Avery Chang | Co-Chair

Avery Chang is a Consumer Researcher at Samsung, where she focuses on innovation and design across the brand’s digital services. In her work, she builds future-forward, equitable technology by championing the consumer voice. With the KACF AB, she is excited to help build a more cohesive Korean American community by championing the voices of those underserved and vulnerable. She hopes to use her research background to inspire others to participate in KACF’s mission of giving. Avery received her B.A. in Psychology, with a Computer Science minor, from NYU. Outside of work, she enjoys tennis, reading poetry, and watching movies.

Yohanna Kim | Co-Chair

Yohanna Kim manages the digital marketing and eCommerce business in the U.S. for Vichy Laboratoires, a French skincare brand under the L’Oréal Group. In her role, she specializes in creating a consumer-centric experience that is digitally innovative and seamless. Prior to her career pivot into the beauty industry, she was studying to become a psychologist and worked with individuals with developmental disabilities. Yohanna received her degree in Psychology from Syracuse University, where she focused on advocating for mental health awareness as President of the Psychology Club. Her personal goal is to live a balanced lifestyle with a mix of yoga and side of fries!

Elliott Chang

Elliott Chang is a manager on the Growth team at Ethic, a sustainability-focused asset manager. Prior to his current role, he served as CCO of an asset management group based out of San Francisco. Elliott received his B.A. in International Studies with a minor in Statistical Sciences at UC Santa Barbara. In his free time, Elliott is active outdoors to balance his love for wine & whiskey, or hosting dinners with friends & watching a new film.

JiHo Chang

JiHo Chang is the Senior Program Associate and Senior Technology Advisor at The John A. Hartford Foundation. As a member of the program team, he works closely with program officers and external consultants throughout the grantee evaluation and new proposal processes. JiHo earned his BA in Economics from New York University, his MPH from the University of Utah, School of Medicine, and his MHA from the University of Utah, David Eccles School of Business.

Jane Dua

Jane Dua is the Founder of nunchi, a fine jewelry brand on a mission to provide ethically made, carefully crafted designs that put people and the planet first. She has 12 years of industry experience, previously having grown a high-end jewelry brand from a 12-style assortment to a collection worn by celebrities including Beyonce, Rihanna, and Taylor Swift. Jane holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science degree in Government and Communications from Cornell University. Beyond work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and pomsky, eating, and traveling.

Serena Jeon

Serena Jeon is currently an Associate at Morgan Stanley’s Tactical Value Investing team. She is responsible for opportunistic investments across industries and capital structure, including private equity, private debt, and other hybrid structured investments. Prior to her current role, Serena was an Investment Banking Analyst at J.P. Morgan, where she focused on M&A and capital structure optimization. She holds a B.S.E. in Operations Research and Financial Engineering from Princeton University. In her free time, Serena enjoys golfing, running, rock climbing and spending time with her cat.

Nicholas Kang

Nicholas Kang is a strategy consultant at FTI Consulting and focuses on serving real estate private equity clients and REITS. Nicholas has received his B.A. in economics from New York University. He joined the KACF Associate Board in order to take a more active role in the Korean community. In his free time, he enjoys grooving to the rhythm of the beat and spending quality time with friends and family.

Peter Kim

Peter Kim is an associate at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP where he focuses on litigation and international arbitration. He previously worked at the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank. Peter received his B.A. from Columbia University, M.A. from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies, and J.D. from Columbia Law School. In his spare time, Peter enjoys an occasional glass of scotch.

Ryan Kim

Ryan Kim is an Analyst at PJT Partners, primarily focused on M&A Activism and Strategic Investor Relations. Ryan received his B.S. in Business Administration in Finance from Georgetown University. He previously served in the Republic of Korea Army for two years. Outside of work, he enjoys running, playing basketball, and oil painting. 

Jay Moon

Jay Moon works at Incentrum Group, serving a select group of corporate clients as a strategic financial advisor and pursuing industry-focused private equity investments. Jay received his B.A. in Applied Mathematics and Philosophy from Johns Hopkins University, M.B.A. from the Wharton School, and M.A. in International Studies from the Lauder Institute at the University of Pennsylvania. On weekends, Jay continues searching for a consistent golf swing and balls he lost.

Jacqueline Ryu

Jackie Ryu is a commercial real estate associate at Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel where she represents clients on real estate transactions across the nation. Her most recent transactions include working on the $1.6 billion redevelopment of the new Moynihan Station, the ground lease for the casino and real property associated with Caesars Southern Indiana to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, and the loan to Chelsea Piers. Jackie attended Georgetown University for her undergraduate degree and Fordham University for her JD. Outside of work, she enjoys trying out new recipes and spending time with her husband and toddler.