Hanaro Podcast: Seoul to Silicon Valley - Korean American Trailblazers

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

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!

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