Akane is the Director and Head of Asia Region for Global Marketing at Japan Airlines. She leads a multicultural team, overseeing digital strategy, global SNS, and regional marketing across Asia. Specializing in data-driven strategies, she connects JAL’s global brand vision with local market needs. She believes travel broadens horizons and is passionate about creating seamless cross-cultural experiences while empowering modern travelers to explore the world.

Sarah is a senior cultural relations leader with the British Council, currently serving as Director Korea since August 2025. She previously led the organization in Myanmar and Malaysia and held roles across India and China (Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing). Since joining the British Council in Italy in the late 1990s, Sarah has built deep expertise in UK–Asia relations, working closely with young people through initiatives in arts, education, and the English language.

Jiwoo Kim, also known as "Gurunim" (Rolling Guru), is a content creator and author whose work is deeply rooted in her disability identity. As her nickname suggests, she shares her authentic life as a wheelchair user in South Korea, while also authoring books that explore intersectionality and accessible tourism.

Jay is the founder of Maisonje, a premium backpack brand focused on functional, design driven backpacks and accessories for modern professionals. She has lived in five different countries, developing a deep understanding of mobility driven lifestyles shaped by public transport, cycling, and constant movement. Inspired by this experience, she created Maisonje to offer stylish yet practical bags that support women balancing business, travel, and everyday life, empowering them to move confidently.

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Gaëlle is a travel content creator, a professional social media freelancer and a digital nomad but mostly a passionate solo traveler, Gaëlle lives at the pace of the creative world. Driven from a young age by a thirst for travel, she embarked on her adventure while still a young traveler. Since then, solo travel has become a way for her to meet kindred spirits around the world, immerse herself in diverse cultures, and enjoy the beauty of new experiences.

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Based in the heart of Seoul, Swedish creator KhayJ has built a platform centered on the art of human connection and adventurous living. Whether she’s performing on stage or navigating a new city, her focus is always on breaking down social barriers and embracing the unknown. In this workshop, she shares her unique toolkit for traveling with unapologetic confidence, showing you how to step out of your comfort zone and into the world.

Having traveled solo to over 40 countries since her university days, Hyojeong Kim experienced firsthand the unique challenges of safety and loneliness faced by female travelers. Driven by the defiant question, "Why is solo female travel still perceived only as a risk?" she founded Nomadher while studying in Paris. Today, she leads a global movement to ensure every woman can explore the world with confidence and connection.

Joanne is a resilient solo traveler and creator who navigates the world with courage, despite facing severe food allergies that make every meal a challenge. By sharing her raw, unfiltered journey of overcoming these obstacles, she empowers others to step out of their comfort zones and explore the world without fear.

Yesom is the visionary founder and designer behind NiUl, a pioneering brand that breathes new life into discarded materials through exquisite upcycled items. With a keen eye for sustainable aesthetics, she transforms industrial waste into wearable art, proving that eco-friendly fashion can be both sophisticated and timeless. Her leadership is redefining the jewelry industry by harmonizing environmental responsibility with modern design.

Raised abroad with a global perspective, Yeokyung Son is the visionary founder of Waikiki Hula Club. She has cultivated a vibrant community in Korea, bridging her international roots with the soulful art of Hula to inspire a new generation of dancers.

A six-language-speaking global founder and 9-year growth-driven CEO, building Korea’s largest expat community platform, scaling a government-backed AI-powered expat ecosystem, and generating ₩900M+ in annual revenue while mastering systems and delegation for global expansion.

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A global nomad and former education entrepreneur with 20 years of experience, Yumi Choi redefined her life after surviving gastric cancer in New York. Turning this adversity into a calling, she dived into the F&B world to create muBeans, a botanical fiber-based coffee alternative launching this May. As a mother of three and a bold pioneer, she now shares her radiant journey to empower global women carving their own paths.

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A seasoned expert in smart cities and urban sustainability, Jeonghyun Cho founded Hoppers to redefine the future of work. Having long advised on how cities should function, she now addresses the post-pandemic shift toward remote work by exploring the fundamental question: 'Where and how should we truly work?

Leveraging 12 years of expertise at Nexon Korea, Jeklin Kim founded GemGem Therapeutics to transform the daily lives of children with developmental delays. Her mission is simple yet profound: using technology to ensure every child and parent can continue therapy with a smile, right from the comfort of home.

Trusted by 100K+ travelers, Antje is a premier voice in Korean travel, turning local secrets into global inspiration. From hidden gems to cultural deep-dives, Antje bridges the gap between Korea and the world as your ultimate local guide in Korea.

Elaina Yoon is the founder of Books by the Beach (BBB), an all-English reading society built for intellectuals who want to think critically, engage deeply, and connect joyfully. She creates spaces where ideas spark, voices rise, and readers leave more confident than when they walked in.