Try Everything 2026: Seoul Unicorn Challenge

About

A competition designed to discover and support promising startups aiming for growth in the Korean market, offering significant financial rewards and opportunities for visibility and networking. Participants will compete for a substantial prize pool and gain access to valuable resources to accelerate their international expansion.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Prize
  A total prize pool of KRW 120,000,000 (approximately USD 82,000) for winners
• 🏆Mayor’s Award
  Winners receive the prestigious Seoul Metropolitan Government Mayor’s Award
• 🎤Pitch Opportunity
  Finalists can pitch their ideas at the Try Everything 2026 main stage
• 🌐Media Exposure
  Access to targeted media and PR support through press releases and promotional channels
• 🤝Networking
  Opportunity for linkage with the Naver Cloud Greenhouse support program to enhance growth

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to startups under 10 years old led by a founder with non-Korean citizenship
• Startups must be seeking growth in the Korean market
• Must submit application before the deadline
• Startups should demonstrate innovation and potential for expansion
• No specific industry restrictions mentioned

Participation Commitments

• Must submit application details through the official link before the deadline
• Finalists must prepare and deliver a pitch at the main event
• Participation in promotional activities as required by the organizers
• Engagement with media and PR opportunities during the challenge

Target Sector

Technology and business innovation

Target Location

Open to international startups looking to enter the Korean market