Seoul, South Korea – September 6, 2025

After a highly successful debut last year, Exprive Career Exchange (Cx) is back for its second edition, promising to be the largest career conference for international talent in Korea. Hosted by Exprive, a leading foreign influencer community, this year’s event will welcome 1,500 participants to Sangsang Planet in Seongsu-dong, one of Seoul’s most vibrant cultural hubs.

The one-day event will feature 40 accomplished foreign professionals working across Korea’s top industries — from global conglomerates like Samsung to leaders in technology, cosmetics, fashion, entertainment, healthcare, F&B, and tourism. Through panels, seminars, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain practical recruiting insights, career growth strategies, and first-hand perspectives on navigating Korea’s corporate culture.

EXPRIVE Career Exchange (Cx) II 

• Host: Exprive, Inc.
• Sponsors: Local x Pass, Flipers
• Media: Aju Press (English), Aju Daily (Chinese), The K Beauty Science, BeautyNury, World Korean
• Gift Providers: MUSINSA, Beauty Play, Market Designers (Tutoring & Ai), Desert Free
• Partners: Local Pass, Beauty Play (Korea Cosmetic Association), BrandUp Korea, BCC Global, Global Girls in Korea, OMIN, SGBBA, African Dance Company TAGG
• Organizers: BMC, Assistme, Acadenso

Keynote Speaker:
Ambassador Oh Joon, Chair of Save the Children Korea and former Korean Ambassador to the UN, renowned for his leadership in diplomacy, human rights, and multilateral cooperation.

Advisory Board:

• Ambassador Cho Byung-jae – Secretary-General of the International Conference of Asian Political Parties (ICAPP), former Ambassador of Korea to Malaysia and Myanmar.
• Ambassador Lee Seok-gu – Chairman of the Asia Honors-society Association (AHA), former Ambassador of Korea to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• Dr. Lee Je Hoon – Founder of NetKAL (Network of Korean American Leaders), former Research Associate Professor at the University of Southern California, and former Director of the USC Center for Asian Pacific Leadership Program.

Event Highlights:

• Panels & Seminars: Topics range from “How to Work in Korea Professionally” and “3 Strategic Moves to Land a Job in 2025” to industry-specific sessions in tech, fashion, medical tourism, and K-beauty.
• Diverse Speakers: Professionals from over 20 countries including the U.S., Singapore, India, France, Uzbekistan, Ecuador, Kazakhstan, and China.
• Networking Hub: A platform for 1,000 foreign students and professionals to connect with 500 corporate representatives, embassies, and universities.
• Sponsor Sessions: Leading companies will present career opportunities, products, and services tailored for the global talent community in Korea.
• Cultural Performances & Influencer Sessions: Showcasing cross-cultural exchange, creativity, and career inspiration.

Industry Panels – Learn from 40 Expat Professionals Building Careers in Korea

This year’s Exprive Career Exchange will feature 8 panel discussions led by international professionals who have built their careers in Korea. They will share personal stories, practical tips, and industry insights to help you succeed in Korea’s job market.

8 Panel Topics:

"Beyond the Degree: Building a Global Career in Korea after Your MBA" – How MBA graduates found career success in Korea’s top companies.

"Tech Without Borders: Foreigners Leading Innovation in Korea” – Driving innovation in Korea’s tech scene.

"Expats Redefining Korea’s Style Scene: From Runway to Retail" – How global talent is shaping Korea’s style trends.

"Creating Culture: Expats Shaping Korea’s Creative Landscape" – Making an impact in Korea’s art, beauty, and entertainment industries.

"Global Patients, Global Professionals: Inside Korea’s Medical Tourism Industry" – Inside Korea’s growing medical tourism sector.

"Expats Behind the K-Beauty Boom: From Content to Corporate" – The global talent powering K-beauty brands.

"Who’s Coming to Korea? Travel, Hospitality, and Global Content Creation" – Attracting and guiding visitors to Korea.

"Tasting Success: How Foreigners Built Their Food Brands in Korea" – Building food and beverage brands in Korea.

Each panel includes short talks and Q&A, so you can hear real experiences and get answers to your own career questions.

Following the momentum of the April 2025 inaugural conference — which drew 300 attendees, major media coverage (Money Today, AJU Daily, The K-Beauty Science), and high-profile diplomatic participation — this second edition aims to break barriers for foreign talent and enhance diversity in Korea’s workforce.
 

Free Registration (by September 31, 2025): 
https://www.exprive.com/collabs/exprive-cx-rsvp

EXPRIVE Cx II

Saturday, September 6, 2025
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
@Sangsang Planet, Seongsu-dong, Seoul
www.exprive.com
Instagram: @exprivenow  @expriveeats  @exprive.medical

Media Contact
Min Baek
📞 +82-10-9050-8301
📧 [email protected]

Here’s the press coverage from our very first Exprive Career Exchange event:
https://www.exprive.com/press/exprive-cx-foreign-job-seekers