Heading abroad this week with students from Sunmoon University as a faculty supervisor for an overseas activity program. I look forward to seeing them grow through new experiences outside the classroom. Wishing us all a safe journey

Netflix Korea's hidden economic impact: 3.3 trillion won invested, 6.9 trillion won in production effects, 28,500 jobs sustained. Input-output analysis shows more capital flows IN than out. Part of broader GVC research in creative industries.넷

Social Problems and Response Plans The June 2025 amendment proposal ignores Regulatory Reform Committee recommendations, violates constitutional principles, contradicts GDPR standards, and threatens to destroy Korea's startup ecosystem through unfair privileges to specialized agencies.

A Quiet Joy: Celebrating a Student's Success

A small token of gratitude from a student brings reflection on the meaningful moments in academic life.

if CJ ENM went up for sale, no domestic buyer could afford it.
Korean conglomerates prioritize electronics & heavy industry over media. Despite Hallyu's global success, media isn't seen as a "core strategic industry" here.
We export great content but don't value our own media sector.

As I listen to singer Kim Sung-ho's reflections... There's something fascinating about how those songs have transformed - the fervent yet immature love of youth that they once captured now resonates as lyrical, sentimental melodies.

Appointed as Policy Advisor to Floor Leader Kim Byung-kee

I'm honored to have been appointed as an advisor to Floor Leader Kim Byung-kee of the Democratic Party of Korea, where I'll provide counsel on legislative matters advancing Korea's media industry.

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KABTS Conference Presentation: Media Financing, Digital Inequality, and the Future of OTT Markets Presented three research studies on sustainable media ecosystem financing, Korea-US OTT switching behavior, and digital inequality in media usage at the 2025 KABTS Fall Conference.

End of fall. Streets covered in leaves—makes you realize the season's really changing.

Business professor researching media policy & streaming services in Korea. Published in journals, contribute to policy debates.

Cofounder of OpenRoute.

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My first year as a tenured professor. I'm building a 'Digital Service Research Community' from the ground up. The mission: unite academia and industry for practical, real-world impact.

I've had a change of perspective, and I'm preparing for a new chapter. Let's approach this slowly and thoughtfully.