ESSEC Masterclass & Networking: Leadership in the Age of AI

Decision-Making, Adaptation & Competitive Dynamics

The French-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI), in partnership with ESSEC Business School Executive Education, is pleased to invite you to an exclusive Masterclass, Discussion & Networking Evening dedicated to Leadership in the Age of AI: Decision-Making, Adaptation & Competitive Dynamics.

This executive event combines a masterclass presentation and a panel discussion including Q&A, bringing together academic expertise and business perspectives to explore how leadership and decision-making are evolving in a technology-driven world.

Beyond the discussion, the event will also offer an opportunity for participants to connect with peers, exchange insights and engage with experts during a networking cocktail.

WHY JOIN ? 

• Gain strategic insights on leadership in the AI era and understand how executives can adapt their decision-making in an increasingly complex and technology-driven environment.
• Learn from leading academic experts combining research perspectives with real-world leadership challenges faced by global organizations.
• Explore how organizations adapt to technological and competitive shifts, from strategic decision-making to operational transformation.
• Engage directly with speakers during the Q&A session, sharing perspectives with professionals and executives from diverse industries.
• Expand your professional network during an informal networking cocktail with business leaders, managers and innovators from the Franco-Korean business community.

SPEAKERS

Prof. Julien Salanave
Professor of Entrepreneurship & Innovation
Director, ESSEC-Mannheim EMBA APAC – ESSEC Business School

Prof. Julien Salanave specializes in entrepreneurship, innovation and executive education. Through his work with senior executives across Asia-Pacific, he focuses on leadership transformation, strategic decision-making and innovation in complex global environments.

Prof. Kang
Associate Professor of Strategy and International Management
Seoul National University

Prof. Kang is a specialist in artificial intelligence and strategic decision-making. His research explores how emerging technologies influence corporate strategy, leadership and organizational transformation.

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AGENDA

6:00 – 6:30 PM | Welcome & Registration

6:30 – 6:40 PM | Opening Remarks

6:40 – 7:00 PM | Introduction & Masterclass - Leadership in the Age of AI: Decision-Making, Adaptation & Competitive Dynamics
- Prof. Julien Salanave (ESSEC Business School)

7:00 – 8:00 PM | Executive Panel Discussion & Q&A
- Moderator: Prof. Julien Salanave (ESSEC)
- Panelists: Prof. Kang (Seoul National University) | Additional Speaker (TBC)

8:00 – 9:30 PM | Networking Cocktail

*Schedule might be subject to change

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

DATE l Wednesday, April 15th 2026
TIME l 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM (KST)
VENUE lTHE PLAZA Seoul, 119 Sogong-ro, Jung-gu, 04525, Seoul, Korea
FEES l This event is free to attend, but registration is required

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CONTACT

Tristan Zuliani, 
Development Manager
Email : t.zuliani(@)fkcci.com

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