On June 26, CKA hosted Cultivating Innovative Leadership in Tech as part of our Emerging Leaders Mentorship Series, bringing together Korean American professionals and emerging voices in the tech industry for an evening of candid conversation and strategic insight.

The event featured powerful dialogue with Johanna Yi, Founder & CEO of For People, and Esther Kim, Head of Strategy & Operations for Trust & Safety at Pinterest. Moderated by Erica Lee, Chief of Staff at Nitra, the discussion explored how tech leaders are embedding purpose into innovation, scaling their impact, and leading through complexity with intention.

From navigating responsible innovation to building inclusive systems, attendees walked away with fresh perspectives on how to lead with vision and values in a fast-moving industry. The event not only offered inspiration, but also sparked meaningful connections and renewed motivation among those driving change at the intersection of technology and community.