IMPACTs

More information regarding IMPACTs 2026 will be announced in Fall 2025!

IMPACTs (Industry Meetup Program for Advancing Careers & Technical Skills) Conference

Hosted by KSEA, IMPACTs equips Korean‑American professionals in industry and students transitioning into the workforce with critical career-building tools. Through interactive workshops, expert panels, and mentorship sessions, the conference focuses on soft-skill development, leadership, personal branding, and strategic career advancement—empowering participants to drive their own impact in the corporate world.

Who Should Attend:
Early- to mid-career professionals in science, technology, engineering, and related fields, as well as graduate and undergraduate students preparing to enter industry, who want to strengthen leadership soft skills, network across sectors, and strategically shape their career pathways .

Spotlight: IMPACTs 2025

• Dates & Venue: Held March 28–30, 2025 at Harrah’s Las Vegas

• Theme: “AI Empowered: Transforming Careers Through Technology”—focusing on AI’s role in reshaping workflows, expanding access for non-technical professionals, and promoting ethical, strategic adoption.

• Attendees: ~126 professionals, mentors, and participants, including ~200 industry professionals and students.

• Program Highlights:

  • Hands‑on AI skill workshops (e.g. prompt engineering, data privacy & ethics).

  • Panels on AI implementation across sectors, leadership navigation, and corporate mobility.

  • Mentorship roundtables, networking receptions & post‑event peer meetups.

• Keynotes & Speakers: Sessions on fintech insights, leadership strategies, and AI ethics 

• Support & Sponsors: Funded by KSEA, with corporate sponsorship (OKA, KUSCO, Prompt Factory, Friends of Ygnite, Studio B, and individual backers).

Why IMPACTs Matters:

• It bridges the gap between strong technical credentials and career leadership through tailored soft‑skills training.

• It encourages branching beyond academia and building personal brand and corporate navigation strategies.

• It facilitates a vibrant peer network of current and future leaders in STEM industries.

How to Participate:

• Applications for IMPACTs 2026 will open in Fall 2025. Early submission is encouraged—limited spots and scholarships available.

• For inquiries, contact ksea.impacts@gmail.com