Voices of Our Stakeholders
IBK continues to broaden the role and value of finance through its engagement with diverse stakeholders. Through the voices of young customers, corporate clients, and retail customers, we share stories of growth and trust.
CEO, FuriosaAI
FuriosaAI is a fabless startup that designs and develops AI semiconductors.
The company has launched its second-generation AI chip, RNGD, and is advancing into the global AI infrastructure market.
IBK has been more than just a financial institution—it has been a partner that has
supported us throughout our growth.
The relationship with IBK began during the company's early-stage fundraising. Since then, IBK has played a distinctive role as a partner that not only provides financial support but also considers the company's growth and the future of the industry together. Leveraging its capabilities in semiconductor design and strong technological capabilities, Furiosa has pursued growth with the global market as its goal. Based on its understanding of the company's technology and growth potential, IBK has continued to provide support tailored to the company's stage of development, going beyond conventional financial services.
In particular, during the Series C bridge funding, affiliates of the IBK Financial Group participated with a total investment of KRW 22 billion, providing a combination of financing and investment support. This case demonstrates IBK’s strong confidence in FuriosaAI’s technological capabilities and future growth potential.
As the company moves forward with its global market expansion and scale-up, Furiosa looks forward to IBK's continued support and partnership.
CEO June Paik founded Furiosa in 2017 based on his expertise in AI semiconductor design, and has been leading the development of high-performance AI semiconductors.
Former ROK Air Force Serviceman
Joonwon Hwang first began using the Nara Sarang Card while serving in the 5th Air Mobility Wing of the ROK Air Force, and has continued his financial relationship with IBK even after completing his military service.
The Nara Sarang Card was my starting point in experiencing financial services.
Hwang applied for the card during the physical examination process conducted by the Military Manpower Administration. During his service, the card was used for salary management as well as for everyday payments.
As someone encountering financial services for the first time, he found the card easy to use and was able to begin using his account naturally. Through this experience, he gradually developed an understanding of spending management and the use of financial services. This relationship with financial services continued even after his discharge from the military. He considers IBK to be a “financial partner” that supports young people from the moment they first encounter financial services through their transition into society. He hopes the Bank will continue to provide financial support tailored to the diverse life stages of young people.
After completing his service with the 5th Air Mobility Wing of the ROK Air Force in 2022, Joonwon Hwang joined a financial institution, where he currently works.
CEO, KMM & WW
Eric Jangwook Lee began his relationship with IBK in 2012 and has since maintained a broad financial relationship covering both personal and corporate banking. At the company level, his firm has continued its banking relationship with IBK for approximately 40 years.
IBK has been a trusted financial partner that has stood by us for many years.
Although his relationship with IBK began when he joined the company, it gradually expanded over time to encompass both personal financial management and a wide range of corporate banking services. At each important turning point for the company, IBK has provided stable financial support that helped safeguard the company’s foundation and enabled it to sustain its growth trajectory.
In particular, during the company’s investment process in the United States—pursued as part of its global market expansion strategy—IBK’s global network played an important role. Through coordination with the Bank’s New York Branch, the company was able to efficiently complete account opening and remittance procedures, significantly reducing both time and costs.
IBK’s e-branch-based digital financial services have also enabled integrated management of cash flows, contributing to greater efficiency in treasury management and more accurate decision-making. Based on these experiences, he looks forward to IBK continuing its role as a financial partner supporting the growth of both individuals and businesses.
Eric Jangwook Lee is a second-generation business leader who manages a manufacturing-based company and continues to lead the firm with stable asset management experience, gained over approximately 40 years of accumulated experience.