Entrepreneur Portrait: Borahm Cho, Kitchensurfing

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Borahm Cho, originally from Germany and now living the Brooklyn life, co-founded Kitchensurfing in 2012 along with his partner Chris Muscarella. Kitchensurfing connects local chefs with people who want to host a meal in their home for occasions ranging from dinner parties to date nights. Borahm was named one of Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Borahm Cho, Kitchensurfing

Korean Innovation in NYC: Curiosity, Branding, and Compelling Storytelling

In a compelling setting organized by the Korean Trade Promotion Agency (KOTRA), two Korean startups recently shared their success stories of launching and expanding a brand in the US—from frozen yogurt to design award winning watches the stories of these companies provide plenty of learning potential for all aspiring entrepreneurs. Korean showcase #1: 16 Handles… Continue reading Korean Innovation in NYC: Curiosity, Branding, and Compelling Storytelling

The World in NYC: Korea

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Walking through shopping and business districts in midtown Manhattan, you might not expect to stumble upon karaoke bars, Bibimbap hotspots, and grocery stores carrying more types of kimchi than you can count, but that is precisely what you will find on the small stretch called Korea Way – 32nd Street between Fifth Avenue and Broadway – in… Continue reading The World in NYC: Korea