Rediscovering the Value of Gumi ... Becoming a Business

Implementation of the 2023 Si Local Creator Development Project

Recruiting Participants for the 'Regional Resource Discovery Team' Until March 8

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Dongguk Lee] Gumi City (Mayor Kim Jang-ho) is implementing the ‘Gumi City Local Creator Development Project’ to revitalize neighborhood commercial districts by connecting local resources in the Gumi area.

Recruitment Poster for Gumi City Local Creator Development Support Project Discovery Team.

The city plans to discover and nurture creative small business owners called ‘Local Creators’ by integrating local resources (culture, tourism, specialties, industry, etc.) into business models starting this year, aiming to strengthen the capabilities of small business owners, revitalize the local economy, and expand entrepreneurial opportunities for local youth.

As a preliminary step for nurturing these Local Creators, the city is recruiting and operating the ‘Gumi City Local Resource Discovery Team’ for participants interested in discovering local resources in Gumi or developing business items by utilizing these resources.

Recruitment is open to all citizens interested in discovering local resources in Gumi or developing business items using these resources. Selected team members will receive activity expenses (up to 500,000 KRW) and various programs such as cultural and artistic performances, tourism resource discovery experiences, and entrepreneurship experience programs.

In the future, it will be possible to apply in connection with Local Creator commercialization funds (up to 25 million KRW) support and activation programs.

Recruitment announcements and detailed information can be found on the city’s website and the Gumi Electronics Information Technology Institute website. Participation is possible through online application on the online application site until March 8. (Inquiries: Gumi Electronics Information Technology Institute contact person)

Local Creator is a compound word of local and creator, referring to entrepreneurs who create new business value by applying innovative ideas to local specialties, culture, natural environment, and various infrastructures.

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