Hanaro Podcast: Seoul to Silicon Valley - Korean American Trailblazers

Hanaro Podcast: Seoul to Silicon Valley - Korean American Trailblazers

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  • E3: Anna Lee (Founder of Lioness)

    In this episode, we sit down with Anna Lee, the founder and CEO of Lioness, a groundbreaking sexual wellness company known for creating the first smart vibrator.

    Anna shares her journey from a Korean conservative upbringing to pioneering advancements in the sexual wellness space. She discusses the importance of representation, the intricate relationships between sexual and overall health, and the challenges of navigating cultural and Korean familial expectations.

    Tune in to learn about her innovative approach to sexual wellness, the personal journey that drives her mission, and the future aspirations of Lioness.

    00:00 A Surprise Visit

    00:24 Introducing Anna Lee and Lioness
    00:53 Early Life and Upbringing
    03:07 Pursuing Engineering and Career Choices
    04:07 Starting the Lioness Journey
    05:11 Creative Hobbies and Tinkering
    06:08 Representation in Sexual Wellness
    09:20 The Importance of Sexual Wellness
    12:56 Innovating with Lioness
    16:15 Future of Lioness
    17:30 Mother-Daughter Bond
    22:46 Balancing Heritage and Identity
    26:05 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    29 min
  • E2: Jean Smart (Founder of Penelope)

    Jean Smart, a Korean immigrant and former Global Executive on Wall Street, shares the journey that led her to become the founder she is today. In this episode, she discusses the pivotal experiences that shaped her career and how she's making retirement benefits more accessible for small and micro businesses through Penelope. Enjoy!

    27 min
  • E1: Sungjoon Cho (Founder of Foritude Ventures)

    Sungjoon Cho stands at the forefront of cross-boarder investing having previously been the General Partner at D20 Capital. In this episode, he shares more about his new fund, Fortitude Ventures, and his experience as an emerging manager.

    Enjoy

    36 min

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Embark on the journeys of Korean American investors, founders, and venture capitalists as they navigate and shape the dynamic landscapes of the industry.