ABOUT
Korea Investment Accelerator aims to become Asia's leading startup sherpa through purposeful investments that move the world forward.
Background
Founded in December 2021, Korea Investment Accelerator (KIAC) is a startup planner that provides early-stage investment and acceleration programs to startups struggling with funding and growth.

We were established to generate social value and make a positive impact through finance, in line with our ESG management philosophy. Through investments, incubation centers, and growth support programs, we contribute to revitalizing the youth startup ecosystem and aim to become the best investment and growth partner by creating synergy with affiliates of Korea Investment Holdings.

KIAC pursues both profitability and public value — supporting youth entrepreneurship and sustainable growth, fostering eco-friendly companies to combat the climate crisis, advancing the bio industry to improve quality of life, and investing in business models that address social problems through technology.
VISION
To become Asia's leading startup sherpa through principled and impactful investments that make the world better.
MISSION
We are building a sustainable, practical, and structured growth platform that enables early-stage startups within the Korea Investment Group to grow into unicorns.
2025-07
Establishment of Korea Investment “Barun Donghaeng Sherpa Fund IV”
(₩15 billion)
2025-05
Launch of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 7th Cohort Acceleration Program
(Invested ₩2.1 billion in 9 startups)
2024-08
Operation of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 6th Cohort Program
(Invested ₩2.25 billion in 9 startups.)
2024-06
Establishment of Korea Investment “Barun Donghaeng Sherpa Fund III”
(₩15 billion)
2024-03
Operation of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 5th Cohort Program
(Invested ₩1.7 billion in 8 startups)
2023-09
Operation of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 4th Cohort Program
(Invested ₩1.3 billion in 7 startups)
2023-06
Establishment of Korea Investment “Barun Donghaeng Sherpa Fund II”
(₩15 billion)
2023-05
Operation of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 3rd Cohort Program
(Invested ₩1.9 billion in 11startups)
2023-05
Operated Open Innovation Program with SBS Foundation / Selected for 2023 K-Global Accelerator Program (Ministry of Science & ICT)
2023-04
Selected as a TIPS Operator (Tech Incubator Program for Startups)
2023-01
Operation of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 2nd Cohort Program
(Invested ₩3.9 billion in 23 startups)
2022-05
Operation of Dream Challenger (Barun Donghaeng) 1st Cohort Program
(Invested ₩1.1 billion in 16 startups.)
2022-04
Selected for 2022 K-Global Accelerator Program (Ministry of Science & ICT)
2022-03
stablishment of Korea Investment “Barun Donghaeng Sherpa Fund I”
(₩15 billion)
2022-01
Korea Investment Accelerator Inc. officially founded and registered as a certified accelerator.
2021-12
Board approval for the establishment of a new subsidiary, Korea Investment Accelerator (Inc.) under Korea Investment Holdings.
Official incorporation of Korea Investment Accelerator, Ltd.
2021-04
Launch of the Social Contribution Task Force (TFT) under Korea Investment Holdings — the initiative that laid the foundation for Korea Investment Accelerator.
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CONTACT
Address
(06182) 4F, 557 Yeoksam-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Jenistar Tower, Daechi-dong)
Parking is limited, so please contact us in advance if you plan to visit by car.
e-mail
[email protected]
inquiries
+82-02-6356-1400
Operating Hours
3F: Open year-round
4F: Mon–Fri, 9:00–18:00
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