MEET THE TEAM

Executive Director

From seasoned business professional to passionate environmental advocate, Patty Oh leads Cool OC with a mission to educate and inspire communities to combat climate change and embrace sustainable living. With over 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, and brand management—including six years as Sales and Brand Director for a Harley-Davidson licensee—Patty transitioned to community activism in 2016, bringing her strategic expertise to the nonprofit sector.

In 2019, she co-founded Asian Americans in Action to engage the API community in local politics and advocate for progressive policies. A trained Climate Reality Leader and Vice Chair of the OC Chapter of the Climate Reality Project, Patty has championed climate action plans, community choice energy, and public education.

In 2022, she spearheaded the Cool Irvine pilot program, training neighborhood block leaders to promote sustainability and disaster preparedness. This program’s success inspired the launch of Cool OC, expanding these efforts across Orange County to create resilient, eco-conscious communities.

As one of the few AAPI leaders in the environmental nonprofit sector, Patty is dedicated to prioritizing disadvantaged communities, empowering individuals to make impactful decisions, and driving equitable solutions to the climate crisis. She also focuses on equipping underserved neighborhoods with the resources and education needed to boost climate readiness and resilience, ensuring no community is left behind in the transition to a sustainable future.

Advisory Council Member

Alan H. Woo is a passionate advocate for anti-poverty initiatives and affordable housing and has dedicated his life to community development. Born in Toisan, China, he faced discrimination in South Central Los Angeles, sparking a commitment to combat inadequate education and racial disparities.

Currently, he serves as Deputy Director of Santa Ana Unidos and a Board Member for the Affordable Housing Clearinghouse, Woo's influence extends through various roles, including Planning Commissioner for the City of Santa Ana. With a background in public policy and social transformation, he has impacted communities in Southern California and beyond, creating housing and economic opportunities and advocating for minority businesses. Woo's extensive recognition underscores his profound contributions to community building and poverty alleviation.

Advisory Council Member

Alexander Kim is the Founder and Principal of Three Kings Public Affairs and co-principal of Windfall Strategics LLC. He has over 20 years of experience in government affairs, including pivotal roles in the City of Los Angeles and the State of California. He holds an MBA from Pepperdine University and is a frequent guest lecturer on government/public affairs.

He is a Network of Korean Americans (NetKAL) Fellow at the University of Southern California (USC) School of Social Work. Alexander obtained a B.S. in Biology/Minor in Political Science at U.C. Irvine, where he co-founded the University of California at Irvine (UCI) Korean American Alumni Chapter as its first president and remains active as an alumni in the Anteater community.