UNIST Holdings Co., Ltd., the technology commercialization and investment arm of UNIST, officially opened its Seoul office at TIPS Tower S1 in Gangnam on December 4, 2025.
The new office marks an important step toward helping regional deep tech startups from Korea’s southeastern region gain direct access to the Seoul metropolitan area—where early-stage capital, venture networks, and strategic partners are concentrated. It is expected to serve as a vital base for scaling promising companies and accelerating their growth.
The opening of this Seoul office also marks the starting point of a more connected flow between technology and capital, where innovation developed in the region can find opportunities in Seoul, and where the resulting growth returns value to the region.
Despite UNIST and the Ulsan Metropolitan City having strong research capabilities and a robust manufacturing foundation, securing the necessary funding for growth has been challenging, which tends to concentrate in Seoul. Thus, the new office aims to address this gap, providing a critical link to unlock full potential.
The launch comes amid recent achievements. UNIST Holdings has recently been designated as the final general partner (GP) for the Korea Fund of Funds (KFoF), dedicated to public technology commercialization, securing KRW 12 billion in funding. Additionally, it was named as a new operator for the 2025 TIPS by the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) of Korea. These initiatives are central to supporting promising startups from early stages through to successful exit.
The UNIST Holdings currently manages KRW 23.2 Billion in assets under management (AUM) and aims to expand this to over KRW 100 billon by 2028, strengthening its position as one of Korea’s leading deep tech investment firm.
President Chong Rae Park is deliveringa congratulatory remark at the grand opening of UNIST Holdings’ Seoul office.
More than 100 guests attended the grand opening, including UNIST President Chong Rae Park, President Jong Phil Yoo of the Korea Institute of Startup and Entrepreneurship Development (KISED), President Min Sik Cho of the Korea Business Angels Association (KBAA), and Executive Vice President Jun Hee Lee of Korea Venture Capital Association (KVCA). The event brought together regional innovators and Seoul-based investment leaders in one place.
UNIST President Chong Rae Park remarked, “The Seoul office will serve as a platform where UNIST’s scientific and technological advancements can translate into entrepreneurial ventures and industrial innovation. By combining deep-tech expertise, regional manufacturing strengths, and Seoul’s investment networks, we anticipate the emergence of global unicorns.”
KISED President Jong Phil Yoo added, “This new facility will provide a one-stop support system covering everything from R&D to commercialization and investment, fostering a sustainable and thriving startup ecosystem. Together with UNIST Holdings, we aim to drive an innovative venture boom built on lasting entrepreneurial success.”
Director Tae-kyu Han of UNIST Holdings, emphasized, “Helping deep tech companies navigate their most challenging phase—the Valley of Death—requires a comprehensive support framework. Our value-up strategy will ensure continuous growth at every stage of a company’s development.”
