This is the unform of Donald Southerton (U.S.A.). Don Southerton, a Tang Soo Do stylist who, during the early formative years of competition in the United States, distinguished himself as both a forms and sparring champion on the East Coast. This inform was selected due to a post on his social media page in which he extolls the inportance and significance of both folding dobok and tying one’s belt correctly. In recognition of his lifelong contribution to the martial art and sport as an early years pioneer competitor he reveived the highest honor in upon being inducted into the Taekwondo Hall of Fame® in 2013.In addition to his competitive accomplishments,
Mr. Southerland is widely known for his extensive practical knowledge of cross-cultural and business relations between the United States and South Korea an in 2003 founded “Bridging Cultures”. A portion of his social media page reflects the fact that heworks with global companies as a consultant, strategist, and speaker, helping leaders better understand how Korean values influence decision-making, management, and business success.His work has been featured by major international media, including The Economist, BBC World Service, CNN, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, The New York Times, CNBC, and NIKKEI Asia. He also writes regularly for Branding in Asia and shares practical insights through Medium, LinkedIn, and YouTube, reaching professionals around the world.Many thanks to Master Don Southerton for this contribution to the first world wide Museum.