Gregory Keehwan Kwon Email & Phone Number

Singapore, Singapore

Directed a high-impact entrepreneurial social impact incubation program, resulting in 94% of new teams and 96% of teams pitching before investors and stakeholders securing funding.Strategically designed and implemented curriculum, mentorship and training sessions, significantly contributing to project teams’ growth & success in securing funding.Delivered exceptional program outcomes through strategic vision, enhancing teams’ understanding of entrepreneurship, business operations, communication, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

South Korea

500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm with $2.7B in assets under management that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies. We focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. 500 Global has backed over 5,000 founders representing more than 2,800 companies operating in 80+ countries. We have invested in 50 companies valued at over $1 billion and 150+ companies valued at over $100 million (including private, public, and exited companies). Our 190+ team members are located in 28 countries and bring experience as entrepreneurs, investors, and operators from some of the world’s leading technology companies.Shinhan SquareBridge Ignition Program by 500 Global Manager, Mentor, LecturerShinhan SquareBridge Accelerator Program Batch 1, 2 by 500 Global Manager, Mentor, LecturerAsan Nanum Foundation Mentor (아산나눔재단 마루360 멘토)Y & Archer’s global expansion mentor (와이앤아처 글로벌 진출 멘토)- 40% of Batch successfully fundraised during the program- Total NPS 95

Singapore, Korea

Southeast Asian Portfolio Startup Management - Responsible for monthly KPI meet up with portfolio startups in SEA and supportKorea Startup Deal Sourcing, Due diligence Korea Business Development - Developed partnership with 20+ corporates, government entities, and startup ecosystem players in KoreaIncubation/POC - Initiated POC program with major government body and resulted in 4 successful POC cases where startups raised funds/generated post-POC revenue/signed post-POC contractsTIPS program operator - Collaborated with Korea's local VC and selected as co-TIPS program operatorESG/Ecommerce/Web3(NFT,DAO,etc)/logistics/healthcare/fintech/mobility/eSports/

Singapore

GTM strategyFormulated GTM strategy & prioritized strategic initiatives; researched, analyzed, and identified specific market/stakeholders/business opportunities.

Singapore

• Conducted screening and due diligence of 300+ tech start-ups in SEA and Korea and nominated shortlisted start-ups for investment• Added strategic value to a portfolio company in healthcare space by advising in strategic direction and KPI development

Korea

• Developed mid-to-long term (3yr) growth strategy and CSR strategic initiatives for $6B Sports organization• Improved the efficiency of government’s Big Data Support program for start-ups and SMEs by monitoring & evaluating usability of Big Data and selecting suitable beneficiaries

Gangnam-Gu, Seoul, Korea

• Led and participated PMI projects in change management of cultural integration, synergy project support, management reporting line establishment• Formulated 3 year vision, mid-long term funding and product strategy and revised performance management system• Liaised between HQs in Mahindra Group India and SYMC Korea for tope management matters such as operation review and new product launch;• Improved efficiency and effectiveness of strategy execution through managing senior management meetings: Board of Directors and Management Committee• Oversaw corporate accounting reports and business operation reports; Responsible for public disclosure

Seoul, Korea

• Led 3-person project team to enhance semiconductor equipment provider’s strategy execution, improve operational efficiency (42%) and review growth strategy, resulting in 25% revenue increase ($ 17M) in one year • Diagnosed $1.1B Global NGO's business operation issue, re-designed organized structure and JD for clarification of the roles and responsibility, increasing employee satisfaction by 33% and reducing turnover rate by 15% • Formulated long-term vision and strategy for $257M telecom company and implemented Integrated strategy execution system • Established new management system of KPIs for $2.1B energy company, re-structured organization, and aligned & integrated KPIs of different levels

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Strategy And Management

Activities and Societies: Treasurer and VP of Public Speaking Club, Asia Pacific Week Korea Representative Global Ranking #3 MBA.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Activities and Societies: NGO -SPD Marketing, growth strategy Project Foodtech startup-SINFOOTECH Product Validation, Marketing.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Activities and Societies: Marketing Channel Strategy/ Value Based Leadership/ Selling Yourself and your idea/ Leading the Strategic Change.

Master'S Degree, International Studies

Honours Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Economics, East Asian Studies

Ontario Top Tuition Scholarship recipient