Hongjun Choi, Founder of Upstage AI

About Hongjun Choi

Hongjun Choi is the co-founder and CEO of Upstage AI, a South Korean artificial intelligence company specializing in conversational AI and voice technologies. Under his leadership, Upstage AI has raised over $143 million through Series A and Series B funding rounds, establishing itself as a key player in Korea's AI ecosystem.

Hongjun Choi at a glance

• Company: Upstage AI
• Total raised: $143M
• Latest round: Series B
• Investors: SoftBank Ventures Asia, Korea Development Bank, KT Corporation

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