​A private gathering of Korean founders and NYC’s founders — inside NeueHouse. Where capital, culture, and community intersect.

​Overview

​All things "K" are creating seismic waves around the globe. From consumer brands to technology and media, Korean founders are building globally and New York has become a natural meeting point for these conversations.

​For one evening, United Korean Founders — a leading community of Korean entrepreneurs in the U.S. & Korea and the team behind the KOOM festival — joins NeueHouse to bring together a curated group of founders, investors, and creators shaping what’s next.

​Join us for a happy hour that is more than just good company; also a private, high-context room for people actively building.

​Why This Room Matters

​Two ecosystems rarely collide like this:

• ​🇰🇷 Korean founders building globally across the U.S. and Asia

• ​🗽 NeueHouse’s private network of NYC founders, creators, and cultural operators

​Alongside a select group of investors from: Elpis Labs · SK Holdings · Sazze Partners · Comma Capital

A room where capital, culture, and execution meet - creating opportunities that don’t happen in more traditional settings.

​Who You’ll Meet

• ​Founders across stages from early builders (Pre-Seed/Seed) to growth-stage (Series A–D) and beyond 

• ​Operators and executives across tech, consumer, and media

• ​Creators and cultural leaders shaping modern brands

• ​Investors actively exploring opportunities across both markets

​What matters is not stage but quality of thinking, ambition, and execution.

​Program Highlights

• ​Strategic Networking: Connect with founders, investors, and operators from both the UKF and NeueHouse communities.

• ​K-Food Pairing: Experience a sophisticated culinary exchange featuring viral Korean Gimbap perfectly paired with premium wines.

• ​Media Coverage: This event may feature documentary coverage and interviews by South Korea’s national broadcaster.

​Featured Guests

​Saeju Jeong — Founder & Chairman, Noom

​Tim Hwang — Co-Founder & CEO, Nitra | Chairman, FiscalNote

​Seonghoon Woo — CEO & Co-Founder, Amogy

​Jinha Lee — CEO & Founder, Wooster Games (Spatial)

​Jiimy Jung — CEO & Founder, BuildBlock

​About the Space

​Hosted at NeueHouse Madison Square — a private workspace and cultural hub known for its curated membership of founders, creatives, and operators.

​The setting is designed to feel intimate, intentional, and high-trust — the kind of environment where real conversations happen.

​Event Details

• ​Location: NeueHouse Madison Square (Penthouse)

• ​Address: 110 E 25th St, New York, NY

• ​Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 

• ​Food & Drinks: Curated light bites (kimbap) and beverages will be served