The Administration department is responsible for the overall internal operations of AMCHAM Korea. Their key functions are to:
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Manage the internal operation of AMCHAM Korea to ensure that its human resources operate at maximum efficiency, while adhering to the highest ethical standards.
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Direct the management of all Chamber resources: personnel, finance, facilities, capital equipment and all other assets of the Chamber within the annual budget.
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Maintain and deliver a portfolio of member services, in support of the membership.
The Government & Corporate Affairs Department is in charge of advancing the public image and external messaging of AMCHAM in the regulatory areas deemed important to our members. It is comprised of two separate divisions; Government & Corporate Affairs and Strategy & Planning, which collaborate together to elevate AMCHAM's role as a bridge between our member companies and Korean and the U.S. Governments. The Department maintains a close relationship with both Korean and the U.S. governments and serves as a vehicle to exchange opinions on policy issues in order to enhance the business environment for AMCHAM member companies operating both in Korea and the U.S. It also coordinates the majority of AMCHAM's well-established advocacy seminars and events, such as Healthcare Innovation Seminar, Human Resources Workshop, Compliance & Risk Management Seminar, Reception for Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition. The Department also leads meetings with government and private organizations in both countries, putting the interests of AMCHAM members forward.
[Contact] Mr. Joon Huh, Head of Government & Corporate Affairs / joon@amchamkorea.org
COMMUNICATIONS/PR
The Communications Department is responsible for promoting awareness of the activities of the Chamber and our members through effective communication of AMCHAM's mission and activities to both the media and general public in Korea. Key functions include developing publicity plans for major events, coordinating interviews, drafting and distributing press releases/speeches, and managing the media database. The Department is also responsible for managing the production of all AMCHAM publications, as well as producing and publishing content for the organization's website and social media platforms. AMCHAM publications include; The Journal, an issues-oriented, quarterly magazine; the annual Membership Directory and other publications developed on a project basis. Interns in this department are tasked to research and present findings on current issues related to international business as well as contribute ideas and editorial support to AMCHAM publications.
Public Relations: This division manages the messaging of AMCHAM's issues and events in the areas of government and regulatory affairs, as well as presenting a positive, pro-active image of AMCHAM in the public domain of community affairs and corporate social responsibility.
The Marketing Department is the revenue-generating engine of AMCHAM and is responsible for coordinating all AMCHAM meetings and events. AMCHAM's main commercial activities include meetings such as General Membership Meetings (GMMs), industry-specific Committee Meetings and annual industry seminars. In addition, the department organizes a number of social events throughout the year, including Networking Nights, the annual Inaugural Ball, and Holiday Gathering. Specific tasks include promoting member companies through AMCHAM publications and using various sponsor funded marketing vehicles to co-market member's brands and products to the business community.
The Membership Department's mission is to recruit and retain membership. The department provides information to those who have queries on AMCHAM membership and proactively communicates with members to ensure they are receiving the full benefits from joining AMCHAM.
In addition, the department is responsible for managing the membership database including new member applications, membership transfers/terminations, membership information updates, and any other membership related tasks.
Partners for the Future Foundation is the charity arm of AMCHAM, and administers various programs to support unemployed and disadvantaged families in Korea. It provides scholarships for university students and medical expense subsidies for Korean youth from unemployed families. It also supports limited vocational training programs for the unemployed in dire financial need and organizes and executes a variety of fundraising and CSR events, such as CEO Servers' Night, Innovation Camp and Service Day.
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