MICHAEL CANNAVO
CO-FOUNDER/CO-CEO
SUPER73
WHY: A co-founder of Irvine-based electric bike maker; handmade 25 bikes for Kickstarter campaign in 2016 and now sells thousands across 300 dealers in North America.
IN THE NEWS: Super73 finished renovating 70K-SF HQ and debuted first-ever retail store as blueprint for future locations. In August, Cannavo was named co-CEO with Aaron Wong after serving as chief marketing officer for seven years.
NOTABLE: Has designed and customized e-bikes for multiple celebrities and has more in mind; landed a Super73 e-bike in the background of “Barbie” movie.
QUOTABLE: “It was a testament to the fun, adventurous spirit of our brand and the exciting lifestyle it represents,” Cannavo said of getting e-bike on set of “Barbie.” “We were incredibly proud to see our products take center stage.”
