Director Tom Suh is the representative of Hankook Funeral Services Inc and JP Investment & Management and runs funeral services, real estate, and investment companies. He served as the chairman of the Korean American Presidents Association, representing Koreans in the United States, bringing together and uniting the Korean American community scattered throughout the United States. His business success and contribution to society began with the sudden death of his mother-in- law, who visited the US 30 years ago. Her death shocked and saddened the entire family. He shared the memory, "As we held a heartfelt funeral, we felt their hearts settle." Since then, he has become a funeral director, empathizing with the grief of those who have lost their family and helping them to say goodbye comfortably. Solomon Theological Seminary has appointed him an honorary doctorate in psychological counseling because his sincerity has comforted many who have lost their loved ones.
Director Suh attributes his success to the support of the community. As a director of the Korean American Scholarship Foundation, he provided scholarships to Korean students studying in the United States. He served as aboard director at Hanul Family Alliance and worked hard to benefit the elderly and the underprivileged. As president of the Korean American Association of Chicago, he served in the growth of the Korean American community. In recognition of his spirit of service and social contributions, Director Seo Jeong-il received the Richard Daly former Mayor of Chicago Service Award, the former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn's Achievement Award, the current Congressman Steve Horsford's Service Award, and the current Congressman's Service Award from Michelle Park Steel.
Director Suh helps the WCC thrive through the wisdom he has gained thru running many non-profit organizations. Director Seo Jeong-il believes that 'humility' and 'harmony' are essential elements of an organization. Being humble helps to respect the opinions of others. When the organization integrates, it will thrive and harmonize with the community. Director Seo Jeong-il's leadership will enable the members of the WCC to respect and blend, cooperate with the local community, and serve accordingly.