A total of seven startups, nurtured by Sungkyunkwan University Support Foundation, with an impressive mark in Silicon Valley. This remarkable achievement comes once they participated in Dream Challenge K-startup Demo Day event, which happened on November 14^th and was organized by Dreamkium, a Silicon Valley-based entity.

The event served as a Launchpad for global investment for Korean startups. There were 150 attendees, with a diverse array of industry experts, investors, and venture capital firms from Silicon Valley. The event provided a platform for startups affiliated with Sungkyunkwan University Startup Support Foundation to present their innovative business concepts. Beyond this, it served them to engage in one-on-one meetings with investors and prospective partners, setting the stage for investment and business growth in US.

The startups that were at the forefront are:

1. VoiceMatch: Specialized in AI-based voice modules.
2. CRHM: Manufacturers of RF components and modules in ultra-high-frequency bands (above 10GHz) using ceramic layering technology.
3. MiMetics: Focused on enhancing skin penetration rates through natural mimicry technology using octopus suction plates.
4. Codime: Offering a solution for generating fashion clothing model cuts using Generative AI.
5. Lifoli: A mobile gifting platform tailored for high-end gift transactions.
6. JK Technology: Developers of a one-way smart VLC-LED lighting system for indoor positioning, based on AI and mobile applications.
7. Insensory: Operating as a company offering integrated monitoring equipment and pest control services for smart infectious disease vectors.

The SUSSF actively collaborated with relevant institutions in Gyeonggi-do province and the Seoul area through the Entrepreneurship-Centered University Program. The programs have been instrumental in facilitating investment, market expansion, and global outreach for startup companies, marking his place as a regional hub for entrepreneurship.

Mr. Kyong-hwan Kim, Director of SUSSF, expressed, “The overseas expansion of technology venture companies has become increasingly crucial. Despite the challenges stemming from the weakening of the WTO regime, Sungkyunkwan University Startup Support Foundation remains committed to providing diverse support for entrepreneurship, including education, investment attraction, market development, and global expansion.”

The Founder of Dreamkium America – JH Moon said, To ensure the success of the Silicon Valley Dream Challenge K-Startup Demo Day event, we focused on identifying outstanding startups in Korea. We provided them with global mentoring and created high-quality English pitch decks to enhance their accessibility to the global market. The journey of Korean startups into the global market requires continuous support and collaboration. Successful global expansion relies on the strong leadership and execution capabilities of company leaders.” He emphasized the importance of flexible partnership between academia and industry with the establishment of a comprehensive support for sustained global market expansion.

The CEO of CRHM – Mr. Jong-hee Kim, one of the participant, said, “During this Dream Challenge event, we prioritized marketing in the US market over seeking investments. In just one month, we managed to establish connections with local business development experts and initiate technical consultations with US-based companies. The US Dream Challenge event provided us with a fantastic opportunity. We express our gratitude to the Sungkyunkwan University Startup Support Foundation and Dreamkium for their generous support.”

The CEO of VoiceMatch – Mr. Nam-wook Ko, stated, “The local investment professionals we met during the Dream Challenge event offered detailed advice on our services, global market, customer characteristics, and network utilization strategies. Based on their valuable guidance, we have been continuously following up, even after returning to Korea. We have achieved milestones that enabled us to enter the US market. The time spent with the Sungkyunkwan University Startup Support Foundation and Dreamkium during our journey to the US was a time when we directly confirmed the potential of our business as a global service. Above all, we sincerely thank them for enabling us to dream bigger.”

Dreamkium is focused on strengthening partnerships with several institutions and universities to make sure that Dream Challenge K-Startup Demo Day continues to serve as a stepping stone of success for Korean companies to enter the US market.

For more information, please contact Dreamkium at info@dreamkium.com