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About Me

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I was born in a "small" island of Jeju, South Korea
...But, I've been everywhere throughout my life.


After graduating from Byrne Creek Secondary in Vancouver, Canada, I earned my BA in Psychology from UCLA and MA in Consumer and Advertising Psychology from Korea University.

Prior to the PhD program, I worked in management and public relations consulting companies in Korea. During my Master’s program, I also received multiple research project grants from Naver Corporation (~"Google" of South Korea!) focused on advertising impact and effectiveness.


When I am out of my office, I enjoy tennis and yoga.

[ Below are some pictures from my hometown, Jeju Island. ]
** It has been awarded as one of UNESCO World Natural Heritage Sites...!
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