About Us

Bo Un (보은) is a Korean word that means “repayingkindness,” combining the characters for reciprocation (報) and  grace (恩). Our name reflects a heartfelt commitment to give back with kindness, care, and purpose.

This spirit of gratitude and responsibility is what inspired us to start BOUN Consulting—a way to return the support, knowledge, and trust we have received by helping others make informed, thoughtful decisions for children and families.

At BOUN Consulting, we empower individuals and organisations to become more intentional, impactful, and compassionate in how they design and support child-centered spaces, programs, and services. We translate evidence into practical tools and strategies—helping our clients better understand the needs of young children and families, and build healthy, inclusive, and inspiring environments for growth and learning.

Our Team

Dr. Elizabeth Kim

  • Ph.D. in Psychology &
    Social Behavior
    University of California, Irvine

    ​​​Ed.M. in Human Development & Psychology
    Harvard Graduate School of Education

    B.A. in English Literature
    Wellesley College

    Dr. Kim is a developmental psychologist with over a decade of experience in research, teaching, and applied science in early childhood learning and development. Her expertise spans children's learning in social and cultural contexts, social-emotional development, and parent socialisation, informed by extensive work across the United States, South Korea, and Singapore.

    A former U.S. Fulbright Fellow, Dr. Kim has led and contributed to research on preschoolers’ decision-making and learning behaviours supported by major public and philanthropic funders, including the U.S. National Science Foundation, Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), the Ministry of Education (Singapore), and Singapore Children’s Society.

    Dr. Kim bridges rigorous empirical research with strategic, practice-driven design. She has advised leading cultural, educational, and regional institutions, including Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Science Centre Singapore, National Gallery Singapore, and Arts for Good Foundation, supporting evidence-based programme development, evaluation, and impact strategy.

    Previously, Dr. Kim served as research faculty at Nanyang Technological University’s National Institute of Education and the Centre for Research in Child Development (CRCD), and as a Joint-Appointment lecturer at Yale-NUS College. 

Co-Founder & Lead Consultant

Dr. Katerina Schenke

  • Ph.D. in Education
    University of California, Irvine 

    B.A. in Psychology & German Studies
    University of California, Los Angeles

    Dr. Schenke has over a decade of experience conducting evaluations of digital games for organizations such as PBS Kids, UNICEF, and the Lego Foundation.

    She is an expert in understanding motivation and engagement and has developed survey measures of motivation for young children and is a former adjunct faculty at University of California Los Angeles and the University of Southern California.

    She then joined the National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards, and Student Testing (CRESST) as a Senior Researcher where she worked as a psychometrician, running statistics on state standardised tests for a multi-state testing consortium and as an evaluator for PBS KIDS where she designed assessments and answered questions about whether games supported children’s learning.

Consultant (North America & Europe)

Carla Banson Yulo

  • Ed.M. in Human Development & Psychology
    Harvard Graduate School of Education

    B.S. in Psychology
    Minor in Urban Education
    Santa Clara University

    Carla Yulo is an early childhood education specialist and Co-Founder of Spark Discovery Center in the Philippines. Her expertise includes building reading and comprehension skills and strategies for independent learning in school-aged children. 

    She also has extensive experience working with children with learning needs in clinical and classroom settings in both the US and the Philippines. Ms. Yulo has certifications from The National Institute for Learning and Development and Lindamood-Bell.

Consultant (Asia Pacific)

Jennifer Kim

  • B.S. in Business Administration
    Minor in Legal Studies
    Babson College, Massachusetts

    M.B.A. Candidate
    Singapore Management University

    Jennifer Kim is an entrepreneur and business development professional whose career spans multiple industries and markets. This breadth of experience has given her a sharp understanding of the challenges businesses face when entering new environments, and the ability to design practical, creative solutions that drive growth.

    She has partnered with leading organizations across North America and Asia, including SK Group, Kim & Chang Law Firm, Shanghai National Museum, and The Bowers Museum, helping them navigate complex landscapes and uncover new opportunities.

    A Babson College alumna and MBA candidate at Singapore Management University, Jennifer is passionate about turning ideas into impactful ventures. She brings her expertise in problem-solving and business strategy to support companies of all sizes in localizing, adapting, and thriving in dynamic markets.

Co-Founder & Director