Founders

Tina is a Histologist at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle. Prior to that she worked as a sales manager and buyer for Hugo Boss of Marios. She attained a Bachelor's of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology and a Bachelor's of Arts in English Literature at University of Washington in 2004. She currently plans to study for her MCATs and apply to Medical School. She volunteers at a senior citizens home reading to the literary works from Jane Austen and Charles Dickens to the seniors. On most days you'll find her doing downward dog at the yoga studio near her apartment on Mercer Island.

So Ra is completing her Masters in Health Management System and Premedical Post Baccalaureate program at Duquesne University in pursuit of her medical degree. Prior to that, she volunteered for Wilson Leprosy Rehabilitation Hospital, which was once founded for Leprosy (Hansen's disease) patients, and currently serves as joint replacement hospital in Yeosu, South Korea. There she aided in the surgical needs, translated historical documents, and provided comfort aid to the 88 Hansen's disease patients in Peace House (nursing home). So Ra graduated with a bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Science from the University of Washington in 2006. On her spare time, she loves to cook, volunteers at local hospitals, choreographs for the performing arts ministry at church and takes a strong interest in medical missions. She's currently located in Pittsburgh, PA.

KaEun completed her second BA degree at the University of Nevada Las Vegas in Hospitality Management. With the successful completion of the 6 month management program at the largest hotel in Orange County, Hilton Anaheim, she is currently looking to gain more experience in the hottest hotels in the greater Los Angeles area. KaEun plans on utilizing the experience and skills gained in 5 star and diamond properties, such as the Bellagio and the Wynn Hotel and Resort located in Las Vegas, to one day venture out internationally to help open properties in other countries. She believes that her first BA degree earned from the University of Washington in 2005 from the Jackson's School of International Studies (with a Southeast Asia focus) can only benefit her in future endeavors as an International hotel entrepreneur. She hopes to fulfill my "most likely to be a millionaire" title as soon as possible, since her "most likely to get married first" title has been passed along to a fellow founder. She enjoy eating very spicy foods and love to travel to Southeastern Asian countries, hopefully for mission trips in the future.

Nicole works in media at Time Warner. Prior to that she's worked for a variety of media network companies. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in communications and political science from the University of Washington. She is involved in various aspects of sorority development and seeks to connect sisters in fresh, innovative ways. She is engaged in various new projects involving the sorority along with professional and personal interests as well.

Jackie currently works at the Community Health Center Dental Clinic as an Administrative/Dental Billing Assistant. The clinic focuses primarily on reaching out to those who face obstacles to health care in a diverse community. Prior to that while attending school full time, she was working as a Student Assistant at the University of Washington Medical Center in the Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Center. Currently she is planning on pursing a career in Nursing. She graduated with a Bachelor's degree in American Ethnic Studies focusing on Asian Americans from the University of Washington in 2007. On her downtime, she is usually spending it with her family or is hitting the slopes snowboarding. She loves to express herself artistically whether it be through different art projects or a new outfit. Her other hobbies include traveling, shopping, and watching movies.

Anna is pursuing her master's degree in Social Work, with a passion to help disadvantaged youth and adolescents in the judicial system. She graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a BA in Psychology in 2007. While attending school full time, she worked full time as the Department Assistant Manager at Nordstrom in Irvine, California. She continues to enjoy the fashion industry while assisting with the buying and administrative aspects of a friend's streetwear clothing store in Washington. She has attended Magic Week at the Las Vegas Convention Center to preview upcoming lines from various streetwear brands (Married to the M.O.B, HellzBellz, Harajuku, 10Deep, The Hundreds, etc.) to then determine what brands and products to purchase to be carried in the store.

Eva works in communications at Edelman Public Relations. She graduated from the University of Washington in 2005 with a bachelor's degree in International Studies with a focus on China Studies. Eva is involved with the Stanford Medical Center Blood Center, where she continues to volunteer with the National Bone Marrow Program. In 2003, she underwent surgery to donate bone marrow to an anonymous recipient. She is fluent in Cantonese and conversational in Mandarin, and enjoys traveling and exploring Asia. On her spare time, Eva enjoys bouldering, belaying and snowboarding.

Elizabeth works in non-profit at the Wing Luke Asian Museum, the nation's only Pan-Asian American museum, and hopes to attain her masters in Museum Studies. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in American Ethnic Studies, focusing on Asian American Studies, from the University of Washington in 2005. During her free time, Elizabeth enjoys discovering new restaurants around Seattle, although, nothing beats dining at places like Eastlake Bar and Grill and McCormick's & Schmicks for their happy hour specials. She is actively involved with Seattle's Asian American community, and participates in local events such as Summer Festival and Walk for Rice.

Kathy is a management consultant at McKinsey & Company. Prior to that she worked as a software engineer at Lam Research Corporation and has interned as a Marketing Manager at Apple. Kathy graduated from the University of Chicago, Graduate School of Business in 2008 with an MBA, concentrating in Marketing, Strategy, Finance, and General Management. She also completed her undergrad degree at the University of Washington in 2003 with a B.S. in Computer Science and Economics and a minor in Mathematics. Outside of work, Kathy volunteers with organizations that support women and children. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, watching movies and the performing arts. Currently, Kathy lives with her husband in Hong Kong.