Project Introduction

1️ Networking Night: Friday, April 28th at 7 PM

• Networking opportunity for startups and international students/overseas Koreans
• Introduction of startups participating in the Global Matching Project

2️ G-Mingle supporters: May 2th (Tuesday) - June 30th (Friday)

• Missions utilizing personal abilities and deep understanding of local markets (proposed by startups)
• Mission examples: market research, localization of company contents, local promotion
• Weekly missions will be assigned to both individuals and teams
• Monthly offline meetings

 Timeline

- Application period: Until April 23th (Sun)

- Networking Night Event: April 28th (Fri) 7PM

- Announcement of selection: April 24th (Mon) to May 1st (Mon)

- Activity period: May 2nd (Tue) - June 26th (Mon)

- Final Completion Ceremony: Last Week of June

*The above timeline can be adjusted in regards to the selection process

or following situations

How to apply:

Networking Night : https://forms.gle/PKnu4LgyFjt5uFMf6

G-Mingle : https://forms.gle/K2bDGvAGEYCfXAxQA

To apply for the event, please scan the QR code or click on the application link below.

• *Please Keep in mind that attendance could be restricted if there are too many applicants.
• *All applicants will be informed of whether or not they have been selected.
• *Detailed information, including the location, about the Networking Night event will be sequentially sent via email and text message after April 10th.
• *Please use public transportation as the parking space is limited.

Networking night

Are you curious about the Korean startup ecosystem?

Do you want to meet a Korean startup CEO?

Are you interested in using your strengths to advance into overseas markets for Korean startups?

If so, visit our Networking Night event on Friday, April 28th at 7pm!

We have gathered Korean startups interested in overseas expansion at Front1, in Mapo-gu. At this event, you can freely communicate with startup managers and enjoy free beer and delicious catering. In addition, you can meet and network with international students from various countries.

*If you want to support a startup you met at the Networking Night event, apply for the G-Mingle Supporters Program.

To apply for the G-Mingle program, please check the information below.

Timeline

19:00 - 20:00 Introduction and Q&A for Startups Seeking Overseas Expansion

           20:00 - 22:00 Free networking time.

 *Event Zone with free gifts

 *Beer Night with Startups

 *Vegan-friendly food options are also available

Program Overview

Date & Time : April 28th (Fri) 2023, 7pm - 10pm KST

Venue : FRONT1, Mapo (20F, FRONT1, 122 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul)

G-Mingle

G-Mingle is a program that connects international students and overseas Koreans with startups planning global market expansion. As global supporters, participants will work on missions provided by the startups. Participants can gain experience in startup field and form personal networks, which would contribute to future careers.

Program Overview

Period of activity: May 2nd(Tue) - June 26 (Mon)

• OT program
• Weekly missions will be assigned to both individuals and teams: market research, localization of company contents, local promotion
• Monthly offline meetings with all participants (for networking purposes)

Activity Benefits:

1. Certificate of completion
2. Monthly allowance to support activities
3. Networking opportunities
4. Various educational opportunities and educational advices

Eligibility criteria:

• International students/overseas Koreans who are currently studying at universities(or graduate school) in Korea:
  • with a good understanding of the local market
  • with a keen interest in startup ecosystem, entrepreneurship, and tech business
  • who can communicate in Korean or English
    • *Participants are encouraged to attend the Networking Night event on 4/28 (Fri).
    • *Applicants must have a Kakao account.
    • *Unfaithful participants (those who are absent for a certain number of sessions or who do not submit their missions) may have their activities terminated during the activity period through evaluation.

Preferred qualifications:

1. Ability to manage social media channels.
2. Experience in startup-related fields.
3. Fluency in Korean or English.
4. Capability to create contents.

d·camp

This program is hosted by Decamp.

d•camp is Korea's first multi-purpose startup hub operated by the Banks Foundation for Young Entrepreneurs. It was established in March 2013 to actively support young entrepreneurs and promote the ecosystem as the next growth engine. With a focus on supporting early-stage startups, we support the startups by connecting our key elements - Infrastructure, Investment, and Networks - which are the necessary building blocks for the growth of startups. We invest in early-stage startups that will lead the future, provide office space and an environment where they can gather, communicate, and interact. We also help entrepreneurs realize their goals through investment and cooperation with business partners.

https://dcamp.kr/

https://dcamp-global.web.app/