The Council of Korean Americans (CKA) is a global community of leaders, changemakers, and influencers across diverse professions and sectors. Our growing network thrives on strong communication, meaningful interactions, and collaboration among members with their local communities.
Building CKA’s National Networks through our Local Communities
To empower these connections, CKA is launching Regional Chapters across the country. These Chapters will:
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- Foster greater interaction among CKA members within cities and regions
- Encourage opportunities for greater volunteerism and involvement for members
- Organize local events to strengthen these regional networks and their communities
- Serve as regional hubs representing CKA in various parts of the U.S. to promote collaboration
Our goal is to create a strong, sustainable national network through regional engagements, amplifying our impact on the Korean American community nationwide.
Join us in building this powerful local and national network to support our Korean American communities.
Steering Committee
Steering Committee
Michael Park
Business Development Manager, The Whitlock Group
Sun Min “Izzy” Jung
Partner, MPGA – Mental Performance Golf
Daniel Aum
Adjunct Policy Researcher, RAND & Ph.D Student at Georgia
Michael Park
Business Development Manager, The Whitlock Group
Sun Min “Izzy” Jung
Partner, MPGA – Mental Performance Golf
Daniel Aum
Adjunct Policy Researcher, RAND & Ph.D Student at Georgia
Advisors
Advisors
June Lee
Partner, Nelson Mullins
BJay Pak
Partner, Alston & Bird
Sunny Park
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Great American Scholarship Foundation
Stanley Shin
Invasive Cardiologist & Vein Specialist, Statesboro Cardiology
June Lee
Partner, Nelson Mullins
BJay Pak
Partner, Alston & Bird
Sunny Park
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Great American Scholarship Foundation
Stanley Shin
Invasive Cardiologist & Vein Specialist, Statesboro Cardiology
Launch Event Details
Atlanta Regional Chapter Launch
- Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
- Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST
- Place: Minhwa Spirits | 2421 Van Fleet Circle, Suite 124, Doraville, GA 30360
- Description: We’re excited to invite you to the launch of Atlanta’s Chapter at Minhwa Spirits, an Asian American-owned soju distillery! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with our community and celebrate the start of CKA’s Atlanta Chapter. Back in May, Minhwa Spirits and Julia Chon (also known as Kimchi Juice) teamed up to create a stunning mural honoring Korean American roots and the support of our vibrant community. If you haven’t seen it yet, this event will be your chance to check it out! Join us for an evening of celebration, networking, and inspiration. We can’t wait to see you there!
For more details, please contact atlanta@councilka.org.
Email: atlanta@councilka.org
Email: atlanta@councilka.org
Steering Committee
Steering Committee
Susan Park
• Elected Brookline Town Meeting Member (2 terms)
• Children’s Author
• Board Member of Brookline Asian American Family Network
• Chair of the Brookline League of Women Voters Leadership and Development Committee
Hanna Kim
Assistant Director, New England Law | Boston
Jay Yu
Partner, Foley Hoag LLP
Susan Park
Town Meeting Member, Brookline Town Meeting Member- Legislative Arm of Brookline & Children’s Author
Hanna Kim
Assistant Director, New England Law | Boston
Jay Yu
Partner, Foley Hoag LLP
Advisors
Advisors
Sylvia Han
Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor, Merrill
Dae Hong
Chief Executive Officer, StatLab
Julie Kim
President, U.S. Business & U.S. Country Head, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Kee Park
Director of Policy and Advocacy, Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School
Helen Kim
President, Freehand Tech LLC
Sylvia Han
Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor, Merrill
Dae Hong
Chief Executive Officer, StatLab
Julie Kim
President, U.S. Business & U.S. Country Head, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Kee Park
Director of Policy and Advocacy, Program in Global Surgery and Social Change, Harvard Medical School
Helen Kim
President, Freehand Tech LLC
Launch Event Details
Boston Regional Gathering
- Date: October 20, 2024
- Time: 2:00 – 8:00 PM EST
- Description: To commemorate the launch of the Boston Chapter, we invite leaders of local organizations serving the Korean American community across academia, the arts, civic organizations, biotech community, and other Korean American leaders and professionals to gather and discuss the current Korean American landscape in greater Boston.
The event will continue with a special presentation on Korean makkgeoli and premium soju, followed by a Korean dinner.
**Please note that the Roundtable Discussion is by invitation only**
For more information, please email boston@councilka.org.
Email: boston@councilka.org
Email: boston@councilka.org
Steering Committee
Steering Committee
Jen Kim
Founder and Principal, Better Together Law
Annie Canada
Director, Public Relations, CIM Group
Celina Min
Senior Director of Brand Strategy & Innovation, SmartyPants Vitamins
Hanna Kim Yoon
Director, Counsel, International Transactions and Governance, Herbalife Nutrition
Jen Kim
Founder and Principal, Better Together Law
Annie Canada
Director, Public Relations, CIM Group
Celina Min
Senior Director of Brand Strategy & Innovation, SmartyPants Vitamins
Hanna Kim Yoon
Director, Counsel, International Transactions and Governance, Herbalife Nutrition
Advisors
Advisors
Hosea Chang
Chief Operating Officer, Hayden Global
Robert Cho
President, PacificWest Energy Solutions
Eugene Choi
Chief Executive Officer and President of United Exchange Corp. (UEC)
Peter Huh
Chairman and Co-Founder of PAFCO
Angela Killoren
President, U.S. Scripted Division, CJ ENM America
Esther Song
Founder and CEO, Song Group
Hosea Chang
Chief Operating Officer, Hayden Global
Robert Cho
President, PacificWest Energy Solutions
Eugene Choi
Chief Executive Officer and President of United Exchange Corp. (UEC)
Peter Huh
Chairman and Co-Founder of PAFCO
Angela Killoren
President, U.S. Scripted Division, CJ ENM America
Esther Song
Founder and CEO, Song Group
Launch Event Details
Launch Event Details
Craft & Culture: CKA SoCal Tasting & Mixer
- Date: October 10, 2024
- Time: 6pm PST
- Description: The CKA Southern California Chapter is thrilled to celebrate its recent launch by hosting a Tasting & Mixer in LA’s Koreatown! Please join us for a short panel discussion with Korean American innovators bringing a new culture of Korean drinks to the forefront of the industry, followed by a drink tasting, small bites, and networking.
The event will feature Juliet Kim Blake, Founder and CEO of Ginsa Brands; Brian Lee, Co-Owner of Open Market; and Carol Pak, Founder and CEO of Makku. Don’t miss out on this exclusive members-only opportunity to meet our special guests and connect with members of the CKA community from Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego at our kickoff reception!
For more information, please email socal@councilka.org.
Email: socal@councilka.org
