KT&G Announces Results of Startup Camp for Solving Social Issues

[Asia Economy Reporter Eunmo Koo] KT&G announced on the 10th that it held 'The Debut,' an event presenting the achievements of the 6th cohort participants of the youth startup support program 'KT&G Sangsang Startup Camp,' on the 8th. This camp is a social innovation entrepreneur training program that selects young entrepreneurs aiming to solve social problems through business and provides 14 weeks of practical startup education.

'The Debut' was held at 'KT&G Sangsang Planet,' a youth startup dedicated space established by KT&G in Seongsu-dong, Seoul. Among all the graduating teams, 8 teams pre-selected in advance presented their business models and achievements.

Based on their presentations, KT&G conducted a fair evaluation including business effectiveness and social impact assessment, ultimately selecting 5 outstanding teams. KT&G plans to provide various follow-up support to strengthen the competitiveness of these outstanding teams. KT&G has already offered the benefit of free occupancy in the Sangsang Planet workspace for one year and plans to continue collaboration such as promoting business items and connecting investment attraction.

A KT&G official stated, "We are making continuous efforts for the healthy development of the youth startup ecosystem," and added, "We will continue to carry out various support projects that help young people, the future leaders."

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