The Daejeon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation held a "Local Scale-up Performance Sharing Session" and announced the completion of the 2025 New Business Startup Academy program. The two-day event, held in Gyeongju from the 19th to the 20th, featured a variety of programs, including a presentation of the New Business Startup Academy's progress, a graduation ceremony for graduates, and awards and pitching sessions for outstanding startups. The participating graduates reflected on their year of entrepreneurship and shared their achievements.
From the 20th to the 22nd, the company participated in the "2025 Local Brand Fair" held at the Gyeongju Hwabaek Convention Center, where selected companies exhibited their products and offered tasting and hands-on experiences. Through this, participating companies expanded their brand promotion and sales opportunities.
The six companies that participated in the exhibition were Makerhill (protein supplements), Odoor Lab (natural deodorant), Shingiru Art (desk interior products), Tidongji (blending tea packages), Roham (gift boxes), and Secheondaek (kimbugak). They attracted the attention of domestic and international buyers and secured business consultation and sales opportunities.
As the host institution of this year's New Business Startup Academy, the Daejeon Center for Creative Economy and Innovation nurtured 30 aspiring entrepreneurs with innovative ideas. They were supported in developing practical entrepreneurial skills through programs such as business plan development, IR capacity building, expert mentoring, and market validation.
Among successful companies, Casti Archive achieved cumulative sales of approximately 110 million won, and Odor Lab won the Minister of SMEs and Startups Award at the final pitching competition. Makerhill continues its growth by creating new jobs and successfully entering distribution channels.
Daejeon Innovation Center announced its plan to strengthen the virtuous cycle of regional startups by establishing the 'LICORN Startup Ecosystem' that will continue to support local creators and small business owners who innovate their lifestyles.
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