WHERE KOREAN INNOVATION CONNECTS
Access the people, programs, and resources driving Korean innovation across the US and Korea. Whether you're raising capital, hiring talent, or expanding into a new market, UKF membership puts you in the room with the founders, investors, and operators who can move your business forward.
Directory
Find and connect with members
Events and Programs
Networking and curated events
Ecosystem Access
Investors and partners
Recognition
Your role in the ecosystem recognized
Community
For anyone curious about the UKF network and ecosystem.
- Browse the UKF directory
- Minimal profile listing
- Public community updates
Member
For professionals seeking deeper networking and full directory access.
- All Community benefits included
- Full profile with intent tags (Needs / Offers)
- Direct messaging & coffee chat requests
- Members-only events
Startup
For startups seeking visibility, community engagement, and collaboration opportunities.
- All Member benefits included
- 2 team seats included
- Priority placement in advanced search
- IR Deck Posting for Investors & Partners
- 20% discount on paid events
- UKF Calendar listing
Corporate
For investors, institutions, and companies seeking to engage with the K-startup ecosystem.
- All Member benefits included
- 3 team seats included
- Priority placement in advanced search
- View IR materials from startup members
- 20% discount on paid events
- UKF Calendar listing
Partner+
For visionary leaders and organizations committed to shaping the UKF ecosystem. Three sub-tiers available: Partner, Patron, and Chair.
- All Corporate benefits included
- Warm Intro service & Featured Profile (homepage exposure)
- Website banner & annual appreciation reception
- Newsletter sponsor mention & KOOM Festival co-session (Patron+)
- Impact Report co-publishing & Board Observer option (Chair)
Membership Comparison
Compare features and access across all membership tiers
| Membership Tier | Price |
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| Community | $0 |
| Member | $100 |
| Startup | $500 |
| Corporate | $1,000 |
| Partner | By Contact |
| Patron | By Contact |
| Chair | By Contact |
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Community
$0
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Member
$100
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Startup
$500
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Corporate
$1,000
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Partner
By Contact
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Patron
By Contact
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Chair
By Contact
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| Profile listing (intent & type-specific) | Minimal | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full | Full |
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20% | 20% | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| UKF Calendar listing |
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Top row | Hero spot |
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| Account seats | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 10 | Negotiable |
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