Hankyeol Lee

Hankyeol Lee

Business Developer

Business Developer with experience in go-to-market strategy and sustainability. Currently working on venture capital, private equity projects and corporate strategy development within the IT sector.

Insights by Hankyeol Lee
Korean deep tech study: Deep tech ecosystem growth for building an innovation-driven, resilient economy in a new global era

Korean deep tech study: Deep tech ecosystem growth for building an innovation-driven, resilient economy in a new global era

9 June 2025 — As global innovation continues to accelerate, Korea risks falling behind. To stay competitive, it must foster a more decentralized and inclusive technology ecosystem.

Beyond “Asia”: Rethinking regional strategy through targeted partnerships

Beyond “Asia”: Rethinking regional strategy through targeted partnerships

6 June 2025 — As global dynamics shift rapidly, China and South Korea have adapted in unique ways to maintain economic stability, foster innovation, and ensure long-term sustainability.

Navigating global uncertainty using scenario analysis

Navigating global uncertainty using scenario analysis

23 May 2025 — Global uncertainty, driven by shifting geopolitical dynamics and trade disruptions, requires strategic foresight from businesses to ensure resilience and adaptability. This article explores the use of scenario analysis as a method to navigate such uncertainties effectively.

Foreign capital as a means for globalization of Korean SMEs

Foreign capital as a means for globalization of Korean SMEs

3 April 2025 — South Korea is facing economic challenges from declining population and saturated domestic markets. Globalizing SMEs is becoming increasingly vital, and strategically leveraging foreign capital offers a viable pathway. To attract investors and succeed globally, SMEs must pursue outreach efforts, carry out pre-deal turnarounds, and implement risk mitigation.

Business strategy and global expansion for Korean companies

Business strategy and global expansion for Korean companies

17 February 2025 — In a series of seminar and webinar, hosted in Korean, we discuss the core aspects of business strategy and explore strategies for entering international markets to help identify new opportunities.

Strategies for startups to secure VC funds in the current economy

Strategies for startups to secure VC funds in the current economy

18 September 2024 — In the current challenging economic landscape, startups need solid financial preparation before pursuing venture capital funding. Meanwhile although there are many caveats, well-designed and effective government incentives can also play a key role in fostering sustainable entrepreneurship growth.

No time to waste – A collaborative approach to boost South Korea’s competitiveness in global sustainability ecosystem

No time to waste – A collaborative approach to boost South Korea’s competitiveness in global sustainability ecosystem

5 July 2024 — South Korea's conglomerate-driven, top-down economic structure faces challenges in the global shift toward sustainability, necessitating agile and drastic measures to improve environmental impact. To achieve long-term competitiveness, collective efforts are needed from the domestic private sector, the government, and foreign technical partners.

Presentation: Nordic working culture and its role in the Korean economy

Presentation: Nordic working culture and its role in the Korean economy

28 June 2024 — At the Future Development Forum, Reddal Korea explored how Nordic working culture can benefit the Korean economy. The discussion focused on addressing structural challenges and fostering innovation through openness, minimal hierarchy, equal opportunities, and a participative work style.