Board Members
Sean Chen
Founder and CEO
For the past 42 years, Sean has worked in oil exploration for 7 years, 20 years in the U.S. government developing advanced ITS systems in California, 3 years in law school, and has worked in many U.S., China, and Japanese tech companies. Recently, Sean has been working mostly in the research and development of different nanotech fields.
Dr. Peter Butzloff
Science & Research Advisor
Dr. Peter Butzloff is a neuroscientist and researcher with expertise in brain function, neurological systems, and interdisciplinary scientific inquiry. His work spans the study of neural mechanisms underlying cognition and neurological health, with a strong interest in how complex biological systems interact across disciplines. As a member of the Board of Directors at Earth Ice Corp, Dr. Butzloff contributes scientific guidance and strategic insight to support the organization’s mission of advancing research at the intersection of environmental science and brain health.
Dr. Simon Cao
Co-Science & Research Advisor
Dr. Simon Cao is a technology entrepreneur and investor with deep experience in information networking and optical communications. He has played founding or early leadership roles in multiple technology startups that reached IPO and now focuses on technology investment in renewable energy, healthcare, and financial technology, bringing expertise in innovation and commercialization to the Board of Earth Ice Corp.
Dr. Caleb Zia
Vice Chairman of the Board - International
Dr. Caleb Zia got his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical engineering, and a doctorate degree in higher education (Ed. D), from the University of Southern California. He held high positions in many different industries, such as being the president of Maui Airlines, and the Director and Secretary to the Board of Directors of Grand National Bank. In February 2009, he was appointed a four-year term as a Regent for Southern California University of Health Sciences.
George Sycip
Co-Vice Chairman of the Board - International
George Sycip is the President of Halanna Management Corporation and a founding principal of Galaxaco Group LLC. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board for Give2Asia, a charitable fund, and as a Director for the Global Heritage Fund. Mr. Sycip provides advisory services to companies involved in cross-border activities between the U.S., Europe, and Asia. He also holds board positions at several corporations, including Agritech Group Holdings International Pte Ltd, which focuses on biofuel development in West Africa, Alliance Select Foods International, Inc., and the Bank of the Orient in San Francisco. Additionally, he served on the Advisory Board of Stanford University's Institute for International Studies for over 15 years. Mr. Sycip holds an A.B. in International Relations and Economics from Stanford University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.
Dr. Danny Yu
CEO, Greater China Region | Executive Board Vice Chairman
Dr. Danny Yu has been the president of the non-profit ESEC (Educational Services Exchange with China) for the past 40 years. Under Dr. Yu’s leadership, ESEC has provided a strong bridge between the United States and China, with the help of the desire to spread education.
Chelsea Deng
Vice Chairman of the Board - Finance
Chelsea Deng is a financial advisor working in Beverly Hills, California, who has been in the advisory business for 16 years. Deng currently works for Morgan Stanley. During their career, the advisor has held roles at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc, Bank Of America, N.A, Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley Private Bank, N.A. Deng maintains a Series 66 license, designating them as both a securities agent and an investment advisor representative, and is approved to work in California.
Richard Kern
Board Member
Richard Kern is an experienced business leader and executive with deep expertise in natural resources, minerals, and operational management. He has founded and led multiple public companies in the mining and resources sector, including serving as President and Chief Executive Officer of Iconic Minerals Ltd., and has held leadership roles with Great Basin Resources and Nevada Lithium Resources. With decades of experience building and guiding organizations, Richard brings strategic insight and operational leadership to Earth Ice.