At the heart of EVERYDAY SOCIAL® is a founder whose journey brings together strategy, sport, and design to redefine modern court culture.
Raised in California, Ivan grew up competing in junior tennis and later coached kids and high school players, passing on the discipline and love for racket sports that shaped his own life. His passion for pickleball stretches back more than 30 years, giving him a deep understanding of the game long before it became one of the world’s fastest-growing sports.
Before launching EVERYDAY SOCIAL®, Ivan built a successful career in finance. He spent over 15 years in the industry, including a decade as a Technical Strategist at a leading Hong Kong hedge fund, where he co-managed more than US$1B in global equities and derivatives. In 2018, he founded The Quantrarian 株式会社 to manage his personal investments across real estate, consulting, and sports ventures.
In 2021, Ivan and his wife relocated to the mountain town of Karuizawa, Japan. What began as a search for a healthier lifestyle soon sparked the creation of the official Karuizawa Pickleball Club, which grew from a handful of players to over 250 members in under two years—becoming one of Japan’s largest and most diverse pickleball communities. To give players a true home, Ivan also built Rosewood Alley in early 2022, Japan’s first dedicated private outdoor pickleball court.
Creativity has always been part of Ivan’s DNA. As a former professional DJ, he headlined major events including the Asia Film Awards, the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Malaysia, and the Armani Fashion Show. This same creative instinct guides EVERYDAY SOCIAL® today—a brand rooted in Japanese minimalism, quiet luxury, and authenticity.
Ivan’s mission is clear: to position Japan as a global hub for pickleball culture by uniting people through sport, lifestyle, and community.
EVERYDAY SOCIAL® is more than a brand; it is Ivan’s vision for a new way forward: where performance meets design, and where sport becomes a bridge to meaningful connection and community.