Thoughts on Korean Business by Don Southerton

Hotel architect Bill Swank opens Chaebol to West through trustworthy management Many thanks to the Korea Herald and reporter Elaine Ramirez for publishing the article. See link  http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20130729000587 Korea Herald July 29, 2013  By Don Southerton By the mid-1970s, Hyundai Group, Korea’s leading industrial conglomerate, was expanding their construction and engineering efforts to international projects. With new Middle East projects such as the Arab Shipbuilding & Repair Yard and the Diplomatic Hotel, both in Bahrain, and the Jubail Industrial Harbor project in Saudi Arabia, Hyundai’s construction division needed additional technical support. In particular, there was a need for an in-house Western architect ― and one with experience in luxury hotel project management. They would turn to American architect Bill Swank, Sr. Swank’s career within Hyundai closely parallels the rise of the conglomerate outside Korea and demonstrates hi...

Italian fare with a Korean twist--Brand Plans Expansion into US Market FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Denver – (July 16, 2013) Mad For Garlic, one of Korea's most popular restaurant chains, has announced plans to bring its handcrafted artisanal Italian cuisine into the US and North American markets. In recent years, South Korea has become well known for its remarkable economic growth and a cultural trend called ‘Korean Wave”, with Korean cultural exports and innovations in film, music and cuisine popular worldwide. Originated in Korea in 2001, Mad for Garlic’s creative preparation method of removing the garlic’s pungent smell and unique way of cooking Italian cuisine with a Korean twist have won the hearts of both garlic and non-garlic lovers. Mad For Garlic is known for its unique and innovative menu with garlic-specialized Italian cuisine served in an atmosphere of medieval European rustic tavern. “Mad For Garlic is now ready to expand our base of operations to...