[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 85 (Thursday, May 16, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E513-E514]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING HUNTER HONGHYUN KIM AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CENTRAL 
    FLORIDA FOR ASIAN AMERICAN AND NATIVE HAWAIIAN/PACIFIC ISLANDER 
                             HERITAGE MONTH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 16, 2024

  Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, Hunter Honghyun Kim was born in Seoul, South 
Korea, in 1971. He was the youngest of four children. From his early 
childhood, he was adventurous in spirit and fearless when facing new 
challenges.
  After completing his military duties in Korea, he embarked on a 
journey to America that changed the course of his life. Rather than a 
big city, Hunter chose to begin a new chapter of his life in a small 
town called Vincennes, Indiana. In Vincennes, Hunter quickly adapted to 
the new environment and culture by making lasting friendships with 
fellow students and professors. He served as the first Asian American 
Student Association president and advocated for equity and diversity. 
Hunter continued his studies at the University of Florida and became a 
lifelong Gator fan.
  In his professional life, Hunter founded Florida International 
College in 2008 in Orlando, Florida, with the vision to provide new 
opportunities and open doors for students. In 2016, Florida 
International College established a new campus in Kissimmee, and Hunter 
became an active member of the Osceola County professional community. 
Hunter found a unique balance in Osceola County, where the preservation 
of history and heritage coexist with the drive toward the future and 
technological advancement. Hunter began promoting

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economic growth and development in the community by advocating and 
establishing relationships with international companies, universities, 
and research institutions to expand their operations to the County.
  Through his efforts, Osceola County is forging strategic partnerships 
for global innovation and ecosystem building. His strength in building 
relationships, both personal and business, expands across borders and 
cultures, bringing prosperity to all.
  Hunter is a loving husband of Jessica and a proud father of their 
five children--Gianna, Elianna, Noah, Rheanna, and Sianna.

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