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 Eliminate long lines and create amazing first impressions, all while saving money on outdated technology.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.

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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.

The Wall Group

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Modern Luxury

Style Director

Market Editor

Freelance

Previous clients include: Macy's, JCrew, Lucky Magazine, Oprah Magazine, Modern Luxury Publications, Flare Magazine and more.

Condé Nast

Coordinator- W Magazine

Jacqueline is a Creative Director at The Wall Group, a leading talent agency representing the best in fashion, beauty, and entertainment. With over eight years of experience in the industry, Jacqueline has a keen eye for creating captivating and engaging visual stories that showcase her clients' personalities and brands. 

Jacqueline started her career at W Magazine, where she learned from some of the most influential names in fashion, such as Stefano Tonchi, Alex White, and Edward Enninful. She then joined Modern Luxury as a Market Editor, where she pitched, wrote, edited, and styled diverse and dynamic fashion content for over 300 issues. She rose to the position of Style Director, where she spearheaded a new alternative tone for the Niche arm of Modern Luxury titles, reaching an audience of 16 million. She also styled cover talent such as Olivia Palermo, Ashley Benson, Kyra Sedgwick, and Cobie Smulders, among others. In 2019, she joined the creative team behind the launch of Olivia Palermo's namesake e-commerce and editorial platform, where she continues to work closely. She also expanded her client list to include Piaget, LG, and Prada, as well as emerging and established actors and celebrities. 

Jacqueline's mission is to elevate and empower her clients through her editorial, social media, art direction, and styling skills. She is passionate about discovering and showcasing new trends, designers, and stories that reflect the diversity and creativity of the fashion world. She is always looking for new challenges and opportunities to collaborate with talented and inspiring people.

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