Arnold Byun is a Korean American entrepreneur. Founder of SAEMO and Co-Founder of MAUM (MAUM MARKET / MAUM STORE / MAUM STUDIO), Byun’s purpose and passion are amplifying fellow Asian American founders through experiential storytelling, event production, retail activations, and co-branded partnerships.
A mindfully curated makers market celebrating Asian-owned small businesses via a pop-up shopping experience activated across cities in California and New York.
An Asian home goods and gifts store in Los Angeles, featuring well over 80+ brands in product categories such as apparel, art/decor, candles, ceramics, jewelry, and many more.
An events production consulting company providing a holistic in-house experience including social media content creation, brand strategy, and multi-channel marketing.
Amplifying Asian Americans in hospitality via a platform for emerging and established chefs, restaurateurs, and founders to find collective community and solidarity in identity.
SAEMO is a new, elevated takeout concept in the Anaheim MAKE Building that incorporates Korean-inspired flavors into familiar, beloved American staples.