Meet Adam Hennings — U.S. diplomat, founding member of Seoul Hanmaum Rotary Club, and one of the most dedicated people in our community. Adam serves as our Rotary Foundation Committee Chair and was instrumental in securing Dragon Hill Lodge for our Charter Night. With over a decade of experience across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, he brings a wealth of knowledge and genuine warmth to everything he does. We're proud to call him one of our own!
If you've spent any time with Seoul Hanmaum Rotary Club, chances are you've already met Adam Hennings — or at least felt the impact of his behind-the-scenes work. From securing our Charter Night venue at the iconic Dragon Hill Lodge to chairing our Rotary Foundation committee, Adam has been a cornerstone of this club since day one.
A Diplomat with a Heart for People
Adam is a U.S. diplomat currently based in Seoul, where he serves as a Public Diplomacy Officer at the U.S. Department of State. Over the past decade, he has worked across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, designing programs that connect people, ideas, and institutions. His focus areas include technology and innovation, workforce development, and cultural diplomacy — but if you ask Adam, it all comes down to one thing: building trust.
"My goal is the same whether I'm working with a startup in Seoul or a ministry in Mongolia," he says on his LinkedIn profile. "Build trust, set a clear vision, and give teams the space and support to deliver."
Bridging Nations, One Conversation at a Time
Adam has been at the forefront of some exciting multilateral initiatives in Seoul. He recently helped co-host the U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Next-Gen Salon at the American Diplomacy House, bringing together emerging leaders and policy practitioners from across the region. He's also been a driving force behind the 2026 Young Trilateral Leaders Summit — a fully funded program in Hawaii for U.S., Korean, and Japanese leaders aged 18-35 focused on emerging technology cooperation.
He studied at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, and describes himself as "a generalist at heart" who loves stepping into new environments, learning fast, and helping great ideas become real impact.
A Founding Member and Rotary Champion
Adam was among the very first to believe in what Seoul Hanmaum Rotary Club could become. He helped make our Charter Night a night to remember — personally coordinating the venue at Dragon Hill Lodge — and continues to serve as our Rotary Foundation Committee Chair, helping guide the club's philanthropic mission.
We're grateful to have someone with Adam's energy, experience, and genuine warmth in our corner. Stay tuned for more from Adam — including his own words on why Rotary matters to him.
Connect with Adam on LinkedIn.