Nationwide SME Networking Event "2025 SME Convergence Expo" to Be Held

Daejeon Convention Center, November 4-5
Over 200 Booths Showcasing Innovative Products

Photo by Daejeon City

The "2025 SME Convergence Expo," a nationwide networking event for small and medium-sized enterprises, will be held at the Daejeon Convention Center (DCC) from November 4 to 5.

This year’s event features approximately 200 booths, including: an exhibition of innovative products from award-winning companies at the Convergence Expo and outstanding regional enterprises; a showcase of achievements by startup companies; a Daejeon Metropolitan City promotional pavilion (highlighting strategic industries and listed companies); and business consultation booths.

The "Convergence Master Enterprise Pavilion," where visitors can see the collaborative achievements between startups and SMEs at a glance, will also be introduced.

This event, organized by the Korea Federation of SME Convergence and the Daejeon-Sejong-Chungnam Federation of SME Convergence, marks its 12th edition this year. As a traveling event that fosters networking and unity among SMEs nationwide, it was previously held in Ulsan (2022), Incheon (2023), and Gwangju (2024), and this year takes place in Daejeon, a city renowned for science and technology.

The opening ceremony on November 4 was attended by Daejeon Mayor Lee Jangwoo, Vice Minister of SMEs and Startups Noh Yongseok, President of the Korea Federation of SME Convergence Kang Hwansu, President of the Daejeon-Sejong-Chungnam Federation Choi Byungpil, as well as various officials and approximately 1,300 SME representatives.

On November 5, regionally tailored programs such as visits to government-funded research institutes, the Hanbat Walk, and a technology transfer consultation session will allow participants to directly experience Daejeon’s scientific and industrial infrastructure.

In addition, to strengthen business networking, an export consultation meeting with invited overseas buyers will be held simultaneously. Over 100 domestic companies and buyers from more than 40 countries will participate in one-on-one customized business meetings, with tangible trade results anticipated.

Daejeon Mayor Lee Jangwoo stated, "SMEs are the backbone of the Korean economy and the starting point of innovation. I hope this Convergence Expo will serve as a catalyst for expanding collaboration and technological innovation among companies, as well as for creating new markets and jobs."

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