From China to the U.S.: Tim Chen’s Path to Building Connected Companies

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Video added by SF Commercial Conversations | Date Uploaded: April 10, 2026 | Date Created: April 29, 2025

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Tim Chen shares how he went from moving to the U.S. from China to building a $100M+ real estate company. We talk about his early struggles, cold calls, and the deal that changed everything. Watch the full episode to hear how Tim co-founded Connected Companies and what he's working on today. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re excited to feature your voice in the conversation about building wealth and legacies through commercial real estate. Join us to share your journey and insights with our growing audience! Learn more and apply at https://sfcommercialconversations.com..


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