FAQ
General
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SK is the second largest asset-based conglomerate in Korea with the business focus on Petroleum/gas, ICT/semiconductor, and Logistics/Services.
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Based on our founder's philosophy of giving back to the society, we are providing a fellowship program that is completely free for startups to join. We hope that such a program can help and accelerate the growth of the society.
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Nothing. We kindly ask our Alumni startups to contribute back by becoming mentors and share their success stories.
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Mostly likely not! Although our main focus will be on post seed early stage startups, we are open to more advanced startups for our program.
SK Fellowship Program
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We are all about creating a better community based on companionship. Through our fellowship program, we believe that we can build a strong and long-lasting community.
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We plan to understand the needs of each startup through regular meetups. So that Instead of providing a one-set program for all startups, we can provide a customized program through our in-kind support.
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All 12 selected startups will receive $16K with the top 4 selected teams receiving additional $34K.
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Grant will be in the form of cash and in-kinds combined. The exact cash amount can vary depending on the amount of in-kind.
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We look for post-seed early stage startups that possibly generate some revenue.
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Yes, as long as the startup is targeting the Vietnamese market and is incorporated in Vietnam.
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We fully understand that each startup is busy in growing their business; therefore, we manage the required time to be minimal. The only attendence required would be the orientation, educational session, year-end party, and the final pitch in Ho Chi Minh.
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Yes you can. However, a few of our mentors and potential investors are not Vietnamese friendly. So it would be helpful to have someone on your team to be English friendly.
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Not through the website but you can directly contact us at team@skstartupfellowship.vn and provide the update.