Academy for Women Entrepreneurs: Korea
The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs invites the second cohort of women entrepreneurs in Korea looking to develop or expand their technology-based startups through education, networking, and mentorship from U.S.-based entrepreneurs, leaders, and investors.
Host: U.S. Embassy Seoul
Organizer: EFN and Nuleep
Sponsor: Coupang
Participants of the program will:
- Learn from Thunderbird School’s three- month-long online “100 Million Learners Program” with support from U.S. and Korean experts and advisors
- Attend recurring virtual cohort meetings to learn alongside other women founders in Korea and U.S. business experts
- Build relationships with a cohort of other founders through in-person networking events
- Access EFN and Nuleep’s Network of Investors, Accelerators, and Corporations in the United States
Participant Expectations:
- Complete the Thunderbird School’s “100 Million Learners Program” (~25-30 hours of self-paced learning over 3 months)
- Attend the program kickoff and 3 virtual cohort sessions
- Attend 3 in person networking events & the final event in Seoul
- Prepare and present a final pitch
- Be responsive and engaged with the programming team
- Complete all program check-ins and surveys
Important Dates
- Informational Webinar: November 13th, 2024
- Informational Webinar: November 27th, 2024
- In-person Recruitment Event in Seoul: December 9th, 2024
- Application Deadline: December 18th, 2024 Wednesday KST
- Acceptances Announced: Early January 2025
- Program runs January through June
Program Schedule and Curriculum
AWE Korea founders will receive support and mentorship as they complete the Thunderbird School’s “100 Million Learners Program”. This digital, self-paced course will cover the following topics:
Month 1
- Fourth Industrial Revolution/Artificial Intelligence
- Strategic Planning: Visioning and Goal-Setting
- Organizational Readiness for Scaling and Expansion
- Prioritizing Actions to Deliver Intended Results
- Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics in Business
- Recruiting Quality Talent for Business Growth
- Creating a Business Culture for Growth
Month 2
- Developing Staff for Business Growth
- Leveraging Value Chains as a Competitive Advantage
- Financial Analysis and Management
- Funding and Access to Capital
- Public-Private Partnerships for Business
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Creating Customer Allegiance Through Marketing
Month 3
- Effective Branding for Business Growth
- Intellectual Property in Business
- Using Social Media Effectively for Business
- Redefining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Business Success
Participants should expect to complete ~25-30 hours in the online course. The final course schedule will be adapted to the founders admitted into the program and the above timeline is only a recommendation.
To support and enhance founders’ learnings through the course, the AWE Korea team will host 3 virtual cohort check-ins where founders will meet with American business leaders and their peers to dive deeper into the program content. Founders will also attend 3 in person networking events in Seoul where they will have the chance to meet local startup leaders and funders and to make new connections with their peers. Founders will have access to EFN’s and Nuleep’s mentor network, which includes leaders from VCs and accelerators like Accel and Berkeley Skydeck, and other companies and organizations like Dow Chemical, Papa bear ventures, European Innovation council, icatalysts, and the University of California.
All participants will submit a video pitch at the end of the program for a chance to present live at the final showcase in early April. The top presentations at the showcase will receive funding to attend the SelectUSA Investment Summit in the US from May 11th-14th, 2025.
About the Program Organizers
Entrepreneur Futures Network (EFN) is an international nonprofit based in California that is dedicated to helping organizations and individuals tap the power of open entrepreneurial and innovation resources. We provide entrepreneurial program development, management and collaboration platforms, and training on several topics including mentoring and coaching, pitching and grant writing. Since our launch in 2003, we have served more than 5,000 entrepreneurs, over 100 universities, 40 accelerators, and have the privilege to have over 500 mentors.
Nuleep focuses on leadership and workforce programs in AI, startups, entertainment, cleantech, ESG, supply chain, and healthcare. Based in Los Angeles, our team has supported top accelerators and venture capital firms including LACI, Techstars, HBCU.vc, and 2080 Ventures to bring human centered data driven experiences and technologies. From ESG programs, strategic plans, to experiential curriculum design, we are dedicated to creating scalable solutions for startups, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies. Our leading clients have hired thousands of people and raised billions in capital to create a sustainable workforce.
Questions? Contact Program Director, Yousun Do, yousun.do@nuleep.com.
Academy for Women Entrepreneurs: Korea FAQs
1. When does the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs: Korea occur?
The Academy for Women Entrepreneurs: Korea will run late January through June 2025. Specific dates and program activities will be announced in January.
2. Approximately, how many hours should participants plan for in an assignment?
Over 3 months, founders should expect to attend an onboarding session, 3 virtual cohort meetings, 3 in person networking events & the final event: Graduation Ceremony: Startup Showcase event in Seoul. Founders will also complete the Thunderbird School’s “100 Million Learners Program” which we estimate to take ~25-30 hours over the 3 months.
3. Who is eligible to be an entrepreneur with the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs: Korea?
Women entrepreneurs currently residing in Korea from all backgrounds and industries are encouraged to apply. [Visa types to be provided by U.S. Embassy]
4. How can I learn more about past EFN and Nuleep’s past programs?
This is the second year of the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs: Korea. To learn about EFN’s other international work, check out Empower Queensland and Jump Startup Spain. Check out Nuleep’s LinkedIn with current program updates.
