Scaling for Impact: Entrepreneurship for a Just and Sustainable Future

Scaling for Impact | Seoul

Entrepreneurship for a Just and Sustainable Future

Are you a purpose-driven entrepreneur, innovator, or ecosystem builder in Korea? Ready to connect with global changemakers and contribute to building a more just and sustainable world through entrepreneurship?

Join us in Seoul for a free, in-person event designed for bold thinkers who are passionate about social innovation, sustainable business, and collaborative impact. Why Attend?
Hosted in collaboration by Impact Hub Network, UNDP Seoul Policy Centre, and Impact Square, this event will explore how the Republic of Korea can strengthen global connections to accelerate shared learning and entrepreneurial solutions for today’s most urgent challenges.
You’ll hear from thought leaders across sectors, explore cutting-edge research, and actively engage in a dialogue that connects local insights with global impact.

What’s on the Agenda?

• Welcome & Check-in

• Research Spotlight: “The State of the Ecosystem for Youth Social Entrepreneurship in Korea” Dr. Jaewon Kang, Korea SMEs and Startups Institute (KOSI).

• Panel Discussion featuring Tatiana Glad (Impact Hub Network), Dr. Kang Jae Won (KOSI), Pamla Gopaul (African Union Development Agency NEPAD), Jaehyong Heo (Root Impact), Bongsu Kang (Deepvisions)

• Facilitated Dialogue hosted by Tatiana Glad (Impact Hub Network) & Minsu Kim (Impact Square)

• Harvesting & Closing Reflections

Who Should Join?
Impact entrepreneurs, social innovators, ecosystem builders, and anyone passionate about using entrepreneurship as a tool for sustainable development and global connection.

About the organisers:

• Impact Hub Network is a global community of 120+ Impact Hubs across 68+ countries, supporting entrepreneurs and innovators in building impactful solutions to the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges.
• UNDP Seoul Policy Centre is one of the Global Policy Centres of the United Nations Development Programme, the UN's lead agency on international development working in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality.
• Impact Square is a leading impact investment and innovation organisation in Korea, fostering social entrepreneurship and sustainable business models.

Event Details:
Date: May 7, 2025
Time: 4:00–6:00 PM (local time)
Location: KT&G Sangsang Planet, Seoul
Free entry — registration required (limited spots)
Language: English & Korean, with interpretation provided

This event is more than a conversation—it’s a chance to co-create the future of Korea’s impact ecosystem with a global network of changemakers.

Reserve your spot now and be part of the dialogue where Korea meets the world to scale impact.

📌 Note: This event is free of charge. However, capacity is limited. If you register, your spot will be reserved—so please be mindful and attend if you sign up.

We are looking forward to seeing you on May 7th! If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at carolina.andrade@impacthub.net