We Are Kontactic
Global-to-Korea (G2K) market entry, run by one team. From a cross-border store on Coupang to your own Korean company, we handle import, compliance and day-to-day operations.
Learn MoreThe Perfect Blend of Korean & Global Experts
Our team is a 50:50 mix of Korean and global e-commerce experts. This composition combines deep local market knowledge with international brand perspective, exactly what Western brands need for successful Korean market entry.
Meet Our Founder & CEO
Lecturing for the Korea Customs Service
Isaac Lee
Founder & CEO
With more than 15 years of deep-rooted experience in e-commerce, Isaac has helped drive the success of countless brands across domestic and global markets. His expertise is not theoretical. It has been built through hands-on execution, operational scaling, and the development of market-leading infrastructure.
As a trusted authority in the Korean business landscape, Isaac works closely with leading government and public institutions. From delivering official lectures for the Korea Customs Service to advising as a certified expert for KOTRA, his perspective is trusted by the very organizations that shape cross-border trade.
Backed by extensive references, a proven track record, and official government commendations, his leadership gives clients a high level of assurance. Partnering with Kontactic means more than hiring an agency. It means aligning with a verified, well-connected industry leader committed to your long-term success in Korea.
Career Highlights
- Former CEO & Founder of Korea's #1 Amazon Agency
- Certified Global Business Consultant by KOTRA
- Committee Member for Angel Investment (Ministry of SMEs and Startups)
- Official Lecturer — Seoul City / Korea Customs Service / KITA
"Entering the Korean market should not be a gamble, but a proven, value-added strategy. Kontactic is committed to building the most robust roadmap for your expansion."
— Isaac Lee
Official Government Licenses
Our Korean entity holds the licenses to import and sell three regulated categories: imported food, hygiene products and cosmetics.
Imported Food Sales License
Authorized to import and distribute food products throughout Korea
Hygiene Products Import License
Licensed to import hygiene products such as detergents, tissues and disposable cups
Cosmetics Responsible Sales License
Licensed to import and sell cosmetics as the responsible seller
Certifications & Awards
Our commitment to excellence is recognized by the Korean government and leading industry organizations.
Commendation
Commissioner of Korea Customs Service (2021)
Inno-Biz Certified
Technology Innovation SME (Grade AA)
Main-Biz Certified
Management Innovation SME
Corporate R&D Center
Certified by KOITA
Patent Holder
E-commerce Market Analysis Technology (No. 10-2483987)
Venture Company
Certified by the Korean government
Additional Recognition
Tech Credit T-3
Excellent Tech Enterprise by NICE D&B
University MOU
Kyung Hee University / Korea Engineering University
Recent Milestones
Our rapid growth reflects the results we have delivered for clients entering Korea. We continue to expand our capabilities to support Western brands with confidence.
Official Coupang Partner
We work directly with Coupang HQ on its programs for Western brands, lowering the barrier to entering Korea.
1,959+ Brands Served
Helped more than 1,959 clients succeed in Korea through end-to-end managed market entry operations — and counting.
355B+ KRW Cumulative GMV
The total cumulative GMV generated by our clients has surpassed 355 billion won.
Company History Timeline
2014-2019
- Founded Kontactic (incorporated)
- Won eBay Korea Global Marketing Innovation Award
- Selected as KOTRA Global Business Consultant
2020
- Established Corporate R&D Center
- Certified as a Venture Company by the Korean government
2021-2022
- Awarded a commendation from the Commissioner of the Korea Customs Service
- Certified as Inno-Biz and Main-Biz
- Selected as an Excellent Company for Work Innovation by the Ministry of Labor
2022-2024
- Obtained a patent for an E-commerce Market Analysis System
- Signed a GTEP industry-academic MOU with Kyung Hee University
2025
- Became an officially verified Coupang SPN (Service Provider Network) partner
- Launched the G2K (Global-to-Korea) business initiative for Chinese and US brands
- Introduced the Spark IoR/SoR service tier for fast Korean market entry without a local entity
2026
- Surpassed 1,959 cumulative client companies served — and counting
- Deepened direct partnership with Coupang HQ on Western brand entry programs
- Expanded the G2K initiative to the EU, the UK and Australia
- Scaling Kontactic as the definitive managed market entry operator for global brands entering Korea
Visit Our Seoul Headquarters
Our team operates from the heart of Seoul, South Korea, the gateway to the Korean consumer market.
15F, 141 Songpa-daero, Songpa-gu
Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Ready to Enter the Korean Market?
Government-certified, 15+ years in Korean e-commerce, and more than 1,959 brands served. Tell us where you are, and we’ll show you the right way in.
Or email us directly at contact@kontactic.com