At the heart of kore.am is a passionate editorial team committed to telling stories that matter through an Asian American lens. With diverse backgrounds in world affairs, economy, science, technology, culture, and mobility, our editors and writers create content that connects communities and explores the world with insight and nuance.
Our mission is to amplify voices and ideas — to spotlight culture-shifting stories, highlight innovation, and reflect the evolving identities that shape modern life. We strive to inform, inspire, and engage a global audience through sharp reporting, thoughtful storytelling, and meaningful dialogue.
Through feature journalism, critical analysis, and curated perspectives, our editorial team ensures that kore.am remains a dynamic space for discovery, representation, and connection across generations and cultures.
Hannah Seo
Hannah Seo worked as a product tester for a consumer electronics retailer in Los Angeles, where she spent more time reading return notes than spec sheets. She covers technology and mobility, from phones to electric scooters and the policies that govern them. She commutes by e-bike and keeps a spreadsheet of every flat tyre.295 Articles
Eric Vuong
Eric Vuong taught high school chemistry in Houston for nine years before moving into reporting. He covers science and world news, with a focus on research that affects Asian diaspora communities and their countries of origin. He grows chilli peppers on a small balcony and gives most of them away.179 Articles
Bhavesh Patel
Bhavesh Patel ran a family-owned grocery distribution business in New Jersey for close to twenty years before turning to journalism. He writes about the economy and culture of Asian-American communities, from small business finance to film and food. He is a lifelong cricket fan and still plays in a Sunday league.15 Articles
