About Us

Years ago, I was one of many investors in the Robinson Ranch Golf Course in Sand Canyon – a stunning property that, unfortunately, struggled because of drought and business difficulties. I had always been moved by the sweeping vistas of this special place and, when the chance presented itself, I purchased it with a determination to restore the greens and clubhouse to its former glory. After years in the high-tech industry, and then as a philanthropist in the field of education, I was immediately taken with all the possibilities this space holds. 

As a testament to the commitment of the Sand Canyon Country Club, despite fires and landslides, we were able to reopen in 2017 after an additional $7 million investment in facility upgrades. For numerous reasons, we were forced to reduce the 36-hole course to 27, leaving 75 acres of mountain region – already part of the property – open. 

After speaking to neighbors and community members, one idea for the space was elevated above all others, to create the Sand Canyon Resort & Spa which will serve as a 5-star accommodation for locals and visitors.

While we have been working nearly round the clock for three years to reach this point, the heart of my passion for this project spans decades. It is part of my American dream. 

When I was 27 years old, I immigrated to the United States from Korea to earn a better life for my family. I worked in a warehouse during the day and took night classes in the evening, eventually graduating with a degree in engineering. My first job out of college was with Litton Data Systems in nearby Van Nuys. 

I had an idea on how to improve customers’ productivity, so I moved my workspace into a friend’s garage and started my first venture, Fibermux. That high-tech startup was a rare success at the time – I still consider it a miracle. My success allowed me to begin my second venture, Xylan. 

Thanks to the experience I gained from Fibermux, Xylan became one of the fastest-growing companies in Southern California. More than 1,000 of our Xylan team members were given stock options and, just two and a half years after its inception, our company went public. When we sold Xylan, hundreds of those founding team members became millionaires and the quality of life for many others was raised, too. 

As a business owner, I know the all-around value of providing good-paying job opportunities. As the owner of Sand Canyon Resort & Spa, I’ll provide hundreds of locals with good-paying careers in a large variety of industries – from construction and landscaping to hospitality and the culinary arts, health and wellness to tech services. I’m fully aware that I’m not just building a resort – but a corporate culture that values everyone who contributes to the guest experience.