As a third-culture kid, trilingual, growing up in an international environment, I have always enjoyed meeting people from different backgrounds, and I embrace inclusivity and diversity. As a major in Economics and Management at Kyoto University, I have taken my academics beyond the classroom into real responsibilities and opportunities. Some of my roles include the Accounting and Partnerships Manager for the Korean Students Association, where we strategize financial operations and cultivate global partnerships with companies and organizations. I am also responsible for PR and marketing as well as partnerships for developing an online platform for students. My professional interest also reaches beyond my academic major. With fluency in English, Korean, and Japanese, I enjoy learning new languages which is reflected in my pursuit of French and Italian. Moreover, I am an enthusiast in astronomy and astrophysics and have taken many opportunities on the way, conducting simulation research for supernova remnants. With such a background and interest, I have been seeking ways to engage in communication and collaborate with various individuals, which was my main motivation for forming Tomotomo, and realizing the connection of university my goal of fostering a vibrant, interconnected student community.

I am passionate about embracing new challenges and pushing boundaries. Through diverse experiences at multiple companies, I have significantly advanced my technical expertise while simultaneously developing a keen understanding of engineering from a business perspective. In my previous roles, I ensured that product development aligned with strategic goals, incorporating innovative technologies to drive projects to successful completion. Joining Tomotomo aligns perfectly with my ambition to address information disparities among students, ensuring their university life—a once-in-a-lifetime experience—is both meaningful and enjoyable. Leveraging my technical background and business acumen, I aim to foster innovation that bridges technology and practical business solutions. My goal is to develop products that not only solve real-world problems effectively but also provide exceptional user experiences. By integrating cutting-edge technology with strategic vision, I am dedicated to delivering impactful and sustainable solutions. My commitment is to continuously contribute my skills and experience to ensure Tomotomo becomes a platform that enhances students' university experiences by offering valuable connections, essential resources, and enriching interactions.

I am a forever learner, ready to jump into new and exciting situations whenever possible. It's not always easy, with unavoidable failures and hardships within the journey, but it has never deterred me from finding a way. This adaptive ability is the love child of the many years of moving from country to country. With each new journey, I was faced with new challenges to tackle, forcing me to find ways to blend in and make friends, and even share my own colors. And it is through this experience I have come to love engaging with others and building communities of all sizes. I ultimately joined Tomotomo after hearing about what they were aiming for, to build a platform that connects people. To build a medium that closes the gap between person to person. It was a wonderful thing to listen to, and ultimately what got me to join the group. With my unique background and experience, I plan to mix my own colors into the Tomotomo team by leveraging all the unique experiences I have with people and ultimately provide as many users as possible with the ability to connect and potentially build friendships that will last a lifetime.