2018 Van Fleet Award Honoree Sohn Kyung-ShikChairmanCJ Group Mr. Sohn Kyung-Shik is Chairman of the CJ Group, one of Korea’s most innovative conglomerates. He also serves as Chairman and CEO of CJ Corporation and CJ CheilJedang Corporation. Since 1994, Mr. Sohn has led CJ’s successful efforts to spread Korean culture and […]
The Korea Society and the Korean Startups & Entrepreneurs Association (KSE) address the topics of fintech, financial services, and technology. Panelists explore how innovative technologies and influential tech entrepreneurs are disrupting and redefining the traditional finance industry. Followed by a networking reception with light snacks and cash bar with $5 beer and wine. [YPN] […]
Celebrate the year’s end with the Young Professionals’ Network of The Korea Society! Enjoy a night of networking, drinks, and a live music DJ. The Rubin Museum’s Café Serai transforms into K2 Lounge, offering 2-for-1 specials on select drinks from 6 – 7 PM. Complimentary admission includes light snacks. Tickets Free admission for members & […]
Become a member of the Korea Society today and celebrate Lunar New Year at The Korea Society’s Annual Membership Party! Enjoy complimentary Korean food and drinks, and participate in silent auctions and raffles for a chance to win unique prizes. Cheers to the Year of the Pig! Thursday, January 31, 2019 | 6:30 […]
– SOLD OUT – Join us for a networking reception with members from The Korea Society, Council of Korean Americans (CKA), and Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) over light food and drinks. Come learn more about the vision and programs of each organization and connect with the participants of CKA’s Media Training, presented by AAJA. […]
Young Professionals working in the field of International Development will share their exciting industry experiences with members of The Korea Society. This will be a great opportunity for our community to learn more about how big leading organizations, such as the UN and World Bank, are trying to end poverty and build shared prosperity around […]
The Korea Society invites you to the 28th Annual Van Fleet Memorial Golf Tournament. We are pleased to be back at Baltusrol Golf Club in New Jersey, host to multiple major golf championships and a National Historic Landmark. This year’s tournament will take place on the Upper Course. MONDAY, JUNE 17, 2019 Baltusrol […]
The path of becoming an entrepreneur is not an easy one. Sang Lee, CEO of Darc Matter and President of KSE, hears from entrepreneurs and founders who have created a business around their passions and dreams. Robert Lee from Rescuing Leftover Cuisine and Celina Lee from Give One Dream joined the session and shared their experience […]
The Korea Society and The Korea Finance Society hosted another Lessons Learned program in the summer of 2019. Mr. In Seon Hwang, managing director of Warburg Pincus, shared his experiences and insights gained through his career in finance. This program will be moderated by KFS President Andrew Kim. The Lessons Learned program consists of senior […]
Mr. Jihoon Rim, executive advisor and former CEO at Kakao and Adjunct Professor at NYU Stern School of Business, shared his experiences as the leader of Kakao, the most widely used mobile platform in Korea. This engaging discussion was moderated by Ms. Minnie Roh, CUNY TV’s news correspondent on Asian American Life. The Korea Society […]
