Empowering Communities, Embracing Diversity: A Leader for Equity and Inclusion | 3x19

Born and raised in South Korea, Ms. Welch immigrated to the US in 1971 and became a citizen in 1974 in a special circumstance. She was the first Korean American woman to be elected on a municipal water board in the history of the Water District and the San Diego County. She has a real estate broker license from the State of California Bureau of Real Estate since 1994 to present. 

She serves as President, House of Pacific Relations International Cottages since January 2023, holding the title of first Korean/ Asian American woman elected as president since 1935. With an impressive professional background and a deep passion for addressing critical issues such as education, healthcare, and affordable housing, her vision for a thriving community is rooted in transparency, accountability, and empowering the younger generation through mentorship and youth programs.

In this episode Ms. Welch talks about her personal experiences she had faced during her early days in the US after moving from Korea. We also get deeper insight on her role as president and how her culture and background helps bridge the gaps within the Balboa Park community.