NextMe

NextMe is a modern virtual waiting room that makes it simple for the service industry to manage their waitlist and serve more guests. Eliminate long lines and create amazing first impressions, all while saving money on outdated technology.

CEO / Co-Founder

Vault Innovation Group

Vault Innovation Group is an agency focused on building and growing mobile and web businesses through innovation.  We pride ourselves in delivering the entire software development cycles from beginning to end.  This includes research/consulting, user experience design, visual design, branding, development, and post launch services.

Business Development Executive

Shatkin Arbor

Shatkin Arbor, Inc., a futures brokerage and clearing company, provides trading tools and professional services to novice traders and hedge funds in the United States. It provides CBOT on-site trading, execution, and support and training services. The company was incorporated in 1990 and is based in Chicago, Illinois. As of August 2008, Shatkin Arbor, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Macquarie Futures USA Inc.

Analyst

I’m the son of a South Korean immigrant and entrepreneur. My single-parent mother taught me the value of hard work and resilience by involving me in her small dry cleaning and salon business, where I learned the ropes behind the cash register.

My entrepreneurial journey began early. Teaming up with my brother James, we launched our first business offering dog walking services to our mom’s customers. What started as a way to help out quickly turned into a thriving venture, serving 50+ clients and helping our mom pay off school tuition.

In college, my passion for entrepreneurship deepened during my internship as an analyst at the Chicago Board of Trade. Working closely with business owners and entrepreneurs, I saw firsthand the challenges and rewards of running a business, which further fueled my drive.

Today, I’m the Co-Founder and CEO of NextMe, a modern virtual waiting room designed to help the service industry, manage their waitlists and retain more guests. Whether it’s a busy restaurant, a packed event, or a delayed doctor's appointment, NextMe makes the waiting experience seamless so businesses can focus on delighting their customers. Since launching, we’ve been featured in Forbes, The Eater, EventMB, Food & Wine Magazine, and the Chicago Tribune for our innovative approach.

I’m also passionate about giving back to the entrepreneurial community. I serve as a mentor at DePaul University’s Coleman Entrepreneurship Center and at The Garage, Northwestern University’s hub for student entrepreneurship and innovation. Empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to dream big and make their mark is something I care deeply about.

John Y.

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Account Executive 

Strategic Customer Success Manager

Strategic Account Manager

City of Chicago Department of Aviation

Director overseeing Midway Airport Master Concessionaire, including day-to-day operations and $75 Million capital investment to develop, expand and enhance all airport concessions.

Projects Administrator / Director of Midway Concessions

Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) - O'Hare & Midway International Airports

In collaboration with master concessionaire, Midway Partnership, manage $75 Million Midway Concessions Redevelopment Program, including the development, design, construction and operations of all airport food and beverage units, retail units and services.  Oversee day-to-day concession operations of over 60 concessions units and coordination with airline and airport partners.

Projects Administrator, Midway Concessions & Customer Service 

Landrum & Brown

Managed various airport planning programs and analysis for the Chicago Department of Aviation and international clientele.  Key projects included:
• Lead liaison with airport management and contractors to complete O’Hare Airport Facilities Review and Inspection Report, identifying and prioritizing significant airport facility issues aimed at augmenting the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budgeting for near and long-term consideration  
• Managed scheduling for Chicago Midway Airport gate allocations, collecting and evaluating airline schedules, producing comprehensive gate allocation reports and communicating with airline operators to resolve conflicts 
• Primary role in drafting and oversight of Chicago Department of Aviation Waste Service Request for Proposal (RFP) bid, including managing bid questions and coordination with multiple City Departments

Consultant

CH2M HILL

•	Assisted Environmental/Water Resources consultants by conducting computer geo-referencing for Chicago waterways and wastewater systems 
•	Worked extensively on targeting, researching and preparing program management initiatives to enhance specific components of 2016 Chicago Olympic bid

Consulting Intern

Denison University

•	One of eighteen undergraduate students chosen to participate in intensive Organizational Studies summer program after campus-wide selection process
•	Workshop format applying business interaction skill sets to strategic problem-solving at local businesses and selected New York City and Chicago corporations, with emphasis on proactive analysis of real-world private and public sector organizational issues and recommendation of initiatives aimed at providing value-added solutions 
•	Awarded Organizational Studies Certification after completion of related coursework and submission of comprehensive research paper

Organizational Studies Summer Working Session

KPRG Environmental Consulting and Remediation

•	Engaged in developmental planning, client research, solicitation of community effect responses, on-site sampling of monitoring wells, geo-probe field installation and testing, performed hydraulic conductivity tests and delineation monitoring, wastewater treatment plant development activities and ongoing monitoring, asbestos reporting, documentation and analysis of soil borings, supervised environmentally sound tank removals 
•	Earned Hazardous Work Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPPER) certification

Environmental Intern

Experienced Strategic Account Manager and Projects Administrator with a demonstrated history of working in a fast-paced environment.  Skilled in Contract Management, Analytical Skills, Operations Management, Planning, and Customer Satisfaction.

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