Young Rising Leadership Forum

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Join us in an intimate and interactive gathering designed to inspire, equip, and connect the next generation of Korean American leaders!

Edward Song 

A New York–based entrepreneur and CEO of Kommissary, a rapidly growing food manufacturing and logistics company serving millions of meals across the city for those in need. He began his career launching Korilla BBQ, a pioneering Korean food truck that became a cultural icon, before expanding into large-scale food service, distribution, and community impact initiatives. Edward is also the founder of Hungry No More, a nonprofit tackling food insecurity through education and access.

Gene Kang

A skilled and seasoned trial attorney, Gene persuasively advocates for clients in high-stakes disputes and finds creative solutions to challenging issues. He utilizes a cost-effective approach to case management and has a proven track record of delivering results for clients. Gene is involved in giving back to the community, serving in leadership roles with organizations supporting underrepresented communities by expanding access to opportunities, resources, and representation.

Alice Jun 

Alice Jun is a Korean American brewer and dedicated advocate for authentic Korean sool. She founded Hana Makgeolli to honor the dry and strong style of sool passed down to her by her father. Her work is grounded in the belief that traditional sool has the depth, in its history, artistry, and flavor, to be a globally respected and celebrated category.

Hana Makgeolli 

Established in 2020, Hana Makgeolli was the first traditional Korean sool brewery in the US. Our journey began with a simple mission: to revive the artistry of traditional Korean brewing. From our Brooklyn brewery, we embrace time-honored methods, allowing each batch to ferment naturally over long periods and without interventions. Every pour is a testament to our passion for craftsmanship and culture.

Mina Ahn

Mina Ahn is the Dean of Business and Social Sciences at Bergen Community College, overseeing multiple disciplines including Psychology, Business, Legal Studies, and Culinary. She is a psychologist who has researched in the areas of social cognitive processes including attribution, counterfactual thinking, and affective responses. She received her doctorate degree at the University of California, Santa Barbara and is a co-author of a book, What might have been: The social psychology of counterfactual thinking. She was a research analyst at Young and Rubicam, an advertising and media firm in New York City. She has been teaching psychology at Bergen Community College since 2007.