Meet Our Team
At Evergreen Assisted Living Homes, our team is what truly sets us apart. Here you will get to know the dedicated professionals who bring warmth, expertise, and compassion to every moment of care. From our experienced leadership to our attentive caregivers, each member of the Evergreen family is committed to providing a luxurious, supportive environment where residents feel valued, comfortable, and at home.
Sunny Kim, MD
CEO
Columbia University trained accomplished Fellowship Trained Board Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon is the owner and CEO of Evergreen Assisted Living Homes,Inc. He established the business in 2022 as both of his own parents developed Alzheimer’s Disease. His mother passed away in one of the group homes and his father currently resides in the same group home. He is so grateful that he has been able to take of both of them at Evergreen with the compassionate and expert care of the Evergreen staff.
Jung Kim
COO
She was a pediatric ICU RN at Seoul National University Hospital in Korea for 10 years. She is also a Minnesota licensed certified food manager. She is fluent both in Korean and English.
Eunie Buford, RN
Founder & CBO
Empathetic, deeply committed to quality outcomes, and a drive to improve people's lives, Eunie brings her 20+ years of nursing experience to drive key decisions for Evergreen's Residents and Staff alike. Eunie is a one-of-a-kind leader in the Senior Care space.
651-280-0210
Grant Nerison
Vice President
I have a decade of experience in Long Term Care Administration. My passion for serving came from taking care of my aging grandparents. I am a twin cities native and a proud supporter of our sports teams. You will occasionally see me with my purple pride on. I am thrilled to continue my passion of serving the residents, families, and employees at Evergreen.
612-471-4320
Penny Thomsen, RMSR
Director of Sales and Marketing
I began my career in healthcare as a teenager, and over the years, while raising my children and completing my education, I expanded into business development and brand building across multiple senior care services. Now that my own parents are in this stage of life, quality care and genuine respect have become deeply personal to me. I support families with clear choices, honest information, compassionate guidance, and steady support as they navigate this important chapter.
612-472-0961
Ariana Aaron, RN
RN Manager
Ariana is highly skilled RN experienced in working in a facility setting. She is highly compassionate and driven to helping our residents achieve the highest level of care possible.
612-558-3589
Ulissa Richardson
Recruiting and Onboarding Manager
I’m a dedicated healthcare professional with a decade of experience in the industry. For the past two years, I have been a key member of Evergreen Care Homes, where I have not only enjoyed working with the elderly but also excelled in managing a team of caregivers. My passion for providing compassionate care and ensuring the well-being of my residents has defined my career. My commitment to enhancing the quality of life for the elderly reflects my deep respect and love for the community I serve.
612-408-0312