IMM Investment

IMM Investment Corp. is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Seoul, South Korea, established in July 1999. The firm specializes in mezzanine investments and focuses on various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and management buyouts. It allocates capital across different stages of growth, with investments divided among startups, expansion, and mezzanine funding. IMM Investment primarily targets small to medium-sized companies in sectors such as information technology, healthcare, biotechnology, manufacturing, and infrastructure. The firm emphasizes active management involvement and prefers investing in companies with strong credit ratings. Additionally, it has a significant focus on industries such as IT infrastructure, wireless communications, entertainment, and digital hardware. Through its funds, IMM Investment engages in both direct investments and co-investments, aiming to support companies that require capital for growth or restructuring.

JaeChul Byun

Partner and Co-CEO

Hyun-Chan Cho

Managing Partner

Jaeyong Cho

Senior Managing Director

Younghwan Chung

Principal, Growth Capital

Kim Eun

Senior Managing Director

Jeanrok Han

Managing Director

IlBu Joung

CEO, IMM and Co, Chief Investment Officer and Partner

Chul Jung

Managing Director

Chong Kang

Managing Director

Suyoung Kim

Managing Director

Seong Kim

Managing Director and Group Leader

Youngeun Kim

Executive Vice President and Division Head

Meenjoo Kim

Investment Professional

Byung Kim

Senior Managing Director and Division Head

KeumDong Kim

Managing Director

Minjeong Kim

Venture Capitalist

Hyejin Kim

Managing Director

JaeYun Koo

Senior Managing Director and Division Head

Jean Lee

Managing Director

Seung Lee

Partner and Executive Vice President

Young Seok Lee

Vice President

Da Lee

Director

YoungJoon Lee

Co-CEO and Managing Partner

Sunhye Lee

Managing Director

Aleum Lee

Managing Director

Philip Li

Managing Director

Sung Na

Senior Managing Director and Division Head

JinHeum Paek

Senior Managing Director

Young Song

Private Equity Investor

Wonki Yoon

Senior Managing Director and Division Head

Yeojung Moon Ph.D

Senior Managing Director and Division Head

Kwang Na Ph.D

Managing Director

Byeonggyu Kim Ph.D

Managing Director

Jiyun Jung Ph.D

Managing Director

Past deals in Broadcasting

Iyuno-SDI

Venture Round in 2022
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PlayList

Series B in 2021
PlayList is a web drama production company that specializes in creating and distributing dramas and music content through a digital platform. It has gained significant popularity among the 18-24 age demographic with its flagship web series, Love Playlist and A-Teen, which have collectively amassed over 10 million subscribers and 1.3 billion views. The company's focus on engaging and diverse content enables it to captivate a broad audience, particularly within the adult segment, while showcasing quality Korean shows across various genres.

Spoon

Series B in 2019
Spoon is a personal audio broadcasting platform based in Seoul, South Korea, that enables users to share stories, ideas, and music through voice. The platform allows individuals to create personal broadcasts, conduct voice blogs, and share user-generated content, fostering a community where users can connect and engage with one another about real-life issues. By focusing on voice as the primary medium, Spoon offers a comfortable and accessible way for users to communicate and express themselves creatively.

The Beatpacking Company

Series B in 2015
The Beatpacking Company is a prominent provider of ad-supported music streaming services in South Korea, operating through its application called BEAT. This platform offers a social mobile music streaming experience, allowing users to enjoy a diverse range of music tailored to their specific genre preferences. By focusing on mobile devices and smartphones, The Beatpacking Company caters to the growing demand for accessible music streaming, positioning itself as a leader in the South Korean market.
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