About Us
Our Story

We’ve been playing chess since kindergarten—back then, we had no idea how much it would shape us. Over the years, we discovered that chess taught us patience, strategic thinking, and resilience.
We founded The Chess Bros to share that experience with kids who might not otherwise have access. What began as a local effort has grown into a mission to make chess fun, inclusive, and empowering. The Chess Bros is more than just a game—it’s about connection, growth, and giving back.
- Choco & Jody, Founders


Our Team
Founded in 2022 by two chess-enthusiastic Jersey boys, The Chess Bros has grown beyond North America, reaching Central and East Asia. We hope to keep connecting, inspiring, and bringing chess to every corner of the world.
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Choco Chen
Founder/ President
Jody Chen
Founder/Vice President
Aktan Beishekeev
Central Asia Regional Director
Zhanat Kurmanbekov
Central Asia - Kyrgyzstan Director
Alier Chinetov
Central Asia - Kazakhstan Director

Jamie Chang
Asia Pacific - Program Coordinator

Jaden Chang
Asia Pacific - Taiwan Director
