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Youngwon Lee

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CEO at Dokkaebier
📍 Oakland, California, United States

Youngwon Lee is the founder and CEO of Dokkaebier, an innovative craft beer company. With over 16 years of experience in the F&B and brand-building space, he focuses on creating Asian-inspired beers that bridge cultures. He holds multiple WSET certifications in wines and spirits, reflecting his deep industry expertise.

As a third-culture Korean-American, Youngwon is passionate about celebrating his heritage and creating connections through shared flavors. He is a first-time father who draws motivation from his family and his role as a storyteller for his brand. He is also an Associate Board Member for the Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco.

He once successfully brewed a beer using kimchi, showcasing his experimental and boundary-pushing approach to brewing.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
CEO
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Oakland, California, United States
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Craft Beer Innovation
He founded Dokkaebier to push the boundaries of brewing by creating unique, Asian-inspired beers with experimental flavors like yuza, bamboo, and even kimchi.
Asian-American Identity
His brand is a direct reflection of his third-culture experience, aiming to create a bridge between identities and celebrate Asian-American voices in the industry.
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Career

Work history

7-2019
CEO
Dokkaebier
12-2020 - 12-2024
Associate Board Member
Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco
4-2017 - 6-2019
Head of US Operations
The Booth Brewing Co.
10-2015 - 11-2016
Chief Operating Officer
Magnum the Tasting Room
10-2015 - 11-2016
COO
MAGNUM Korea
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Education
2004 - 2007
Academy for the Advancement of Science and Technology
Bergen County Academies
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University of California, Berkeley
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