Dr. Hei-ock Kim

FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hei-ock has devoted 15+ years to nonprofit administration in social justice, environmental conservation, and the arts. She was also a passionate educator for more than 30 years as a teacher, professor, and lecturer.

A frequent speaker, Hei-ock has served as a subject matter expert on workplace equity for KPBS Midday Edition, Employee Rights Center, Women in Public Finance, Lawyers Club, and San Diego County Board Vice Chair Nora Vargas. She is a member of MANA de San Diego and a former County Commissioner on the Status of Women and Girls.

After graduating from Princeton University and The Juilliard School, Hei-ock earned her doctorate in classical piano performance from The Catholic University of America. Her favorite pastimes include rock climbing, kayaking, native plant landscaping, and building things with power tools.

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