The Invention Lab (CEO Jinyoung Kim) announced that it held 'VKSEN 2025', a networking event for startup entrepreneurs and investors in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam.
This event was held at the Oakwood Hotel rooftop 'Cloud 12' in Ho Chi Minh City, and was attended by about 50 people including Korean entrepreneurs operating locally, investors, government officials, and businesspeople. The event, which lasted about 3 hours, provided a place to share experiences in the Vietnamese market and explore mutual cooperation plans.
VKSEN is a networking program that started in 2019, and has been operated mainly by founders of early Korean startups that entered Vietnam. It has been held regularly except during the COVID-19 pandemic, and from 2023, it has been co-hosted with Vietnamese marketing specialist C-Labs (CEO Lee Joo-hong). Recently, it has become a paid event, strengthening its expertise and operational capabilities.
VKSEN 2025 went beyond simple exchanges and focused on discovering real business opportunities. Programs such as 30-second self-introductions, keynote speeches, and prize draws were held, and various companies in Vietnam participated as sponsors to support the operation of the event and provide souvenirs and vouchers. Major sponsors include Life Vitamin, Homme Jet, and Simple Carry.
Meanwhile, Vietnam is continuing to grow in various industries such as e-commerce, consumer goods, and distribution, with an economic growth rate of 7% in 2024. In particular, local consumer demand for Korean brands such as K-beauty, fashion, and food continues to increase, drawing attention as a promising market for Korean startups to enter.
“The efforts of Korean entrepreneurs who are discovering opportunities in the Vietnamese market even in the midst of a pandemic are very meaningful,” said Jinyoung Kim, CEO of The Invention Lab. “The Invention Lab plans to continue to provide practical support and connections to startups entering Vietnam based on its global network.”
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