Startup Korea: Navigating the Ecosystem & Market Opportunities in MWC 2025
Entering Korea: Market Strategies for International Startups
Are you a global startup looking to enter the Korean market? Join us for an exclusive event where you can gain key insights into Korea’s startup ecosystem, learn about government support programs, and engage with industry experts.
Hosted by the Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development (KISED) under the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS), this event will introduce MSS policies, KISED’s global startup support programs, and feature a panel discussion with startup leaders and ecosystem experts.
If you're a startup founder, investor, or startup support organization interested in Korea, this event is for you!
WHO WE ARE
The Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development (KISED) is a government organization under the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS), dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. KISED provides comprehensive support for both Korean and global startups, equipping them with the resources, network, and expertise needed to successfully navigate and scale in the Korean market.
Through various funding, incubation, and acceleration programs, KISED is committed to building a dynamic startup ecosystem where global startups and Korean innovation thrive together.
Event Schedule
📅 Date & Time: 2025.03.04, 14:00 - 15:00
📍 Location: KOTRA PAVILION (HALL 7, 7A62)
🔹 14:00 – 14:05 | Opening Speech – José Pintor Aguilar / Director General / CASA ASIA
🔹 14:05 – 14:15 | Introduction of Inbound Program by KISED
🔹 14:15 – 15:00 | Panel Talk (Overview of the Korean Startup Ecosystem / Success Stories of Foreign Startups in Korea)
🔹 15:00 ~ | Networking and Consulting
Moderator:
John David Kim Head of North East Asia GSMA
Panelists:
Roger Royo / President / Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Korea
Carlos KiK / Co-Founder / AiMA Beyond AI (*First Recipient of the Korea Startup Visa)
Liz Fleming / Chief Ecosystem Officer / South Summit
WHAT TO EXPECT
✨ Invitation-only event
💡 Exclusive insights into Korea’s startup ecosystem
🚀 First-hand success stories from global startups in Korea
🤝 Networking opportunities with startup ecosystem experts
📩 For inquiries, contact us!
Matthew Kwon | Assistant Manager
📧 mattew.kwon@koreabridging.com