Meet the people.

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Ken Yi

Monetization GM | Ads, FinTech & Commerce

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I’m a GM, in charge of leading Automattic's Ads business. Throughout my career, I have led 0-1 across Meta, Shopify and PayPal, helping scale ads, commerce and payments products across global markets and unlock nine-figure revenue opportunities. Earlier in my career, I advised C-suite leaders at Citi and EY on growth strategy, operating models, and capital allocation.

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Reagan Hwang

Co-founder and Executive Director at Wanted Lab | Building AI recruitment agents and global talent solutions

I co-founded Wanted, a tech hiring platform that went public in 2021 and serves over 4 million professionals in Korea. We also help U.S. companies hire bilingual Korean talent, and I'm now building AI screening agents to transform recruitment. Previously, I spent seven years at Microsoft as a technical evangelist, helping leading app partners launch on Windows. I'm happy to discuss global expansion, technical product development, and mentorship or advisory support.

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YOUNGMU HUH

Founder & CEO, YM&Company | Founding Chair, INKE Atlanta | Helping Korean & Japanese B2B Tech Companies Win U.S. Customers | Robotics · Manufacturing · Energy

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Beyond Strategy, Into Execution. I founded YM&Company with a single mission: To be the "Execution Partner" that Asian tech and manufacturing companies desperately need to succeed in the US market. Too many companies fall into the "Missing Middle"—spending years and millions on local hires or strategy reports without generating real revenue. I bridge that gap. I don’t just offer advice; I act as your Fractional Executive (Acting Regional Head), working on the ground to build your pipeline and secure deals. Who I Am: I am a Tri-Cultural Global Business Director with over 22 years of field experience across Korea, Japan, the US, and the Middle East. My career has been defined by "Evidence-based Execution." From establishing joint ventures to securing Guinness World Record contracts, I have generated over $150M in cumulative revenue for global giants like LG, Samsung, and SK. 📍 Career Highlights (Proven Track Record): • SK Intellix USA: Head of Sales & Marketing | Led U.S. market entry and brand establishment. • SAMSUNG SDS USA: Atlanta Branch Manager | Built a $10M logistics pipeline in the SE region. • LG Electronics Japan: Head of B2B Business | Penetrated the highly demanding Japanese market. • LG-MRI (U.S.-Korea JV): Served as COO, driving $22M annual revenue with global retail giants. • LG Electronics MEA HQ: Secured the world’s largest OLED project at the Dubai Mall. What YM&Company Provides: We act as a Triangular Bridge connecting Seoul, Tokyo, and Atlanta. • Cultural Translator: Redefining your product value to fit the US market context. • Super Connector: Direct access to key decision-makers, Georgia Tech, and state government benefits. • Revenue Driver: Directly managing sales and operations to ensure ROI. Personal Values: 🌐 Think Global, Act Local: Deep context on 3 business cultures. 📈 Growth Mindset: Focus on scalable, sustainable revenue. 🤝 Execution First: Strategy is nothing without results. 🚀 Ready to expand to the US? Let’s move beyond reports and start executing. Open for a discovery call to discuss your market entry strategy.

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Yuno Myung

🇰🇷 Founder @ HAN•GL | Freelance Product Builder

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Born in the US to Korean parents, raised in Mexico, based in Berlin, Germany. Korean, English and Spanish at native level. Founder of HAN•GL, a Korean learning app I built alone that teaches Hangul through the story of King Sejong. Around 30,000 learners, about 80% of them Spanish speakers, rated 4.9★ on both stores. Product builder since 2017, across customer success, design, product management, and engineering. Product manager at wefox (flagship insurance app, 2M+ customers) and Morressier (conference app deployed on five continents) before going solo. Today I ship production software end to end with AI-assisted workflows. I'm a designer, developer, marketer, and operator in one person. I also take on client work: high-end websites, e-commerce, mobile apps, automation and custom tooling. I'm the guy you hire if you wanna build cool shit that people love. 🌐 yuno-what.com ✉️ hey@yuno-what.com

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Seth Hong

Founder & CEO at The Three Chords INC.

