2026 Korea x US: Founders Pitch Day

​"2026 Founders Pitch Day" is an exclusive IR event featuring 9 emerging K-startups vetted by the Korean government, looking for U.S. partners and investors.

​< AI & Deep Tech · Semiconductors & Quantum · Mobility & Aviation · Climate & Energy · Retail & B2B >

​What to Expect

• ​Networking with potential partners and investors

• ​Startup pitches from selected Korean companies

• ​Opportunities for business partnerships, investments, and collaborations

• ​Curated corporates, investors, experts, ecosystem organizations, and government entities

​Who Should Attend

• ​Startup founders, executives, and tech leaders

• ​Corporate innovation, business development, and potential customers

• ​LPs, VCs, corporate investors, and strategic investors

• ​Government agencies, economic development organizations, and trade organizations

• ​Accelerators, industry experts, and startup ecosystem developers

​✨ Note that spots are limited! RSVP early to secure your spot!

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​Event Details

​📅 Date: October 14 (Wed), 2026

​⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT (+Happy Hour)

​📍 Location: New York City (Detailed venue shared upon RSVP approval)

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• ​12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Pre-Networking

  • ​Expand your network and connect with startups, investors, and industry experts.

• ​1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | IR Pitch

  • ​Discover promising companies through live IR pitches and identify potential investment opportunities.

• ​3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 1:1 Meetup Session & Networking

  • ​Meet promising startups 1:1 and explore your next investment opportunity.

• ​5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Happy Hour

  • ​Includes Anthropic, EDOs (e.g., NYC EDC), Deutsche Bank, KPMG, JETRO, QUAY Acceleration, Consulate General of Korea in New York, and other VCs/CVCs, corporates and ecosystem partners.

  • ​RSVP link: OFF THE RECORD

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​🇰🇷 Participating Companies

​🔗 Company Profiles (click for details)

- SemiAI: Vertical AIaaS for Semiconductors

​- SolverX: AI Physics Simulation Platform

​- VanaM: Quantum Photonics Foundry Service

​- Metacrowd: Voice Phishing & Deepfake Detection Solution

​- P2ACH AI: Vision AI Retail Media Analytics Platform

​- OneCheck: Offline Customer Behavior Analytics Platform

- LIBECO: Liquid Hydrogen Fuel Supply System

​- Batterfly: EV Battery Diagnostics & Management Platform

​- BestTurn: Airport Ground Handling Workforce Platform

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🏛️ About the Sponsors and Hosts

​Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS)

​The Ministry of SMEs and Startups is the South Korean government ministry responsible for supporting startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and venture businesses. Through policies and programs focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, funding, and global expansion, MSS works to strengthen Korea’s startup ecosystem and help growing companies become more competitive in domestic and international markets.

​🌐 Website: https://www.mss.go.kr/site/eng/main.do
🔗 LinkedIn: MSS

​Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development (KISED)

​The Korea Institute of Startup & Entrepreneurship Development (KISED) is a public institution under South Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting the growth of startups. Through programs focused on startup education, commercialization, mentoring, networking, and global expansion, KISED helps entrepreneurs launch and scale their businesses while strengthening Korea’s startup ecosystem.

​🌐 Website: https://www.kised.or.kr/_eng/
🔗 LinkedIn: KISED

​Korea Business Angels Association (KBAA)

​The Korea Business Angels Association is South Korea's leading angel investment organization, connecting early-stage startups with angel investors, investment clubs, and funding opportunities. Through matching funds, IR pitch events, and its involvement in the government-backed TIPS program, KBAA plays a key role in bridging the funding gap for emerging startups.

​🌐 Website: https://www.kbaa.or.kr/
🔗 LinkedIn: KBAA

​PEN Ventures

​PEN Ventures is a global accelerator and investment firm supporting startups through investment, acceleration, corporate collaboration, open innovation, and global market-entry programs. With an international network across major innovation hubs, PEN Ventures connects startups with investors, corporations, public institutions, and strategic partners to facilitate business expansion and cross-border collaboration.

​🌐 Website: https://www.pen.ventures/
🔗 LinkedIn: PEN Ventures