Council of Korean Americans

Happy Children's Day (어린이날) from CKA! 🎈 Today, we celebrate the joy, innocence, and boundless potential of our little ones. In Korea, Children's Day has deep roots, tracing back to the early 20th century when it was established to honor the nation's future leaders and instill a sense of pride in their cultural heritage. At CKA, we cherish this tradition and the values it embodies. As we spend this day with our children, let's embrace the opportunity to nurture their dreams, foster their growth, and empower them to become compassionate, global citizens.

Kicking off the Network of Korean American Leaders (NetKAL) XIII Fellowship 🌄 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Subscribe to the CKA Newsletter and be the first to receive updates on events, community initiatives, and news like this: https://hubs.li/Q02vVTfG0 Last weekend marked the kickoff of the #NetKAL XIII Fellowship—an inspiring journey under the theme, "Agency In Your Korean American Identity." 🌟 From April 19-21, cohort members gathered in Montana for an empowering weekend filled with insightful discussions, activities, and connections. Led by CKA Members and Session 1 NetKAL Facilitators Jim H. Lee and Jena Boccetti, participants delved into personal identity, agency, and community impact. Friday's Welcome Dinner set the stage for introspection as attendees pondered their best selves and NetKAL's role in their journeys. 🍽️ Saturday's sessions delved into identity, agency, and community projects, culminating in team announcements ... and 5 rounds of "Hot Ones" 🌱 Fireside chats offered reflective discussions on personal and professional intersections, amidst local explorations. 🔥 Sunday brought renewed inspiration as cohort members departed, eager for their NetKAL journey. 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders. NetKAL embodies our commitment to fostering leadership excellence, forging lasting connections, and empowering Korean American executives to make a meaningful impact on a broader scale.

The Council of Korean Americans (CKA) is excited to celebrate the 2024 Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPI) Heritage Month! 🇰🇷🇺🇸 During AANHPI Heritage Month, CKA proudly celebrates our Korean American roots! But our commitment doesn't stop there. At CKA, we advocate for our community's needs, build bridges across boundaries, celebrate our identity and impact, and develop bold leaders—all year round. Join us in honoring our heritage this month and every day! How to celebrate with us: 📲 Follow and amplify other organizations on social media who are celebrating 🗓 Attend events: https://hubs.li/Q02vW0dF0 📬 Subscribe to CKA newsletters for Korean American news: https://hubs.li/Q02vW2-w0 💻 Visit our website for free Korean American content including #CKAElevate videos and podcast episodes: https://hubs.li/Q02vV_4H0

Catch the latest news for Korean American professionals in the CKA Newsletter 🗞✨ 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Our April Newsletter is packed with inspiring stories and exciting updates from our Korean American community. Read it + subscribe here: https://hubs.li/Q02vJffp0 🔥 April Theme: Revealing Stories, Igniting Leadership 🔥 In this newsletter, we embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment within the Korean American community. We celebrate the launch of the #NetKAL XIII Fellowship, where members gathered in Montana for a weekend of introspection and connection, led by CKA leadership and facilitators. Additionally, the KoreanAmericanStory.org's ROAR Story Slam in Washington D.C. showcased authentic narratives, highlighting our community's richness. CKA proudly supports events like these, amplifying Korean American voices. We also shine a spotlight on members like Monica H. Kang, who launched InsightLeaders, a global leadership series with Forbes Korea, inspiring innovation and leadership. 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders.

Today we're highlighting CKA member Monica H. Kang, Founder & CEO of InnovatorsBox®, who has teamed up with Forbes Korea to launch an exclusive global leadership series. This series will spotlight innovative global leaders transforming their fields. The inaugural interview features Pixar Animation Studios' Elemental Director, Peter Sohn. 🎤✨ 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Subscribe to the CKA Newsletter to receive inspiring updates from CKA members like this one: https://hubs.li/Q02vw0KP0 You can now read Monica's interview with Peter Sohn on Forbes Korea. Monica conducted this insightful conversation, delving into Peter's journey and accomplishments. Articles are available in both English and Korean with additional videos coming soon on InnovatorsBox's platform. Join us in celebrating Monica's new series and the global leaders who she highlights! 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders. Monica H. Kang's initiative with InnovatorsBox aligns perfectly with our mission, fostering leadership and innovation within our community and beyond.

🌟 Calling all advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion! 🌟 Join us for our Women's Affinity Group Webinar: "A Discussion on DEI after SFFA v. Harvard." 💼📚 🇰🇷🇺🇸 RSVP for the free webinar: https://hubs.li/Q02tPwrv0 How is Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion faring after the Supreme Court ruling and the ensuing efforts to push back on DEI? On April 29, our esteemed panelists will discuss what happened with SFFA v. Harvard, focusing on how that is fueling uncertainty and how corporations, educational institutions, and nonprofits are dealing with the aftermath of this case. 🗓️ April 29 @ 4:00 PM PT | 7:00 PM ET 🌐 Zoom Don't miss this insightful discussion on the future of DEI efforts. Let's come together to learn, discuss, and advance our understanding of these critical issues. See you there! 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders. This event advocates for our community by fostering discussions on important issues affecting our society. Jeannie Park Sumi Cho (she/her) Catharina Min Lisa Yang

