The Korean-American Intellectual Property Organization, or KAIPO, is the newest, as well as the first, Korean-American Affinity Group officially recognized by USPTO. The organization aims to promote and support the growth and development of Korean-American intellectual property professionals as well as the diverse cultural and social heritage of the Korean-American community.
2026 Board of Directors and Officers
Executives
- President: Moo R. Jeong
- Vice Presidents: Sisley Kim
- Secretary: Chanel Jhin
- New Examiner Support Committee Chair: Eric Yoon
- Technology Officer: James Choi
- Outreach and Engagement Chair: Taelor Kim
- BYOM Chair: Theodore (Ted) Im
- Treasurer: Woo Rhim
Officers
- Happy Hour Committee Chair: Jonathan Lee
- Membership Committee Chair: Tammy Lee
- Membership Officer: John Lee
- New Examiner Support Officer: Andrew Kim
- Golf Committee Chair: Mark (Taesik) Kang
- Community Day Committee Chair: Ji Sun Yoon
- Regional Officer: Jiyoung Oh
- Konnect Editor: Elina Jang
- Konnect Committee: Jahae Kim
Advisory Committee
- Senior Executive Advisor: Charles Kim
- Advisor: Thomas Hong