ABOUT

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.”