KAEA Social Gathering at the Midwest Macro Conference, Kansas City Fed

KAEA Social Gathering at the Midwest Macro Conference, Kansas City Fed (May 16, 2025)

On May 16, 2025, during the Midwest Macro Conference at the Kansas City Fed, KAEA members and fellow Korean economists came together for a relaxed evening at one of Kansas City’s iconic BBQ restaurants. The gathering was graciously led by the local host, Taeyoung Doh, and sponsored by the Korea-America Economic Association (KAEA).

The event provided an excellent opportunity for attendees to reconnect, enjoy outstanding food, and engage in lively conversations. Topics ranged from current economic issues and research to recent developments within the KAEA and broader professional experiences. The evening was both enjoyable and enriching, fostering a strong sense of community and intellectual exchange.

A group photo from the dinner is attached. The names of the participants, listed from left to right, are: Jongsoo Kim (Yonsei), Sokbae Lee (Columbia), Sanghwa Moon (Ohio State), Chaewon Baek (Tufts), Hyunseung Oh (Federal Reserve Board), Choongryul Yang (Federal Reserve Board), Jun Hee Kwak (Sogang), Taeyoung Doh (Kansas City Fed), Taewoong Jo (Sogang), and Nayeon Kang (Indiana).