Jihoon Rim

Jihoon Rim is an Adjunct Professor at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, where he teaches technology and entrepreneurship to MBA and Executive MBA students. He has been affiliated with NYU Stern since 2019 and also teaches in the TRIUM Global Executive MBA program, a collaboration between NYU Stern, the London School of Economics, and HEC Paris. He previously served as a full-time Visiting Professor of Management Practice and as Executive-in-Residence at the Fubon Center for Technology, Business and Innovation.

Education:

• DBA, Baruch College, Zicklin School of Business, CUNY (2022)
• B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) (2004)

Professor Rim’s research and teaching focus on technology-driven entrepreneurship and innovation. His expertise spans venture capital, startup scaling, and digital transformation in tech companies. He emphasizes practical, real-world applications in high-tech leadership, drawing from his extensive experience as a venture capitalist and CEO. His work intersects with fintech, artificial intelligence, mobility, and digital content ecosystems, reflecting the evolving landscape of global technology markets.

While no recent articles are listed in the provided text, his professional and academic contributions center on leadership in technology firms, startup founding, and strategic innovation in digital platforms. His insights are shaped by both academic research and hands-on executive experience.

Scientific Awards & Recognitions:

• Korea’s Best CEO (2017)
• Korea’s Top 10 Hero (2018)
• AIS Leadership Excellence Award

Professor Rim has advised the U.S. Federal Trade Commission on antitrust matters involving technology companies. He is the founder and sole funder of the Jihoon Rim Foundation, which supports college students through scholarships and mentorship programs. He does not appear to have formal graduate students listed, but his advisory and educational roles have significantly influenced emerging leaders in business and technology.

He is actively involved in the Fubon Center for Technology, Business and Innovation at NYU Stern, contributing to initiatives that bridge academic research with technological entrepreneurship. His leadership roles in both industry and academia position him at the forefront of innovation in business education.