Our mission is to accelerate the success of scalable startups led by Korean founder teams through networking events, resources, and mentorship opportunities. Regular meetups provide founders with valuable connections to fellow entrepreneurs, angel investors, and venture capitalists.

In partnership with Venture Mechanics, members gain access to mentors, workshops, accelerators, coworking spaces, and funding opportunities—including equity and non-dilutive capital. Open to all, including allies, KFF fuels Korean entrepreneurship, driving impact and success in the startup community.

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June 3th Inaugural Meeting

Please join us for our launch meeting! Meetings of the KFF will occur on a periodic basis.
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5:00 - 6:00 Registration and Networking
6:00 - 7:00 Introduction and Keynote Speaker
7:00 - 7:45 Founder Pitches
7:45 - 8:30 Networking Reception
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Keynote Speaker: John W Suk, SVP of Strategic Partnership with WTIA.

In this fireside chat, Jamar "Doc" Montomgery will interview John Suk. John is a senior executive leader who is focused on high performance driven results through effective partnerships, networking and strategic plans by identifying and developing enterprise opportunities with strategic sales and market enablement. Identify emerging business opportunities to drive incremental revenue and bottom line growth through new technologies and business objectives.
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Founder Pitches:

• KKOT, John Lee
• TBA
• TBA

Founder pitch slots are available. Click here to apply.
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Light dinner and beverages will be served. Parking is always free and easy at Venture Mechanics.
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Founded in April, 2025, the Korean Founders & Funders group is a joint venture of Seattle Partners, the K-Startup Center Seattle and Venture Mechanics.
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