“We discovered promising AI companies that would have been difficult to meet otherwise.”
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“We discovered promising AI companies that would have been difficult to meet otherwise.”
Lee Hyo-jin, Managing Director of Evergreen Investment Partners, said this on the 20th at the IBK Changgong Fly High 100 investment consultation booth held at the Grand InterContinental Seoul Parnas in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. She added, “Although they are in the early stages, we expect to proceed with follow-up meetings.” Evergreen Investment Partners operates AI funds and the Scale-up TIPS program.
The IBK Changgong Fly High 100, hosted by IBK Industrial Bank of Korea, is a comprehensive networking event specialized for IR, connecting venture startups with investors. The event, running for two days until the 21st, involves approximately 1,000 participants, including representatives from venture capital, financial institutions, and related organizations. 100 companies across five sectors—AI, Advanced Manufacturing/Materials/Components, Digital/Contents, Bio/Healthcare, and Energy/Environment—are meeting investors through IR pitching and exhibition booths.
On the first day, relay pitching continued without pause from 10:30 AM to 4:10 PM. A total of 50 companies, with 25 each from the AI and Advanced Manufacturing/Materials/Components sectors, took the stage to showcase their technological prowess and business models. Participating companies consisted of IBK Changgong graduates and companies recommended by the Korea Development Bank and the Korea Credit Guarantee Fund. Notably, the event drew attention for having 63% of its participants located in non-metropolitan areas, aiming to expand investment opportunities for regional startups.
Kim Ju-yeon, CEO of B2Win, who participated in the first day's IR, said, “I was surprised by the greater-than-expected interest following today's presentation. Many people visited our booth, providing us with great opportunities.” B2Win is developing 'AIEM,' an AI agent that connects technical functions and rights based on invention and patent data, and is currently preparing for Pre-Series A investment. Kim expressed confidence that opportunities can be created even outside the capital region, stating, “There are many AI opportunities in the Gwangju region, and we are building a foundation for growth through the IBK Changgong Gwangju Center.”
Alongside the pitching, 1-on-1 VC investment consultations were held simultaneously in one part of the venue. While firms such as IMM Investment, Daewoong Pharmaceutical, SGC Partners, and LB Investment set up consultation booths, 48 pre-matched companies conducted consultations with investors. At some booths, consultations continued beyond the scheduled time.
Jang Min-young, President of IBK Industrial Bank of Korea, stated, “This event was organized for the investment attraction and networking of domestic startups. We will continue to expand our role as a catalyst for productive finance through various support initiatives for venture startups and further solidify the foundation for the nation's future growth.”
The event continues until the 21st, with pitching from companies in the Digital/Contents, Bio/Healthcare, and Energy/Environment sectors scheduled for the second day. The full list of participating companies from the first day can be checked here.
First Day IBK Changgong Fly High 100 Participating Companies
<AI Sector>Korea Deep Learning (Document Workflow AI Automation, DEEP Agent), Ilmanbaekman (AI-based Video Production Technology), Notag Korea (AI/Data-based Export/Distribution Trade), Nature Mobility (AI-based Global Mobility Price Comparison/Reservation Platform), IndyJ (Empathetic Relational Nunchi AI), TriCubic Korea (Edge AI Camera-based Solution), Atad (AI Cloud Infrastructure Autonomous Operation Platform), Palette (AI Agent-based Enterprise SaaS Platform), Alfred (AI CFO for Small Business Financial Proxy), Haan Mind (AI Price Optimization Solution 'Monetay'), Invic (Ontology-based AI Video Security), Stephow (In-house Data Integrated AI Agent 'Wissly'), Upsite (Smart Construction Process Management Solution), Serdic (Web-based Digital Transformation AX Platform), Locus Korea (AI-based Global Distribution One-stop Solution), Maze (Edge AI-based Small Business Managing Partner 'RiZE'), Davida (AI-based Self-directed Learning), Team Reboot (Document-based AI Workflow Automation), B2Win (Invention/Patent AI Agent 'AIEM'), D-Scent (AI Scent Content Solution), Whatsub (Consumer Autonomous Driving Agent AI), Zero (Artificial Intelligence Salesperson 'Yogorang'), Craps (AI Short-form Automatic Production Agent), Monster Riot (Global Mega IP Production Studio), Advisor Lauren (Defense/Finance Specialized Ontology AI Solution)
<Materials, Components, and Equipment (MCE) / Advanced Manufacturing Sector>
Power Auto Robotics (AI Unmanned Vehicle Manufacturing Robot Solution), Mold (Eco-friendly Manufacturing Process-based Robot Automation Solution), G-Technologies (Rapid Environment Specialized Wireless Solution), TCMS (Secondary Battery Separator Production Total Solution), iMeditech (Nano-dispersion Core Coating Nano-i), FXIP (IP Expansion Solution), JJ & Companies (Ship Liquefied Gas Process Control Integrated System), CK Materials Lab (External Stimuli-responsive Intelligent Materials/Actuators), EverSim (Next-generation Drone Design/Test Solution), QuantumCat (Air Quality Control Environment Catalyst Solution), Gat Tech (Advanced Component Innovative Repair Technology), Bright (Mobility Native Charging Infrastructure), MSell (Smart Surface Heating Fiber), InnoMaxin (MXene Material Manufacturing using Industrial Waste), CBE Science (Next-generation Graphene Application Material Solution), Korea Nano Ot (High-uniformity Synthesis-based Next-generation Nano-materials), New World (Building Floor Construction Automation), Amously (Semiconductor Manufacturing Automation Platform Amfibian™), Poem (High-performance Conductive Carbon Raw Material 'Zelos'), S-Innovations (AMR Integrated Control Platform SynK), Modigens Vision (Customized 3D Vision Integrated Solution), Nano Electronics (Electricity-saving High-conductivity 3D Nano-heating Film), Watt (Inter-floor Movement Autonomous Delivery Robot), Intellectus (3-day Deployment Edge AI Control), Korea Simulator (EV Testing Innovation Solution)
