Sean Burke

he/him

Founder & CEO, CheckingIn

As a serial entrepreneur, I have founded and lead 3 successful organizations over the past 10 years. I have a passion and reputation for building socially responsible products, integrated teams and scalable cultures.

I served as a member of the SFU Board of Governors Responsible Investment Committee, was a member of the SFU Alumni Association Board and the Hong Kong Canada Business association board.

I am passionate about giving back to my community. I co-founded a local not for profit that has expanded to 8 countries with over 80,000 members and over $100,000 donated to local charities. I founded a community basketball tournament that grew to the largest in Western Canada, hosting 134 high school teams across a 3 day tournament. Also, was the chair of the Canadian Breast Cancer Pauline Chan dress up challenge for 5 years growing donations from $30,000 to $95,000, raising over $250,000.

I’ve been recognized by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada as the Most Exemplary Young Professional and was awarded the PwC CEO award, recognized as the employee of the year for the Canadian practice.

I am a husband and father of two girls, with a purpose in life is; to distill moments with kindness and together make it happen.