Founding Partner
Chang Hee Kim began his career as a software engineer at LS Electric in Korea. He later transitioned to a role in strategic planning at Samsung Electronics, where he worked for several years on various new business planning projects within the corporate strategic planning team. In 2011, he joined Samsung Research America as an expatriate.
At Samsung Research America, Chang Hee led an open innovation team that connected innovative technology startups and academic institutions with Samsung’s new products and business ventures.
After leaving Samsung, Chang Hee became the deputy head of Hyundai CRADLE Silicon Valley in 2018. In this position, he was responsible for overall operational management and oversaw strategic investments, open innovation activities, and public events. In 2023,
Chang Hee founded Novelty Acres LLC in San Jose, CA, a consulting firm focused on open innovation and business development. Since its inception, the firm has helped clients expand their businesses through collaborations and partnerships.
Chang Hee holds a B.A. in Computer Science from New York University and an M.S. in Computer Science from Columbia University.