Meet the Korea Investment
Partners Team

Yer Hyun Baek

Chief Executive Officer

Yer Hyun is the Chief Executive Officer of Korea Investment Partners. Yer Hyun previously worked at Dongwon Securities. He received a BA in Business and Economics from Sungkyunkwan University.

Kwang Ok Kim

Chief Investment Officer

Kwang Ok is the Chief Investment Officer of Korea Investment Partners. Kwang Ok previously worked at Korea Investment Holdings and Korea Investment & Securities. He received a BA in Business from Korea University.He oversees investment activities across all funds which amount to $2 Billion.

Dong Yeob Kim

Senior Managing Director

Dong Yeob is a Senior Managing Director of Venture Division 1. He started his career at KIP. He received his BA in Literature from Seoul National University. Dong Yeob Specializes in TMT, Biotech, and Gaming.

Mahn Soon Hwang

Senior Managing Director

Mahn Soon is a Senior Managing Director of Venture Division 2. He started his career at Yuhan as a R&D researcher. He also worked at Korea Biotech Investment Capital, Chemon, and Medi-Flex. He received his BS and MS in Pharmacy from Seoul National University. Mahn Soon specializes in Biotechnology and Healthcare.

Deok Jun Shin

Managing Director

Deok Jun is a Managing Director of Venture Division 3. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Samsung Electronics, KTB Network, Hallim VC, and Hanwha Investment. He received a BS and MS in Electric Engineering from Sogang University and MA in Economics from Sogang University. Deok Jun specializes in TMT.

Min Sik Park

Managing Director

Min Sik is a Managing Director of Venture Division 4. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Daewoo Electronics, Mirae Asset VC, and Mirae Asset Securities. He received his BA in Business from Korea University. Min Sik specializes in IT, Internet, and Mobile.

Jin Huh

Managing Director

Jin is a Managing Director and specializes in Semiconductor and IT. He was previously at PWC and KB Asset Management. He is a CPA. He received his BA in Business from JoongAng University.

Yunjoon Kim

Managing Director

Yunjoon is a Managing Director and head of Bio Team 2. He specializes in Biotechnology and Healthcare. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Pfizer, Novartis, KHIDI, and Myungjin. He is a DVM and MPH. He received his Doctor’s degree from Sungkyunkwan University.

Yeong Mok Gil

Managing Director

Yeong Mok is a Managing Director. He specializes in IT and Biotechnology. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at CKD VC, Prodizen, Herb Doctor International, FnGuide, and Bio Partners. He received his BS in Chemical Engineering from Kyunghee University.

Jong Hyun Kim

Managing Director

Jong Hyun is a Managing Director and head of Fintech Team. He specializes in Financial Technology. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Mirae Asset Ventures, WFRI, CJ, and SERI. He received his BA in Business from Sogang University, MA from KAIST, and DBA from Sungkyunkwan University.

Sangwoo Lee

Managing Director

Sangwoo is a Managing Director and head of North America office. He specializes in IT and Electronics. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Samsung Electronics, E-Trons, NC Soft, and Dasan Networks. He received his BS and MS in Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University.

Min Q Kim

Executive Director

Min is an Executive Director. He specializes in IT, Software, and Hardware. He was previously at Samsung Electronics and SoftDSP. He received his BS and MS in Electrical Engineering from Seoul National University.

Hyun Gyu Lee

Executive Director

Hyun Gyu is an Executive Director and head of Bio Team 2. He specializes in Biotechnology and Healthcare. Prior to joining KIP, he was a Research Professor at Yonsei University. He is a M.d. Ph.D. He received his degrees from Seoul National University.

Yo Sep Jeon

Executive Director

Yo Sep Jeon is an Executive Director and head of Contents Team. He specializes in Entertainments and Movies. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Michigan Venture Capital. He received his BA in Business from Hanyang University.

Sang Ho Park

Executive Director

Sang Ho is an Executive Director and head of Internet Software Team. He specializes in Consumer Internet and Gaming. His previous work experience includes Naver and Accenture. He received his BA in Business from Yonsei University.

Sujin Kim

Executive Director

Sujin is an Executive Director. She specializes in Gaming. Prior to joining KIP, she worked at Neowiz Games, YD Online, GSP, SK imedia, NC Soft, and EK Communication. She received her BA in Music and Business from Ewha Womans University.

Keun Ho Kim

Executive Director

Keun is an Executive Director. He specializes in IT Software, Mobile Internet, and Consumer Materials. He was previously at PWC. He received his BA in Business from Seoul National University. Keun is a CPA.

Dong Hyun Song

Director

Dong Hyun is a Director. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Korea Institute of Science and Technology, and Samsung Display. He received is B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering from Seoul National University.

Soon Ouk Jung

Director

Soon Ouk is a Director of Bio Team 1. He is a patent attorney. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Central Law Firm, Melfas, and Industrial Bank of Korea. He received his B.S. in Biology from Seoul National University, M.A. in Business from KAIST, LL.M from Northwestern University.

