HELLO HAPI is a movement rooted in igniting curiosity, savoring the delicious richness of cultural diversity, finding connections, and reclaiming agency and our narratives to create a profound sense of belonging for all. Join us on this exciting journey as we embrace the rich heritage that shapes our ever-evolving world and global home.
Our Values
curiousity
drives everything we do as it leads to more understanding.
OPENNESS
is a cornerstone of innovation, creativity, and acceptance.
INCLUSIVITY
is not just a word spoken here but an action we strive for.
AUTHENTICITY
is not just a word spoken here but an action we strive for.
BELONGING
starts from within and everyone is worthy.
Team
Ji Bowlus (이지숙)
Chief Executive Officer
Korean & American | She/Her/Human
“What makes me HAPI is the opportunity to create a meaningful movement for generations to come.
Riri Tamura Kim
Partner, Head of Creative
Japanese | She/Her/Hers
“What makes me HAPI is being part of a community where different cultures are celebrated and growing it with a passionate group of HAPI people.”
George Aguila
Tech Lead, Web Developer
Filipino American | He/Him
“Progress and connecting with like-minded souls dedicated to improving themselves and their communities makes me HAPI.”
Kyle Dombroski
Sound and Audio Manager
Korean American | He/Him
“Exploring and sharing food and culture with new and old friends and family makes me HAPI.”
Danielle Castrence
Producer
Mexi-pina | She/Her
“What makes me HAPI is making meaningful connections to remind others that they are never alone.”
Justine Wentzell-Chang
Marketing Manager
Chinese American | She/Her
“Giving my son an Asian bowl-cut makes me extremely HAPI…also, beach days and big meals with family and friends.”
Cassandra Pimentel
Social Media Manager
Filipino American | She/Her
“The excitement of diversity and representation in media, and my dog, Lucky, makes me HAPI.”
Nicole Kim
Ad Ops Manager
Korean American | She/Her
“Learning from and connecting with people from all walks of life makes me HAPI.”
Advisory Board
Cat Lee
Board Advisor, Founder & Executive Coach
Chinese American | She/Her
“Exploring and sharing food and culture with new and old friends and family makes me HAPI.”
Christina Lu
Board Advisor & SVP, Strategy at Carat
Chinese American | She/Her
“Friendships, food, belonging, travel, cultural diversity, dance, and family fuel my HAPI-ness.”
Danisha Lomax
Board Advisor & Client Inclusivity and Impact @ Digitas
Black | She/Her
“I am most HAPI when I’m empowering the next wave of culture creators and energy shifters to be.”
David M. Ewalt
Board Advisor, Author & Editor
American | He/Him
“Learning, experiencing, and sharing ideas with passionate people makes me HAPI.”
Gordon Bach
Board Advisor & Cultural Inclusion Lead @ Starcom
Vietnamese & Chinese American | He/Him
“HAPI-ness is seeing our diverse cultures celebrated and spoken about in the highest and most beloved regards.”
Mike Tran
Board Advisor & CEO of R3CESS
Vietnamese/Chinese American | He/Him
“What makes me HAPI is empowering the next generation to surpass our achievements.”
Scott Cherkin
Board Advisor & Audience Strategy Executive
American | He/Him
“Building something from nothing with great people makes me HAPI – applies to business, family and friendships.”
Eileen Buenviaje Reyes
Board Advisor & Marketing Executive
Filipino American | She/Her
“I am HAPI-est when I’m with friends and family experiencing new cultures, consuming new foods, or embarking on new adventures.”