UTAH-KOREA GLOBAL INNOVATION FORUM
SONGDO, KOREA | September 25-26, 2025
University of Utah
Building Global Bridges in Innovation and Education
Join us for the U.S.–Korea Industry Connect, where business and government leaders converge to explore cross-border R&D, strategic partnerships, and global market expansion. This event fosters collaboration between industry and academia, offering access to bilingual, research-active students and exclusive networking opportunities. Whether you're a C-suite executive, R&D director, or recruitment lead, this is your gateway to innovation, talent, and international growth.
UTAH-KOREA NETWORKING
ACADEMIC-INDUSTRY RESEARCH NETWORKING
INDUSTRY, GOVERNMENT & V.C. COLLABORATION DISCUSSIONS
BI-LINGUAL TRANSLATION BY ECE STUDENTS
Agenda
DAY 1 | Sept 25 8:30AM – 4:00PM
- Welcome – Dr. Hanseup Kim, Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Chair, University of Utah, SLC
- Congratulatory Remarks – Yoo Jeong-bok, Mayor of Incheon City
- Keynote Speaker I – Jefferson Moss, Executive Director of GOEO, Utah, USA – “Why Utah?”
- Keynote Speaker II – Wonsok Yun, Commissioner, Incheon IEFZ
- Industry Pitches to Government and Venture Capital
- Match Making Meetings
- UAC Tour & ECE Student Presentations
- Alumni Meeting
6:00PM – 8:00PM
Premier Sponsor Banquet & Alumni Dinner
- Keynote Speaker III – Ken Muir, CEO, DeliciousAI
DAY 2 | Sept 26 8:30AM – 5:00PM
- Keynote Speaker IV – Charles Musgrave, Dean of Price College of Engineering, University of Utah, SLC
- Keynote Speaker V – Dr. Jacob Georgeo, Director of NeuroRobotics Program, ECE/PM&E Professor, University of Utah, SLC
- Keynote Speaker VI – Dr. Masood Parvania, Director of NSF WIRED Global Center, Endowed Professor, University of Utah, SLC
- Match Making Meetings
- Leadership Roundtables
6:00PM – 8:00PM
Premier Sponsor Dinner & Presentation
- Keynote Speaker VII – Aaron Starks, CEO, 47G
- Keynote Speaker VIII – Dr. Greg Hill, Chief Administrative Officer & Dean of Faculty, UAC, University of Utah
DAY 3 | Sept 27 Optional
- Cultural Tours around Songdo and Incheon
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Jefferson Moss
Jacob George
Greg Hill
Ken Muir
Charles Musgrave
Hosted By:
Hanseup Kim, Department Chair, ECE University of Utah
Hyea-Won Clayton & Jimmy Choi, Directors, Utah Korean Chamber of Commerce
David Carlebach, COO, Utah World Trade Center
James Park & Casey Hyun, Executive Team, University of Utah Asia Campus
Jim Grover, Managing Director of Economic Growth, Governors Office of Economic Development
Who Should Attend?
– C-Suite Executives & Business Leaders
– Research & Development, Innovation Directors
– Business Development Teams
– Employee Recruitment Personnel
– Industry-Academic Liaison Officers
Why Attend?
– Build strategic partnerships between U.S. and Korean industries
– Engage with high-potential students fluent in both cultures and actively working in cutting-edge research
– Explore joint Research & Development opportunities and innovative solutions
– Tap into global talent pipelines and new market expansion ideas
Thank you to our sponsors!
We extend our sincere gratitude to the sponsors who have generously supported our students and department in the past and appreciate any and all who will support the U.S.–Korea Industry & Innovation Exchange. Their commitment to cross-border collaboration empowers high-potential, bilingual students and drives meaningful connections between industry, academia, and government.
In partnership with the University of Utah Asia Campus, Chair Hanseup Kim, and esteemed faculty, these sponsors are helping to open doors to global research, development, and career opportunities. Their support plays a vital role in shaping the future of U.S.–Korea innovation.
Benefits of Sponsorship
In addition to forging U.S.–Korea industry partnerships, sponsors can expect to receive the following benefits based on their contributions:
Named Scholarship for Students, Gifts, Tours
Exclusive Branding at one of the following events:
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- (Company Name)
- (Company Name) Luncheon at the U.S. – Korea Innovation Exchange Expo
- (Company Name) Global Link Luncheon
- (Company Name) Recruiting and Alumni Mentorship Dinner
Premier Naming Rights for the Entire Event
Exclusive Branding for the Signature Dinner Experience
Executive Panel Participation alongside Industry Leaders
Prime Positioning and Visibility across all Weekend Events
Unmatched Access to High-Level Networking and Brand Alignment
2025 Sponsors
We extend our sincere gratitude to the sponsors who have generously supported the U.S.–Korea Industry & Innovation Exchange. Their commitment to cross-border collaboration empowers high-potential, bilingual students and drives meaningful connections between industry, academia, and government. In partnership with the University of Utah Asia Campus, Chair Hanseup Kim, and esteemed faculty, these sponsors are helping to open doors to global research, development, and career opportunities. Their support plays a vital role in shaping the future of U.S.–Korea innovation.