Junghyun ‘JP’ Park
Founder & Executive Chef
Junghyun ‘JP’ Park is the co-founder and Executive Chef of NA:EUN Hospitality (Atoboy, Atomix, NARO, Seoul Salon) in NYC.
A Seoul-born, New York City-based chef, Chef JP was most recently recognized as ‘Best Chef: NY State (2023)’ by James Beard Foundation. With an academic background in Food Sciences bolstered by years of experience in creating restaurants pioneering the ‘New Korean’ movement, Chef Junghyun Park continues to hone his dedication to evolving Hansik through research, development on a global scale.
Chef Junghyun Park’s first cookbook, Korea: The Cookbook (Phaidon Press) is forthcoming Fall 2023.
Ellia Park
Founder & CEO
Ellia Park is the co-founder and CEO of NA:EUN Hospitality ((Atoboy, Atomix, NARO, Seoul Salon) in New York City. Combining her passion for hospitality and trends, as well as food and beverage knowledge, she leads the management team and service program of the restaurants. Most recently, Ellia’s service program at Atomix was awarded the prestigious ‘Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award’ at the World 50 Best 2022.
Ahris Kim
Director of Operations
Ahris Kim is the Director of Operations at NA:EUN Hospitality. Harnessing her passion and various experiences in hospitality - from luxury hotels to ski resorts and independent restaurants - she oversees the operational efforts of Atoboy, Atomix, NARO, and the corporate office.
Jhonel Faelnar
Beverage Director
Jhonel Faelnar is the beverage director of NA:EUN Hospitality. He helms and executes the beverage programs for each location, developing a unique identity for each property. Jhonel is a Wine & Spirits Magazine Best New Sommelier (2018), StarChefs Rising Star Sommelier (2020), Wine Enthusiast Magazine 40 under 40 (2020), The Art of Plating's Rising Talent (2021), and the Sommelier/Wine Director of the Year for Wine Enthusiast Magazine (2023).
Jinah Rhee
Development Manager
Jinah Rhee is the Development Manager at NA:EUN Hospitality, overseeing the corporate business development, as well as the brand development and collaborations across the portfolio of brands. Jinah incorporates her experience as a management consultant, prior to starting her career in hospitality as an opening member of Atomix, to NA:EUN’s overall development and growth.