ABOUT THE KOREAN STARTUP SPOTLIGHT
Refraction is pleased to welcome SID Partners and their delegation of eight Korean startups to Northern Virginia.
This networking session will highlight Korea’s next generation of technology innovators and foster meaningful dialogue between visiting founders and the regional startup community.
Attendees can expect an engaging evening of founder presentations, light refreshments, and open networking with members of Northern Virginia’s thriving tech ecosystem.
PARTICIPATING STARTUPS
- ieumBio (biotechnology products designed to enhance research and development in life sciences)
- Pharos Marine (Electric propulsion system for small and mid-sized ships)
- Volton (Self-heating battery pack for industrial use)
- Market of Material (AI-powered steel trading and supply chain platform)
- Maida (AI-based fitness and posture analytics for gyms)
- Quantize Labs (AI-curated short-term rental management platform)
- Skyed (Image-based AI drone systems for military and defense use)
- Korea BTS (Smart cleaning robots using physical AI and battery technology)
WHY ATTEND?
- Learn about Korea’s next wave of tech innovation — from AI to energy and robotics
Meet the SID Partners team and connect with visiting Korea-based founders
Share local market insights and explore potential collaborations
Network with fellow founders, investors, and ecosystem partners
Enjoy an informal networking reception following the program
DISCOVER WHAT'S NEXT
Join Refraction and SID Partners for this international innovation exchange, connecting Korea’s most promising startups with the Northern Virginia innovation community.
