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“Getting Together” with Coffee Meets Bagel

Six years ago, the founders of the online dating service Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB) sat down with The Korea Society to share their stories on starting a new business. (Click Here) Today, we rejoin CMB to discuss how they have reached and managed their success to become one of the major online dating services globally. […]

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The Korean Wave and Translation: A conversation with Wansoo Suh

Copyright Credit: “Simultaneous translators at work” by International Transport Forum The global recognition of K-pop, K-drama, and K-movies has brought with it much interest in Korean translation. Recently, Sharon Choi, a freelance translator for Bong Joon Ho, the Oscar-winning Director of ‘Parasite’, received much international attention for her excellent translation work. If you are bilingual […]

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Marketing in a Digital World

As consumers continue to cut the cord, how will we define the future of TV? How does this paradigm shift change the future of advertising? Join us July 16th as Cathy Oh, Global Head of Marketing & Analytics at Samsung Ads, explores these topics in conversation with CeFaan Kim, reporter at WABC-TV Eyewitness News. Throughout […]

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Young Professionals’ Night with Timothy Martin

Over the months journalists have worked tirelessly to provide reliable and up to date information on COVID-19. Timothy Martin, Korea bureau chief for The Wall Street Journal, is among these journalists. His reporting has shed light on the outbreak in South Korea, giving U.S. readers an in-depth account of the situation in the country and […]

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[YPN] Future of Fintech: Technological Advancements and Disruption of Incumbents

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] […]

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[YPN] Blockchain: The Revolution in Decentralization

The Korea Society and the Korean Startups & Entrepreneurs association (KSE) address blockchain as a transformational technology and developments in blockchain and crypto markets affecting the South Korean economy. Followed by a networking reception with drinks on the 25th terrace.   Blockchain: The Revolution in Decentralization Thursday, May 17, 2018 | 6:30 PM Tickets: $15 […]

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An Evening with Hooni Kim, Chef-Owner of Danji

Hooni Kim elevated Korean cuisine in New York City when he opened his restaurant Danji in December of 2010, and promptly received a Michelin star in 2011 for his inspired traditional, as well as modern, Korean food. Danji was conceived as a Korean tapas bar and The New York Times described his small plates as […]

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