Founder & CEO at The Three Chords INC.

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Sunghoon Kim

Founder of MISSION Law Firm / Representative of UKF Korea & General counsel of UKF

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Founder & Managing Partner, MISSION Law Firm | Representative, UKF Korea | Adjunct Professor at Yonsei Law School | Advocate for Cross-Border Startups & Venture Investments Building a community of hospitality and solidarity beyond borders, for a better world for future generations. I am the founder and managing partner of MISSION Law Firm, specializing in venture investment and startup ecosystems. My role encompasses shaping Mission's vision and strategic direction, dedicated to serving startups as a trusted neighbor and reliable partner, ensuring innovators receive the comprehensive legal and strategic support needed to thrive. Leading UKF Korea I serve as a board member and General Counsel of UKF (United Korean Founders), the global community of Korean founders, and as the inaugural Representative of UKF Korea. UKF began at a "table of hospitality" in Silicon Valley and New York — a culture of welcoming unfamiliar founders, sharing one another's challenges, and connecting people with the resources they need. As UKF Korea, we now carry this spirit of Hospitality and Solidarity to Seoul, standing alongside Korean founders as they cross borders into the world. Areas of Expertise I have expertise and experience in structuring venture investments, M&A transactions, and guiding startups through cross-border expansion. My practice emphasizes solving the complex legal and regulatory challenges inherent in cross-border business activities. Additionally, I have a strong interest in the societal implications of artificial intelligence and the establishment of balanced regulations that harmonize technological advancements with societal values. Policy and Advisory Roles I actively advise on national policies and legislation aimed at fostering sustainable startup ecosystems. My advisory roles span multiple governmental and private-sector committees, focusing on regulatory innovation and reform to create a supportive environment for venture investments and entrepreneurial growth. Academic and Research Activities As an Adjunct Professor at Yonsei University Law School, I have developed and teach pioneering legal education programs specifically tailored for entrepreneurs and venture investors. My educational approach integrates legal expertise, business acumen, and technological insights, nurturing future leaders who are equipped to navigate complex global markets. Furthermore, my research addresses the impact of AI on democracy and society, advocating for responsible governance frameworks to guide the development and use of AI technologies.

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Elena Obukhova

Building Startup Ecosystems | Tech Events NYC | Supermoon

Elena Obukhova is an entrepreneur and business strategist with a background in quant finance, venture capital, and growth strategies. Elena Obukhova has since been driving growth for fintech, tech, and AI startups. As co-founder of Supermoon, Elena built a network of 45,000+ founders, builders, and investors, alongside a network of 4,000+ investors and VC funds. Elena’s background spans roles at the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), Venture Capital, and FAS | Fintech Advisory Services. She has lived and worked in 9 countries, currently residing in NYC, and speaks English, Mandarin, and Russian. Elena specializes in business strategy, go-to-market, fundraising, and partnerships, working with startups and larger companies globally.

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Brian Cho

Co-Founder & CEO @ Baro, a16z SR007

I’m drawn to problems with real severity. Severity = Cost × Frequency. That lens has shaped everything I’ve built. I start with what is broken, how often it breaks, and whether solving it materially changes the outcome. At Resonado, I tackled the physical limitations of traditional speakers and brought a new transducer architecture from Korea to companies like Airstream and Klipsch. At Jobtest, I tackled the lack of signal in career decisions, turning a popular Korean personality test into an AI career platform that reached a $5M run rate in under two years. At Flock, I tackled response time in gun violence, leading an audio product that combined hardware, software, and machine learning to help communities react faster. Now, with Baro, I’m solving the problem that feels most personal: helping exceptional brands cross borders and grow in America without having to rebuild an entire company from scratch. It feels less like my next startup; and more like everything I’ve done was preparing me to build it.