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From Military Officer to U.S. Entrepreneur: Navigating Career Pivots & Leadership

45-minute interactive talk and discussion on transitioning from an 8-year military officer career to running a business in the U.S. We’ll discuss leadership adaptability, handling high-pressure operations, and the practical steps of starting over in a new market.

How should the session run?

Panel Discussion

Preferred language

Korean

Who is this for?

Aspiring entrepreneurs, professionals planning a major career transition, or veterans looking to leverage structured leadership skills in real-world business and overseas operations.

Why can the host lead this?

Served 8 years as a military officer before successfully transitioning to the U.S. to build and manage multi-location restaurant operations. I share firsthand insights on turning operational discipline, stress resilience, and team management into tangible business results in a competitive market.

What will you take away?

Never give up, keep pushing forward, and your moment will come.

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