Seoul Circuit: 2024 Events

Dive into Seoul Circuit: A series of exclusive, intimate gatherings designed for the Korea Pro community, connecting you with key opinion leaders, journalists, and experts on South Korean affairs.

Upcoming Events in April & May 2024:

April 12: Journalist dinner (Jem Kim + Jeongmin Kim)

Join us for a dinner with Jem Kim, a contributing analyst at Korea Pro and former business reporter and editor at The Korea Herald, along with Jeongmin Kim of Korea Pro.

This timely discussion, which will take place just two days after the ROK's general elections, will focus on the election's impact on key legislation that will affect businesses here in the coming years.

Venue: Sanulrim Restaurant, Gugi Dong

Limited to THIRTY spaces only

May 2: Dinner with Ankit Panda

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the future of the US-ROK alliance with distinguished expert Ankit Panda. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to delve into critical issues shaping the bilateral relations between the United States and South Korea.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how current geopolitical developments are influencing US-ROK cooperation, as the US approaches a pivotal presidential election in November.

Venue: O Tigelle, Noksapyeong

Limited to TWENTY spaces only

May 9: Dinner with Brian Davis

Join us for a dinner with Brian Davis, who has been based on-and-off in Korea since 1988.

Davis will share insights about the role of USFK, its role and relationship with the ROK government, and his personal take on how the country and changed and where it may be headed.

Event is taking place on an off-the-record basis.

Venue: Crystal Jade Gwanghwamun Shanghai Palace
Limited to TWENTY spaces only

Our Previous Events:

Feb 8: Dinner with Korea Pro (Jeongmin Kim + John Lee)

Korea Pro Editors Jeongmin Kim and John Lee will be hosted by KRG founder Chad O'Carroll for an informal conversation on key contemporary South Korean political, economic and social issues.

Venue: Boccalino, Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul
Limited to SEVEN spaces only

Feb 29: Journalist dinner
(FT / Economist)


Korea Pro hosts Christian Davies of the Financial Times and Andrew Knox of the Economist for a conversation on South Korea's political-economic outlook. Includes extended networking time!

Venue: Sanulrim Restaurant, Gugi Dong
Limited to TWENTY spaces only

March 7: Dinner with
Dan Tudor


Korea Pro hosts renowned author on all things Korea, former Economist bureau chief and businessman Dan Tudor. Learn about Dan's interest in Korea and how he see the country evolving in 2024.

Venue: Boccalino, Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul
Limited to SEVEN spaces only

March 21: Journalist dinner (Washington Post / Munwha Ilbo)


Korea Pro hosts Michelle Lee of the Washington Post and Bo-Young Shin from the Munwha Ilbo for a conversation on South Korea's political-economic outlook.

Venue: Sanulrim Restaurant, Gugidong
Limited to TWENTY spaces only

March 28: Dinner with Eric John (Boeing)


KRG CEO Chad O'Carroll hosts a dinner with Boeing President for Korea, Eric John, who will discuss his long history in the country and offer a take on where things may be headed in the world of business and geopolitics.

Venue: Boccalino, Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul
Limited to SEVEN spaces only

March 30: Jeju Hike:
Mount Halla


Korea Risk Group partners with Haja Korean to offer a one-day hiking trip to Jeju. Fly early from Seoul on Sat. 30m hike up Mount Hallasan, then enjoy dinner. You'll be back later on the same day.

From: Gimpo Airport <> Jeju Airport
Limited to TWELVE spaces only

Want to attend KOREA PRO events regularly?

Spaces highly limited for all events. But KOREA PRO members get priority access and discounts on attending all. Become a KOREA PRO member today.