Ji Hoon Jung

Director

Ji Hoon is a Director of Bio Team 1. He specializes in Biotechnology and Healthcare. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Novartis Korea. Ji Hoon received his B.S. and M.S. in Biology and Chemistry from Yonsei University.

Hwa Mok Chung

Director

Hwa Mok is a Director. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Hyundai Commercial and LG Foundation. He received his B.A. in Business from Yonsei University and M.A. in Business from Seoul National University.

Stephanie Kang

Director

Stephanie is a Director of Internet Software Team. She specializes in Consumer Internet and Entertainments. Prior to joining KIP, she worked at Samsung Life Insurance. Stephanie received a B.A. in Political Diplomacy from Korea University.

Byung Min Lee

Director

Byung Min is a Director of Bio Team 2.He specializes in Bio technology and Healthcare. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Beijing Hanmi Group and Design Hospital. He received his B.S., M.S. and Ph. D. in medical science from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine.

Eun Jae Jung

Director

Eun Jae is a Director of Bio Team 2. He specializes in Biotechnology and Healthcare. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Chong Kun Dang. He received his B.S. and D.S. in Pharmacy from Seoul National University.

Clara Yoon

Principal

Clara is a Principal. She specializes in Consumer Internet. Prior to joining KIP, she was at Accenture Consulting. Clara received her B.S. in Biochemistry from Imperial College London and M.S from London School of Economics.

Michael Kyo Wook Lee

Principal

Michael is a Principal. He specializes in IT and Gaming. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Microsoft, Load Complete, and Samsung Electronics. He received his B.S. and M.S. in Computer Engineering from Case Western Reserve University and MBA from Columbia Business School.

Doe Young Choo

Principal

Do Young is a Principal. He specializes in IT. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Kiwoom Securities and Kiwoom Private Equity. He received his B.A. from Korea University.

Ji Soo Lee

Principal

Ji Soo is a Principal. She specializes in Contents and Entertainments. Prior to joining KIP, she was at Infiniq, Michigan Venture Capital, and Magna Investment. She received her B.A. in Geography from Seoul National University.

Eun Ki Chung

Principal

Eun Ki is a Principal. He specializes in Contents and Entertainment. Prior to joining KIP, he was at CJ ENM. Eun Ki received his B.A. from Yonsei University.

Hee Jin Kim

Principal

Hee Jin is a Principal. He specializes in IT / Software. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Samsung Electronics and Partners Investment. Hee Jin received his B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Korea University.

Su Chan Kwon

Research Analyst

Su Chan is a Research Analyst and covers China. He received his BA in International Economics and Trade from Fudan University.

Hwa Young Kim

Research Analyst

Hwa Young Kim is a Research Analyst in Fintech Team. She is received her B.A. in Business from Sogang University.

Joon Hyun

Research Analyst

Joon is a Research Analyst at Korea Investment Partners US. He received his B.A. in Economics from University of California, Berkeley.

Haksung Chang

Managing Director

Haksung is a Managing Director and head of PE Division. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at PWC, Macquarie International, and Eugene Asset Management. He received his BA in Economics from Seoul National University. Haksung is a CPA.

Ji Woong Park

Director

Ji Woong is a Director of PE Division. Prior to joining KIP, he was at PWC and Mirae Asset Venture Investment. He is a CPA. Ji Woong received his B.A. in Business from Yonsei University.

Sang Joon Park

Director

Sang Joon is a Director of PE Division. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Monitor Group Korea and GS Holdings. Sang Joon received his B.A. in Business from Yonsei University.

Tae Woo Nam

Director

Taewoo is a Director of PE division. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Public Officials’ Benefit Association, Daishin Securities PE, and Opez Investment. He received his BA in Public Administration and Economics from Hanyang University and MBA from National University of Singapore.

Sam Suh

Principal

Sam is a Principal of PE Division. He specializes in Semiconductor and Materials. Prior to joining KIP, he was at PWC, Standard Chartered, and Merrill Lynch. He received his B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology.

Young Tak Lee

Principal

Young Tak is a Principal of PE Division. Prior to joining KIP, he was at KPMG and Deloitte. He is a CPA. He received his B.A. in Business from Yonsei University.

Jun Young Baek

Principal

Jun Young is a Principal of PE Division. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Hisstory Investment management, Kyobo Securities and Hyundai Samho Heavy Industry. He received his BA in Business from University of Seoul and MBA from Fudan University.

Yong Jae Kim

Senior Managing Director

Yong Jae is the Senior Managing Director of Investment Operations Division. He is in charge of fundraising activities and corporate management. He started his career at KIP. He received his BA in Literature in Dubuque University.

Chang Ho Kim

Executive Director

Chang Ho is the Executive Director of Management Operations. He oversees investment processes and LP networks in KIP. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Korea Venture Capital Association. He received his BA in Business from Yonsei University.

Hwang Kim

Executive Director

Hwang is an Executive Director of Corporate Management Team. He is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities. He was previously at Korea Venture Capital Association. He received his B.A. in Business from University of Seoul.

