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Key people at Hyosung Ventures.
Hyosung Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Hyosung Corporation, is based in Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea, investing in deep-tech startups across various sectors. It manages investments through funds like the 100 billion won ($69 million) Startup Korea Fund, established in late 2024, and operates with an employee count of 11-20. The firm primarily targets deep-tech areas such as AI drug development, robotics, functional cosmetics, e-commerce, smart logistics, and security. Its portfolio includes companies like Piontech, Realworld, Aigen Science, Wired Company, and Near Solution. Led by President and CEO Kim Cheol-ho, Hyosung Ventures was officially launched in September 2021 as part of the Hyosung Group, chaired by Cho Hyun-joon. Its business model centers on funded by Hyosung Corporation with initial KRW 10 billion paid-in capital, earns returns through startup investments and fund participation.
Hyosung Ventures has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $2.5M Series A in NearSolution in July 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2025 | NearSolution | $2.5M Series A | — | — |
| Jun 19, 2025 | Colosseum | $19.5M Series B | — | Anda Asia Ventures, A Stone Ventures, CJ Investment, Daishin Private Equity, Industrial Bank OF Korea, Muirwoods Ventures |
Key people at Hyosung Ventures.
