AREAA Korea Trade Mission September 15-21 Seoul, Korea SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS
2018 AREAA South Korea Trade Mission September 15-21 Seoul, Korea Organized by the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA), the largest real estate trade organization in North America supporting the sustainable homeownership of all Asian American communities. Expand Your Global Reach With AREAA in Seoul, Korea. Join AREAA on a Trade Mission to Seoul Korea from June 15-21, 2018 Korea Trade Mission to Seoul is organized in partnership with: Sponsor (LOGO) Sponsor (LOGO)
Dear Global Real Estate Leader: I am pleased to invite you to join us for the upcoming South Korea Trade Mission to Seoul on Sept 15th 21st, 2018, an impressive access to one of Asia s most dynamic markets. South Korea has a market economy that ranks 11th in the world. As one of the fastest growing markets demonstrating incredible economic growth over the past four decades, South Korea leads as an innovator of global integration becoming a high-tech industrialized economy with $1.8 trillion USD in Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreement went into affect on June 12, 2015 by the National Korea Real Estate Association is expected to be a valuable tool for establishing a firm partnership between the two global organizations. By positioning AREAA as the gateway to Asian American real estate communities, the Trade Mission will bring together private and institutional investors from South Korea to explore business and real estate investment opportunities in North America. Recognizing the tremendous potential for expanding US-South Korea investment ties, AREAA will bring together high-caliber business and government leaders to set the stage of marketing and sales efforts between the South Korea and US businesses. This year s Trade Mission will include lively networking events that will connect AREAA members and partners with top level corporate and government leaders. The event will include the Realty Expo Korea investment forum from September 19th 21st, where AREAA members will participate in one-to-one business matchmaking and investor round table catering to global real estate leaders. Participants will enjoy more than 8,000 exhibitor showcases offering in excess of 1,000 properties and investment opportunities in East Asia. As planning Chair, I ve made it my priority to make AREAA the premier gateway for inbound and outbound investment opportunities with our South Korean counterparts. You are warmly invited to accompany me on this important mission. You will be part of the effort to create more real estate investment opportunities through the promotion of business trade. Sincerely, Young Ahn Planning Chair South Korea Trade Mission
Facts about South Korea (Republic of Korea) Forbes ranks South Korea as #33 best countries for business In 2004, South Korea joined the trillion-dollar club of world economies For 50 years, South Korea s economy has grown by an average of 7% annually First Asian country to host a Group of Twenty (G20) summit discussing international economic cooperation and decision making. G20 members represent around 85% of global gross domestic product, over 75%of global trade, and 2/3 of the world s population South Korea s total population is 50.4 million In 2013, South Korea had the most investment made in U.S. from Asia. 2016 Index of Economic Freedom ranks South Korea as 27th globally and 7th in the Asia-Pacific region
Mission Itinerary* Sat, Sept 15th Sun, Sept 16th Mon, Sept 17th Tues, Sept 18th Wed, Sept 19th Thurs, Sept 20th Fri, Sept 21st 8 am at Korea Study Abroad & Emigration Fair 8 am at Korea Study Abroad & Emigration Fair Project Tour, Lotte World Tower U.S. Real Estate Investment Forum 1 Cocktail Reception U.S. Korea R.E. Exchange with KAR Networking Lunch Project Tour At Realty Expo Korea Country Briefing by K-Reits staff Cocktail Reception At Realty Expo Korea Seminars, Networking, and Consulting Sightseeing/Free time DMZ; Demilitarized zone tour At Realty Expo Korea Seminars, Networking, and Consulting Cocktail Reception ***From Sept 12 to 14*** Optional tour of the Jeju Island Projects: Jeju island is designated by UNESCO as a World s Natural Heritage Site*** *Program & Sponsorship subject to change
Opportunities for US Real Estate Partners With a population of 50.4 million, South Korea is the 11th largest economy in the world today. During the last decade, South Korea adopted various economic reforms following the Asian financial crisis, including greater openness to foreign investment and imports. With a steady growth of 4% GDP annually, the South Korean market presents unbounded opportunities for U.S. companies. The constant and rapid growth of the South Korean economy paired with the increasing demand of US real estate investment opportunities is expected to generate new inbound and outbound opportunities for AREAA members seeking benefits from the rising market conditions. As a part of our sponsor-partner package, participants will have the opportunity to take advantage of the unparalleled marketing and sales effort agreement services provided by AREAA. We will coordinate all the one-to-one appointments as our participants offers a variety of products and services designed to facilitate real estate investment opportunities. Option 1. Arirang Partner $15,000 Package includes: AREAA will preschedule one-on-one appointments with pre-qualified U.S. real estate organizations that have expressed an interest in your company s products/services. AND Two (2) complimentary mission participation fees Full-page color ad in the Trade Mission Directory (rear-back page) Company listing with representative s photo & bio in Trade Mission Directory Targeted promotional campaign throughout to attract prospects Admission to all Trade Mission networking events, including lunches and receptions Country briefing by U.S. Embassy official Premier Access to Realty Expo Korea Global Real Estate event Speaking opportunity at US Real Estate Investment Forum garnering significant exposure for your business including media interviews and visibility for your organization Network and special introductions at the KTM events with the most prominent South Korean government officials, real estate leaders and business executives. Ground transportation in country to all official mission events, originating at the official mission hotels. *Program & Sponsorship subject to change
Opportunities for US Real Estate Partners Option 2. Platinum Partner $10,000 Package includes: One (1) complimentary mission participation fees Full-page color ad in the Trade Mission Directory Company listing with representative s photo & bio in Trade Mission Directory Targeted promotional campaign throughout to attract prospects Admission to all Trade Mission networking events, including lunches and receptions Country briefing by U.S. Embassy official Premier Access to Realty Expo Korea Global Real Estate event Speaking opportunity at US Real Estate Investment Forum garnering significant exposure for your business including media interviews and visibility for your organization Network and special introductions at the KTM events with the most prominent South Korean government officials, real estate leaders and business executives. Ground transportation in country to all official mission events, originating at the official mission hotels Option 3. Gold Partner $5,000 Package includes: Half-page ad in the Trade Mission Directory Company listing with representative s photo & bio in Trade Mission Directory Targeted promotional campaign throughout to attract prospects Admission to all Trade Mission networking events, including lunches and receptions Country briefing by U.S. Embassy official Access to CityScape Korea Global Real Estate event Speaking opportunity at US Real Estate Investment Forum garnering significant exposure for your business including media interviews and visibility for your organization Ground transportation in country to all official mission events, originating at the official mission hotels *Program & Sponsorship subject to change
Trade Mission Registration Register at www.areaa.org/koreatrademission Registration will not be considered final until ALL event & travel registration forms and payment have been received. Travel Arrangements AREAA has contracted the services of an independent travel agency, to coordinate all ground transportation for this event. For additional guidance, please contact Young Ahn: 626-688-7844, Peter Park: 323-810-1565 Estimated Travel Costs Main Hotel (Intercontinental) approx. $210 per night, including breakfast and tax, single occupancy RT Airfare from LAX approx. $1,100 CANCELLATIONS No Cancellation accepted. *Program & Sponsorship subject to change