Refining what it means to grow and lead. A private, invite-only network for the architects of the future.
Request AccessJoining Elev8 isn’t just an opportunity—it’s an advantage. We connect senior tech leaders who aspire to achieve more, not only for their careers but for the tech landscape of Korea and beyond.
Our members drive the future of technology at top Korean and global companies.
Decision makers at scale
Pioneers in AI innovation
Strategic technical visionaries
Product leaders shaping markets
Build relationships with tech pioneers, visionary founders, and influential executives who can open doors that matter.
Participate in high-impact global events as speakers, mentors, or judges to enhance your personal brand.
Access exclusive roundtables and discussions on emerging trends, innovations, and leadership strategies.
A monthly, rapid-fire marketplace where L7–L9 leaders trade micro-consulting hours.
Crisis Ops. "I have a live fire. I need 30 mins with someone who has survived this."
Access. "I need a warm intro to a specific VC or vendor. Who holds the key?"
Strategy Stress-Test. "I’m pitching to the Board. Rip my plan apart before they do."
Niche Tech. "Explain Agentic AI to me like I’m 5, but with strategic implications."
Sanity Check. "Off-the-record personnel issue. No judgment. Just advice."
Give-to-Get. You cannot post an "Ask" until you stake a "Give". Earn "Black Card" status for helping peers.
Elev8 is an ultra-exclusive network designed strictly for L7–L9 technology executives. Our members typically hold titles such as CTO, VP of Engineering, CPO, or Head of AI at top-tier global and Korean technology firms. We look for leaders managing significant P&L, large-scale technical organizations, or those pioneering niche technologies (e.g., Agentic AI, Quantum).
Membership is 100% invitation-only. To ensure our standards remain uncompromised, every candidate undergoes a blind profile assessment by a committee of five incumbent members. Admission requires a minimum of three "Yes" votes. This rigorous vetting ensures that every person in the room is a peer who adds value, not noise.
No. The Superpower Exchange is designed for efficiency, not volume. It replaces vague "mentorship" with high-impact "micro-consulting." The commitment is transactional and rapid—typically a single 30-minute session to solve a specific bottleneck (e.g., a "Red Team" session to stress-test a strategy). You engage only when you have the specific expertise to solve a peer's problem.
Our ecosystem runs on "The Founder’s Karma." To withdraw value from the network—such as posting a request in the War Room or Rolodex—you must first stake your availability to help others. This social contract prevents "takers" from overwhelming the system and ensures a balanced exchange of high-level expertise.
Yes. Elev8 operates strictly under the Chatham House Rule. Whether you are in a Safe House discussion regarding a personnel issue or a private roundtable, what is said within Elev8 stays within Elev8. We prioritize psychological safety so leaders can speak openly about internal challenges without fear of exposure.
Absolutely not. Elev8 is a "No-Pitch Zone." We do not accept members whose primary role is sales or business development, and we strictly prohibit solicitation. This is a sanctuary for leadership strategy and peer connection, not a marketplace for vendors.
Generic groups offer breadth; Elev8 offers depth and access. You will not find generic advice here. Instead, you gain access to asymmetric value—such as private roundtables with leadership from giants like Snowflake and NVIDIA , or strategic "hack" sessions like Hack Seoul. We curate interactions that are too sensitive or high-level for public forums.
We move beyond standard networking mixers. Our programming focuses on high-value, intimate gatherings, such as the Tech Leader's Lounge , Executive Roundtables , and strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Notion and Coupang. These are small-group, high-bandwidth sessions designed for tactical learning and genuine relationship building.
Yes. While our physical hub and many events—such as those at Tower 730 or Bella Vita —are in Seoul, our digital community and the Superpower Exchange are borderless. We connect global tech leaders who have an interest in or connection to the Korean tech ecosystem, regardless of their physical location.
If you believe you meet the L7–L9 criteria but have not been invited, you may submit a request for a profile review via our website. However, please understand that our rejection rate is high to maintain the exclusivity of the cohort. If your profile passes the initial screen, it will be forwarded to the membership committee for the standard voting process.
Membership is strictly by invitation. Enter your corporate email to request an application dossier.