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CMK ImpactPreneur

CMK ImpactPreneur

Supporting the growth of impact entrepreneurs who tackle social challenges through innovative businesses and technologies

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Key Information

ImpactPreneur Early-Stage Track (pre-incorporation to less than 3 years after incorporation)
- Supporting 15 innovative entrepreneurs leading impact startups with funding of up to KRW 70 million
ImpactPreneur Growth Track (3 to less than 7 years after incorporation)
- Supporting 5 innovative entrepreneurs leading impact startups with funding of up to KRW 130 million
Growth support programs (mentoring, expert advisory services, entrepreneurship education, etc.),
global expansion support, investor relations, fellowship programs, etc.

CMK CampusPreneur

Supporting the growth of university student entrepreneurs who seek to address a wide range of challenges in their local communities through entrepreneurship.

Key Information

Selection of 20 prospective entrepreneurs (among current college students, students on leave, and recent graduates from the current or previous academic year)
- KRW 10 million in total prize money
- Pre-workshop (entrepreneurship and self-understanding)
- Team building (support for the recruitment of team members)
- Boot Camp (MVP development and business advancement)
- Customized acceleration programs (one-on-one mentoring)

Global ImpactPreneur

Supporting entrepreneurs across the Asia-Pacific region who are contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to address social issues

Key Information

Selection of 20 entrepreneurs leading impact startups across the Asia-Pacific region

- Approx. USD 50,000 in total prize money

- Opportunities to participate in a Demo Day and networking events held in Seoul

- Engagement and collaboration with industry experts, investors, and fellow impact startups across the
Asia-Pacific region

- (Top 10 Startups) Access to post-program initiatives and investment reviews