KSEA STEP-UP 2023 (5/20-21)

The 4th Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Partners’ Upscale Program (STEP-UP 2023) will take place in Newport Beach, CA from May 20 to 21, 2023!

Join us at STEP-UP 2023, where startups of every stage discover their full potential to become a unicorn. Our special focus this year is the intersection of “the Arts, Technology, and Entrepreneurship,” and we're excited to offer a range of dynamic programs designed to help startups achieve success.

We've brought together a diverse range of experts for STEP-UP 2023. From VCs based in Silicon Valley to successful entrepreneurs and insightful consultants, our lineup is designed to provide valuable insights and possible funding opportunities for startups at every stage. Participating startups will have the chance to introduce their products and services through Elevator Pitch and Startup Pitch sessions.

Our Showcase of Success sessions will feature unicorn startups sharing their insider knowledge and know-hows of success. For those looking to take their startup to the next level, our Road to Success Sessions will cover critical topics such as marketing, business law, and funding. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or a seasoned founder, we have something for you at STEP-UP 2023. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn, network, and grow your startup!

– Date: May 20 – 21, 2023 (with an optional unofficial networking event on Friday, May 19)

– Venue: Hyatt Regency John Wayne Airport, Newport Beach, CA (Free shuttle from John Wayne Airport)

– Registration Dates:

• Registration opens: April 07, 2023
• Early Registration ($100 discount) ends: April 30, 2023
• Registration closed: May 19, 2023

– Registration Fees: Regular Registration Fee: $250

• $100 Early Registration Discount ( **Register by April 30 and get $100 discount)
• $100 KSEA Member Discount**
• $25 KSEA Undergraduate/Graduate Students and Postdoc Discount** Subject to membership verification;

Visit https://www.ksea.org to check your membership status before applying the membership discount. You can get up to $200 discount for both early registration & KSEA member

– Support for Attendees (Current KSEA membership and full attendance to the sessions are required):

• Travel Support: Airfare up to $200 or driving mileage ($0.66/mile) up to $200
• Hotel accommodation: 2 nights for a double occupancy room (2 people/room)
• Single occupancy is available at $100/night; the hotel room rate is $200/night with tax and fees.
• Hotel meals: 4 meals provided (Saturday Lunch and Dinner, Sunday Lunch and Dinner)

– Participating VCs and sponsors:

• K2G Fund, Sinhan, KT, Translink Investment, Strong Ventures
• 과총, KUSCO, KIC, KOSME, LA 총영사관

For registration please follow https://form.jotform.com/jos8304/stepup-registration-form 

For general inquiries, please contact stepup@ksea.org