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Hyeonsuk L.

Hyeonsuk L.

Korean Market Entry & Business Communication Specialist | EN-KR

I help global companies successfully enter and operate in the Korean market through high-level interpretation and strategic business communication. With over 14 years of experience across government agencies, NGOs, and private companies, I specialize in facilitating critical conversations between international clients and Korean partners — ensuring not just accurate translation, but real business outcomes. I hold a Master’s degree in International Affairs from a leading graduate school in the Greater Boston area, along with undergraduate degrees in Computer Science and International Business Management. My interdisciplinary background allows me to effectively support projects across business, technology, and policy environments. I have worked with global corporations, startups, government organizations, and media, and have appeared in English-language TV and radio interviews. I have also delivered lectures at institutions including Harvard, Stanford, and Cornell, demonstrating my ability to communicate complex ideas clearly across cultures. 💰 What I Do ✔ Business meetings & negotiation interpretation ✔ Korea market entry support (meetings, partner communication, strategy) ✔ Investor meetings / IR pitch interpretation ✔ IT / SaaS / semiconductor / startup communication ✔ Medical & professional consultation interpretation ✔ Localization (websites, apps, content) ✔ Market research & trend analysis 👉 I don’t just interpret — I help you communicate effectively and close deals in Korea. 📊 Selected Experience Interpreted business meetings between Korean companies and global partners in industries such as oil & gas, IT, semiconductors, and media Supported international forums including the Korea–Sweden Technical Knowledge Forum (technical & industrial interpretation) Worked with global content companies, influencers, and broadcasters, including Arirang TV Interpreted medical consultations and lectures at Seoul National University Hospital Supported international schools, including Chadwick International School (Incheon) and North London Collegiate School (Jeju) Interpreted government-related events and global webinars 🌍 Industries IT / SaaS / AI Manufacturing / Trade / Supply Chain Investment / Startups / VC Medical / Healthcare Media / Content 🔥 Why Clients Hire Me ✔ Business-focused interpretation (not just language) ✔ Deep understanding of Korean market & culture ✔ Proven experience with global clients ✔ Strong communication in high-stakes environments ➕ Additional Support I also run a private interpretation network and can arrange multi-language interpreters for larger or multi-country projects.

🇰🇷Seoul, South Korea$60/hr100% JSS4.06 (24)Since Dec 2018
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Earnings and projects

MRR
$0

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#198,489 / 412k
🇰🇷Country#266 / 676
Revenue, last 30 days
$0
Total earnings
$9.8k

Billed in all: $9.8k

World#198,489 / 412k
🇰🇷Country#266 / 676
Per project
$325
Projects, last 6 months
0
World#209,857 / 412k
🇰🇷Country#381 / 676
Projects in all
30

Across 38 contracts

74% fixed26% hourly
World#97,488 / 412k
🇰🇷Country#121 / 676

Earnings, last 30 days

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