Introducing Our 2025 New Members
Join us in welcoming 12 outstanding new members to the Council of Korean Americans! Each brings exceptional talent, leadership, and a deep commitment to advancing our mission.
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January 2026 Newsletter: Milestone Year Begins
Milestone Year Begins. January launched with a commemoration of Korean American Day in Washington, D.C., honoring 123 years since the first Korean immigrants arrived in the U.S. This year we…
2025 CKA Envision & Summit Recap Video
On November 14–15, 2025, over 420 leaders convened at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. for the 2025 Envision Gala & Summit, presented by the Council of Korean Americans.
October 2025 Newsletter: Inspired by Our Stories.
Inspired by Our Stories. This October, we reflected on the stories that shape our leadership, our community, and our future. As we prepare for next month’s CKA Envision Gala &…
The Council of Korean Americans Announces Leadership Transition as Dr. Abraham Kim Embarks on New Role
Washington, D.C. — The Council of Korean Americans (CKA) announces that Dr. Abraham Kim, President and Executive Director since 2018, will depart at the end of December 2025 to become…
Beyond the Plate: A Conversation on Cooking, Culture, and Celebrity
In the final episode of our season, host Abraham Kim sits down with the incomparable Kristen Kish—chef, television host, and the recipient of the 2024 Council of Korean Americans’ Inspire…
September 2025 Newsletter: Making the Journey
Making the Journey. This September, CKA embraced journeys that connect us across generations, geographies, and experiences. From Seoul to Philadelphia to Virginia, we came together to reflect on our heritage,…
Leading with Purpose: A Trailblazing Executive’s Impact on Positive Change
This episode features a refreshingly frank and humorous conversation with Paul Kim, the Founder and Principal of LaSalle Asset Management, CEO and Managing Partner of Aventis Asset Management, and Founder…
Honoring Our Elders: Revolutionizing Korean American Elder Care
We invite you to this conversation with veteran nurse and elder care pioneer Sue Song, presented by CKA’s Health & Life Sciences Affinity Group and moderated by HLAG co-chair Andrew…
From Vision to Victory: A Korean American Corporate Icon’s Success Story
This episode features an intimate and inspiring conversation with Bill Kim, Founding Chairman and CEO of Kizan International and one of the distinguished honorees at the 2024 CKA Envision Gala…