Asan Nanum Foundation (Chairman Eom Yun-mi) announced on the 8th that it has selected 10 startups to move into the entrepreneurship platform 'MARU' in the second half of 2025.
Maru is an incubator that supports the growth of startups. It provides the necessary space, infrastructure, networking, and training. It houses approximately 30 startups, as well as domestic and international venture capital firms, accelerators, and startup support organizations. This fosters interaction among diverse members of the startup ecosystem and fosters a pay-it-forward culture.
Ten teams, including Graybox (Notifly), Greenetta, Mingle Lab (Lunz), Bosapim, Storyca, AI For Giving (Donation), YejiX, GIG R (Play Ad), Klop (Afternoon), and Fortel My Health, will provide solutions in various industries such as healthcare, education, social impact, and marketing based on AI technology.
Selected startups will reside in Maru180 and Maru360 for up to one year and six months, starting in November, and have free access to office space, conference rooms, lounges, showers, and sleeping rooms. Each team will be provided with office furniture, and only minimal space usage fees will be charged. The event hall, photography studio, and seminar room are also available for free use.
Through the "Marubenefit" program, resident startups receive free or discounted services for development, recruitment, PR, and legal services. They can also take advantage of "Marubenefit," which provides one-on-one mentoring from approximately 90 experts and senior entrepreneurs; "Marubenefit IR Matching," which connects startups with domestic and international venture capitalists; and "Marubenefit," a growth support program for resident company representatives.
Additionally, you can experience inter-company exchanges through various community programs such as regular town halls, clubs, and workshops, and participate in 'Asan Leadership Coaching' to enhance entrepreneurial resilience.
Cheon Seong-woo, head of the Asan Nanum Foundation Startup Team, said, “Through the selection of new Maru tenants, we were able to meet startups that are creating innovation in various fields,” and added, “We will actively support the tenants so that they can challenge themselves, grow, and share.”
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