Soomin Syd Kim is an independent advisor and consultant, empowering changemakers and organizations to optimize their product strategies and navigate digital/AI transformations.

Most recently, as a project director at Brian Impact Foundation, a prominent philanthropic foundation in South Korea, Soomin spearheaded the integration of AI within the field of philanthropy and social sectors.

Her diverse professional journey has shaped her global, interdisciplinary perspective. At Ashoka, the world’s leading community of over 4,000 social entrepreneurs, Soomin served as a fellowship/partnership manager and worked with social innovators tackling a spectrum of social problems. Prior to Ashoka, she played a pivotal role as a founding member of several notable Korean startups. And, Soomin’s unique background in fine art and culinary arts adds further depth and creativity to her worldview.