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Team
Who Works at Plan Ocean?
At Plan Ocean, we are proud to have a dedicated team of experts who bring a wealth of experience in marine conservation. Our team includes marine species veterinarians, marine biologists, and fisheries management specialists, all working together to drive positive change between people and the sea.
By leveraging the diverse backgrounds and expertise of our members, we foster efficient collaboration and focus on achieving actionable results in the short term.
How We Work
What does “positive influence” mean to us?
For us, it’s about striving for excellence. We begin by thoroughly analyzing the current situation and available data, clearly defining problems, and adopting a collaborative approach.
We believe in seeking solutions through cooperation, not competition or conflict.
We focus on building relationships through open dialogue, ensuring that everyone involved benefits. This is how we create meaningful influence and deliver high-performance results.
Meet the People Behind Plan Ocean
CEO, Founder
Young Ran Lee
IUCN SSC Cetacean Specialist Group
Over 300 marine mammal necropsies conducted
Chair of the Cetacean Disease Special Committee, Korean Veterinary Medical Association
Board Member
Sooam Kim
Director of the Polar Research Institute, Korea Ocean Research & Development Institute (KORDI)
Leader of the 5th Antarctic Wintering Team at King Sejong Station
Chair of the PICES CCCC (Climate Change and Environmental Resilience Program)
Board Member
Geunhyung Yuk
Director of the Ocean and Environmental Space Research Office, Korea Maritime Institute
Non-Executive Director, National Marine Biodiversity Institute of Korea
Involved in developing national plans such as the Marine Environmental Comprehensive Plan and Wetland Management Plan
Board Member
Sungil Lee
Professor, Department of Marine Production Systems, Pukyong National University
Editorial Member Ocean Science Journal
Marine Fisheries Researcher, National Institute of Fisheries Science, Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries
Board Member
Jungmee Lee
Vice President of Sales, NTT Korea GTM
Senior Director of Conservation and External Relations at WWF Korea
Former Executive Director of Consulting, IBM Korea
Board Member
Yeonjung Hong
Chief of Director, Western Animal Medical Center
Adjunct Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine, Konkuk University
Chair of the Academic and Public Relations Committee, Korean Veterinary Medical Association
Board Member
Young Ran Lee
IUCN SSC Cetacean Specialist Group
Over 300 marine mammal necropsies conducted
Chair of the Cetacean Disease Special Committee, Korean Veterinary Medical Association