Excited to have Youngwon Lee from Dokkaebier at Dear Workplace 🎙 today! While food and beverage diversity has improved, when you think of the brewery and its owners, Youngwon Lee immediately realized the need for more diversity in this space. This is why he built Dokkaebier, where he brought all his past expertise and experience in the restaurants and the food and beverage (F&B) industry. We are excited to continue highlighting innovative Korean American leaders as we celebrate Korean culture in the workplace at Dear Workplace 🎙 this season. Tune into our latest Dear Workplace 🎙 by InnovatorsBox® episode on your favorite podcast platforms. Shoutout to Council of Korean Americans, where we met! 🔹Blog and show notes: https://lnkd.in/gSXtGav8 🔹Spotify: https://lnkd.in/grkx2f6t 🔹Apple: https://lnkd.in/g6Y4eNwx 🔹YouTube for Youngwon Lee: https://lnkd.in/gZYCqXfm #DearWorkplace #Dokkaebier #YoungwonLee #KoreanAmerican

We're thrilled to announce the 13th Cohort of the Network of Korean American Leaders — #NetKAL XIII ✨ Twelve exceptional fellows have been chosen to participate in a top-tier leadership development program for Korean American leaders. Fellows will go through a transformative experience where they grow personally and professionally while also creating lasting friendships and connections with fellow Korean American leaders. 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Learn more about NetKAL and this year's fellows: https://hubs.li/Q02tmGl10 The program kicks-off this weekend in Montana and will run until August. Please congratulate the fellows as they embark on this adventure: 🌟 Senna Bayasgalan 📍 Global Private Capital Association, Virginia 🌟 Natalie C. 📍 Nature Collection at Suwanee, Georgia 🌟 Hari C. 📍 U.S. Department of Labor, Washington 🌟 Katey Foran 📍 U.S. Marines, Virginia 🌟 Andrew Ikhyun Kim 📍 Optum UnitedHealth Group, Colorado 🌟 Esther Kim 📍LinkedIn, Virginia 🌟 James Kim 📍 ArentFox Schiff, California 🌟 Philip Kim 📍 The White House, Washington, D.C. 🌟 Nari Kye 📍 Woori Show, Inc., New York 🌟 Jung Wook Lee 📍 Superior Court of Fulton County, Georgia 🌟 Michelle Lee 📍 Stand with Asian Americans, Connecticut 🌟 Andrew S. Park 📍 Parkland Properties, Oregon 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders. NetKAL embodies our commitment to fostering leadership excellence, forging lasting connections, and empowering Korean American executives to make a meaningful impact on a broader scale.

"If you would have told me when I was 15 that Korean food would be the trending food in America, I would have said you were insane.” 🍲💭 Delve deeper into #CKAElevate with an enlightening clip featuring Edward Lee from Elevating Korean Flavors: A Conversation with Award-Winning Chefs. 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Watch the full conversation and explore past Elevate videos: https://hubs.li/Q02tdhbn0 Our first video in the 2024 Elevate Series features an engaging conversation with Beverly Kim, a distinguished James Beard Award-winning chef and co-owner of the Michelin-starred Parachute, and the esteemed Danny Lee, renowned chef and owner of multiple award-winning restaurants in Washington D.C., including Mandu, Anju, CHIKO, and I Egg You. Moderated by the esteemed Edward Lee, chef of Succotash and author of Buttermilk Graffiti, the fireside chat delved into the chefs’ inspiring journeys and their innovative approaches to elevating Korean flavors in their culinary creations. 🌟 Stay tuned for more empowering stories in the 2024 Elevate Series, as we continue to shine a spotlight on Korean American excellence and inspire the next generation of leaders. 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders. The Elevate Series serves as a platform to amplify the achievements of Korean American leaders, fostering connections, inspiration, and empowerment within our community and beyond.

We're thrilled to highlight CKA members Roy Choi and Yosup Shim as they kicked off The Bay Area Panthers 2024 Season with a 3-0 record! 🏈✨ 🇰🇷🇺🇸 Subscribe to the CKA Newsletter to receive inspiring updates from CKA members like this one: https://hubs.li/Q02sXVbk0 Roy Choi, the co-founder and owner of the Bay Area Panthers, brings a wealth of experience and passion to the forefront of sports management. His visionary leadership has been instrumental in shaping the team's identity and fostering a culture of excellence both on and off the field. Yosup Shim, appointed as Team President last November, stands as a testament to dedication and perseverance. His strategic insights and commitment to fostering inclusive communities have been pivotal in driving the Panthers towards new heights of success. As NetKAL Fellowship Program Alumni, Roy and Yosup exemplify CKA's commitment to nurturing leaders who make a positive impact in their respective fields. Their dedication to excellence and community engagement serves as an inspiration to us all. Join us in cheering on Roy Choi, Yosup Shim, and the entire Bay Area Panthers team as they embark on this exciting journey. 💡 CKA's mission is to advance the national voice and influence of the Korean American community. We do this through our 4 pillars: Advocate for Our Community, Build Community Across Boundaries, Celebrate Our Identity and Impact, and Develop Bold & Compassionate Leaders. Roy and Yosup are shining examples of bold and compassionate leaders who embody CKA's mission.