After its Q1 edition in March 2026, K-Style Expo returns for Q2 as a virtual pitch event connecting Korean startups with global investors.It will take place on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM KST on Zoom.
The event covers six fast-growing sectors: K-Beauty, K-Fashion, K-Food, K-Content, K-Learning, and K-Gaming.
Korean brands are expanding quickly. They are reaching new customers across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Western markets. K-Style Expo Q2 2026 gives founders a direct path to investors, funding opportunities, and global growth.
K-Style Expo Q2 2026: Connecting K-Lifestyle Startups With Global Capital
K-Style Expo serves as a curated platform where Korea’s global cultural influence becomes business opportunities. The event supports high-potential founders who are building companies for global markets, not only for Korea.
Event Format
The event follows a clear, fast-moving schedule.
- Opening remarks — beSUCCESS opens the event and sets the context
- Keynote address — An industry speaker will share insights on the future of the global K-lifestyle market (TBA)
- Investor introductions — Each judge takes 30 seconds to introduce their firm and investment focus
- Startup pitch battle — 15 selected startups each present for 3 minutes, followed by 3 minutes of live Q&A
- Closing and winner announcement — The top startup is named and receives the prize package
Attendance is limited to 15 startups and 15 investors, keeping the event focused and every conversation meaningful.
Who Can Participate
Investors and Judges
This category is open to:
- Verified venture capital firms
- Angel investors
- Family offices
- Institutional investors
Applicants must provide a LinkedIn profile that confirms their firm or investment role.
Only 15 panel seats are available.
Startups
This category is open to:
- Founders
- Core team members
- Early-stage startups
- Growth-stage startups
- Companies in K-lifestyle sectors
Applicants must represent a registered startup. They must also submit a LinkedIn profile or company website that confirms their role and business.
The screening process is competitive. Hundreds may apply, but only 15 startups will be selected.
Prize and Post-Event Support
The top startup receives an exclusive post-event support package curated by the beSUCCESS organizing committee:
- Exclusive Post-Event Support Package
- 2 curated 1:1 investor online meetings
- Priority media exposure across beSUCCESS, KoreaProductPost, and KPopPost — reaching global audiences
- Special offer AI-driven marketing by Influenxio: 4-week free trial and direct assistance
Organizers
beSUCCESS is the lead organizer and Korea’s primary English-language startup media platform. It connects Korean founders with global investors through editorial coverage, community building, and events.
KoreaProductPost is a B2B media platform covering Korea’s export industries. It links startups and manufacturers with buyers, distributors, and investors in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
KPopPost is a leading English-language media platform for Korean pop culture. It reaches millions of readers who actively follow and spend on Korean cultural trends.
Partner: Influenxio
Influenxio is joining K-Style Expo Q2 2026 as an official partner. The company runs an AI-powered platform that helps brands find the right creators, build content, and grow their audience — all in one place.
The first-place startup will receive a 4-week free trial of Influenxio’s platform, including direct support.
More details are coming soon. Stay tuned.
K-Style Expo Q2 2026 Event Details
- Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM KST
- Platform: Zoom
- Capacity: 15 startups and 15 investors — strictly capped
- Registration: Free. Approval required for both tracks.
Limited Seats — Register Early
To keep the event focused and valuable, attendance is strictly limited.
Only 15 startups and 15 investors or judges will participate.
For founders and investors serious about building the next generation of global K-lifestyle companies, K-Style Expo Q2 2026 is the place to be.
Key Takeaways
- K-Style Expo Q2 2026 will take place on June 24.
- Only 15 startups will be selected to pitch.
- Only 15 investors or judges will join the event.
- The event covers six K-lifestyle sectors.
- Selected startups will meet global venture capital investors.
- The winner will receive direct investor meetings.
- AI-driven marketing support will help the winner grow.
- The event offers focused, high-quality networking.
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