Update2026.11.01 (일)
The Utah Korean Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Bridge, is excited to present "Thrive in the Hive" on Wednesday, October 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Kiln, Salt Lake City.
This event aims to provide entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors with essential information on starting, optimizing, and successfully exiting businesses.
President HyeaWon highlighted, “Kicking off with a networking lunch, participants will have the chance to connect with essential experts for launching a business and engage with individuals from diverse fields, including other ethnic chambers, creating valuable opportunities for business growth.”
She also emphasized, "Above all, the preparation of the executive team, composed of the next generation of Korean Americans, will be a key factor in our success."
Panel Speakers will include Burgess Owens, Congressman for Utah’s 4th Congressional District; Kat Kennedy, General Partner at Kickstart; Paul Shin, a Korean American with 15,000 followers, VP of Marketing at B10 Energy; and Beth Colosimo, Executive Director at Mill Entrepreneurship Center.
Following this, in-depth discussions will take place in breakout sessions covering four key topics: 1. Business startup and funding, 2. Optimization and expansion, 3. Business sale and exit, and 4. Resources for businesses.
These sessions will be led by Scott Paul, General Partner at Convoi Ventures; Xingcheng X Hua, COO at Bridge; Tim Cooley, Director of Entrepreneurship at the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO); and Jimmy Choi, CEO at Bridge, who also serves as the chairman of the Utah Korean Chamber of Commerce.
Chairman Choi expressed his excitement in inviting not only Korean business professionals but all Koreans interested in entrepreneurship, stating that he expects the role of the Utah Korean Chamber of Commerce to significantly increase in revitalizing the business community.
Participation is free but limited to 200 attendees, so he encouraged everyone to register promptly to enjoy all the benefits.
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