Sponsors, Donors, and Business Partners
Our special teams and non-profit, the "Team White Tiger Organization", have and are open to sponsorships, donations, and business partners from individuals, families, groups, organizations, and businesses.
These sponsorships and donations help fund special events, develop special teams, and scholarships. A variety of sponsorship levels and options can be found below. To donate, become a sponsor, or request more information click here


Grand Master Shik Lee
Founder and Board President
Grand Master Shik Lee
Grandmaster Lee has studied Taekwondo for over 50 years and is a certified Grandmaster from Kukkiwon. Having studied under the founders of modern Taekwondo, Grandmaster Lee is one of the "2nd generation" Grandmasters, recognized as the successors to the founders. Grandmaster Lee has won several national sparring, forms, and board-breaking championships in Korea and the United States and coached many national champions. Grandmaster Lee currently sits on the board for ITSO, CMA, ATU and is the founder of the National Taekwondo Charity Foundation-Wheeling, which provides scholarships for promising young martial artists.
Master Lee is a world champion for Taekwondo in both sparring and forms several times over.

Master Mark Tan
Board Member
Master Mark Tan
Master Mark Tan is a 4th Dan black belt who has been teaching since age 16, with over 30 years of martial arts experience. His training extends beyond Taekwondo to include Krav Maga, Brazilian Jiujitsu, and Escrima. He leads a sparring team that has produced champions at local, regional, state, and national levels.
He is passionate about teaching others to be their best through various martial arts disciplines, emphasizing honor and grace.

Master Joon Cho
Board Member
Master Joon Cho
Master Joon Cho is a dedicated martial artist with extensive experience in Taekwondo. He has been actively involved in training and competition, contributing to the development of students at various levels. His commitment to martial arts excellence and student development makes him a valuable member of the board.
Master Cho brings years of experience and dedication to the White Tiger Martial Arts Center community.

Master Jennifer Simenauer
Board Member
Master Jennifer Simenauer
Jennifer Simenauer is a 4Dan Black Belt and Assistant Form Team Coach at White Tiger Wheeling, and an instructor at White Tiger Chicago. She has been involved with White Tiger Chicago since its founding, helping build the program and train hundreds of students. She started Taekwondo in college and continued into her adult life.
She is a member of the Form Team, coaches, and has competed and won at local, state, regional, and national levels.

Master Edward Walrod
Board Member
Master Edward Walrod
Edward Walrod is a 3rd Dan Black Belt at White Tiger Wheeling and Chicago. Born in Korea, he started ITF style Taekwondo at age 3, competed nationally in ITF forms, and achieved his 3rd Dan. In 2018, he switched to the WT/Kukkiwon style, now competes in sparring, and has won several tournaments in the Senior Black Belt division.
He is a Form Team member and continues to contribute to the martial arts community through his dedication and skill.
Sponsor Levels
Grand Master Lee has studied Taekwondo for over 50 years and is a certified Grand Master from Kukkiwon. Having studied under the founders of modern Taekwondo, Grand Master Lee is one of the "2nd generation" Grand Masters, recognized as the successors to the founders. Grand Master Lee has won several national sparring, forms, and board-breaking championships in Korea and the United States and coached many national champions. Grand Master Lee currently sits on the board for ITSO, KTA, and is the founder of the National Taekwondo Charity Foundation-Wheeling, which provides scholarships for promising young martial artists.
Meet The Sponsors and Business Partners/
Sponsor and Business Partner:
The Law Offices of Sofia Avilova is one of Chicagoland's premier law firms specializing in immigration law. They have represented clients in all levels of government and law with great professionalism and passion. Sofia Avilova, Esq, is fluent in English, Russian, and Assyrian. When contacting the office, mention White Tiger Martial Arts for special offers and promotions.
Contact Information
- Website:https://www.avilovalaw.com
- Email:sofia.avilova@avilovalaw.com
- Phone:773-245-3578