Hello 82 Startup Community! This week, we have 1 founder pitch, 2 roles, and 4 networking events. As always, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to Grace Kim (grace@sazze.vc). You can always check out UKF’s most current events here.
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Immigration Attorney at DLG Law Corp.
Focus: legal
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a wide-ranging caseload of non-immigrant visas, specifically E-1/E-2, H-1B, J-1, L-1, O-1, and TN.
Oversee employment-based immigrant visa petitions (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3)
Provide strategic counsel to Korean companies and entrepreneurs establishing a foothold in the U.S. market.
Qualifications:
J.D. and active California Bar membership in good standing required.
3+ years of intensive experience in business and investment-based immigration.
Link to Apply: Please submit your Resume (English) and a brief introductory note to: contact@dlbridgelaw.com. In your application, please specify the position you are applying for and your preferred weekly hours.
Contact: Kate Bae (kate.bae@dlg.lawyer)
Corporate Attorney at DLG Law Corp.
Focus: legal
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Key Responsibilities:
Advise on entity formation (C-Corp, LLC) and corporate ownership design, including overseas “flip” procedures.
Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements and conduct legal due diligence.
Prepare essential corporate documents and advise on U.S. labor law (employment/termination).
Qualifications:
J.D. and active California Bar membership in good standing required.
3+ years of experience in corporate law, focusing on startups, venture capital, or M&A.
Link to Apply: Please submit your Resume (English) and a brief introductory note to: contact@dlbridgelaw.com. In your application, please specify the position you are applying for and your preferred weekly hours.
Contact: Kate Bae (kate.bae@dlg.lawyer)
📅 Asian to Global in Silicon Valley
When: 2026. 5. 22. (Friday) 2-8 PM PT
Where: Plug & Play (Sunnyvale, CA)
What:
Keynote: A2G Point of View on Geopolitical Alpha from Asia to GlobalSpecial Session with Google Cloud featuring Uday Ghatikar (Field CTO)
In-depth sessions on The AI-Driven Workplace from Musinsa & SkillBench and Vertical AIs from NC Soft & SearchDoc and AI Infra, Chips and Energy from Viologen, Nomadic Drone & HyperAccel
Insights into Defense AI and future technologies with global leaders from Hanwha & Applied Intuitio
Sign up: eventbrite
📅 Startups in Focus: AI Powering our Lives
When: 2026. 05. 21 12:00-7:00 PM
Where: Citi Headquarters (45 Hubert Street, New York)
What: Founders, investors, and tech leaders gather to explore how AI is reshaping the way we live, work, and decide — spotlighting the US-Korea startup corridor and the builders turning emerging technologies into real-world impact. ($20 Coupon: 82Startup20)
📅 Emerging Design Competition Final Pitch
When: 2026. 06. 12 5:00 PM
Where: The Korea Society (350 Madison Avenue, NY New York)
What: We would love to have you join us as a judge for the final round of our 2026 Emerging Design Competition — an inspiring early evening showcasing the next generation of Korean-American and Korean entrepreneurs from colleges and graduate programs across the U.S. Competing teams will pitch innovative startup concepts leveraging emerging technologies, with prizes of $5,000, $3,000, and $1,000 for the top three teams. Light refreshments and networking to follow
📅 Bio International & Korea Night
When: 2026. 06. 22 6:30-9:30 PM
Where: Indigo DH, Hilton San Diego Bayfront
What: Join Korea Night during BIO International Convention 2026 for an Exclusive Networking Event! Connect with the global biotech community and explore collaboration opportunities at our Korea Night networking event during BIO 2026.
Experience Korea’s Thriving Biotech Ecosystem:
Discover the momentum of Korea’s rapidly growing biotech industry. Engage in meaningful conversations around innovation, global partnerships, and emerging opportunities shaping the future of biotech.
Network with Industry Leaders:
Meet and connect with biotech professionals, investors, and industry experts from around the world. Build valuable relationships, exchange insights, and expand your global network in a relaxed setting with refreshments.
📅 Vivatech 2026 서울통합관
When: 6/17 수요일 - 6/20 토요일
Where: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles Hall 7
What: 유럽 최대 규모의 IT 전시회 ‘VivaTech’ 에서 서울 유망 기업의 글로벌 경쟁력 제고를 위해 ‘VivaTech 2026 서울통합관’에 함께할 우수기업을 모집하고자 하오니 많은 지원 바랍니다.
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