Sa Duk Jang

Management Director

Sa Deuk is a Management Director of Risk Management Team. He oversees accountings of portfolio companies and is in charge of FDD. He was previously at Ernst&Young and KPMG. He is a CPA. He received his B.A. in Business from Hanyang University.

Sang Hwa Lee

Management Director

Sang Hwa is a Management Director of Compliance Team. He is in charge of legal due diligence and compliance activities in KIP. He was previously at Samsung Economic Research Institute and Law Firm Dong Suh Yang Jae. He received his BA in Business from Seoul National University and JD from Yonsei Law School.

Hee Song

Director

Hee is a Director of Investment Operations. She is in charge of operations for Private Equity and RMB Funds. Prior to joining KIP, she was at LB Investment and KTB Network. She received her BA in Business from Kwangwoon University.

Woo Ram Yoo

Director

Woo Ram is a Director of Corporate Management Team. He is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities. Prior to joining KIP, he was at PWC. He is a CPA. He received his BA in Business from Yonsei University.

Hyunsoo Go

Director

Hyunsoo is a Director of Risk Management Team. He is in charge of financial due diligence and accounting activities for portfolios. Prior to joining KIP, he was at KPMG, Deloitte, and Korea Investors Service. He is a CPA. He received his BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Seoul National University.

Sang Heon Shin

Manager

Sang Heon is a Manager of Compliance Team. He is in charge of legal due diligence and compliance activities in KIP. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Naver and Hyundai Motors. He received his BA in Business and JD from Sogang University.

Jong Chul Kim

Manager

Jong Chul is a Manager of Investment Operations Team. He is in charge of investment supports. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at S-Core, Enkisoft, and JS GMT. He received his BS and MS in Industrial Engineering from Ajoo University and MA in Business from Kookmin University.

Jong Soo Kim

Manager

Jong Soo is a Manager of Investment Operations Team. He is in charge of investment supports. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Hyosung and Posco Energy. He received his BA in Business in Sungkyunkwan University.

Hong Gu Lee

Manager

Hong Gu is a Manager of Compliance Team. He is in charge of legal due diligence and compliance activities in KIP. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Y & Law. He received his BA in Business from Yonsei University and JD from Yonsei Law School.

Deuk Hee Kim

Manager

Deuk Hee is a Manager of Corporate Management Team. He is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities. Prior to joining KIP, he was at PWC. He is a CPA. He received his BA in Business from JoongAng University.

Seung Been Paik

Manager

Seung Been is a Manager of Risk Management Team. He is in charge of financial due diligence and accounting activities for portfolios. Prior to joining KIP, he was at Ernst & Young. He is a CPA. He received his B.A.in English from Korea University.

Jisoo Ha

Manager

Jisoo is a Manager of Risk Management Team. She is in charge of financial due diligence and accounting activities for portfolios. Prior to joining KIP, she was at KPMG. She is a CPA. She received her B.A. in Business from Korea University.

Joo Yong Jung

Manager

Joo Yong is Manager of MR Team. He in charge of market research activities. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Burea van Dijk-A Moodys' Company

Jason Yeon

Manager

Jason(Jihoon) is Manager of Investor Relations, in charge of domestic & international fundraising. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Samsung C&T Corporation. He received his BA from Seoul National University.

Danny Kang

Manager

Danny(MooKyung) is Manager of Investor Relations, in charge of domestic & international fundraising. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at N15 hardware accelerator. He received his B.A. from University of Washington.

Ok Hwa Baek

Assistant Manager

Ok Hwa is an Assistant Manager of Corporate Management Team. She is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities.

Eun Ji Park

Assistant Manager

Eun Ji is an Assistant Manager of Corporate Management Team. She is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities.

Ji Yeon Lee

Assistant Manager

Ji Yeon is an Assistant Manager of Corporate Management Team. She is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities.

Min Jung Kim

Associate

Min Jung is an Associate of Investment Operations. She is in charge of investment supports. Prior to joining KIP, she worked at MG Life Insurance and MG Investment.

Ho Kyung Lee

Associate

Ho Kyung is an Associate of Investment Operations. He is in charge of investment supports. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at Fasoo.com. He received his BA in Business from Sogang University.

Isac Yoon

Associate

Isac is an Associate of Investment Operations charge of operations for Private Equity and RMB Funds. Prior to joining KIP, she worked at Praxis Capital Partners.

Ji Eun Kim

Associate

Ji Eun is an Associate of Corporate Management Team. She is in charge of accounting and corporate management activities. She previously worked at HDX

Soo Hyun Jeon

Associate

Soo Hyun is an Associate of Investment Operations Team. Prior to joining KIP, he worked at KGT Lab. He received his BS and MS in Mathematics and Physics from Dongkuk University.

Woo Rim Sohn

Associate

Woo Rim is an Associate of Investment Operations Team. Prior to joining KIP, she worked at Bigbang Angels