Kakao is a global mobile lifestyle platform company with services spanning messaging, mail, search, news, advertising, gaming, e-commerce, music, maps and more. Based in South Korea, Daum Kakao reaches consumers, businesses and others via its portfolio of popular platforms and services: KakaoTalk, KakaoGame, Daum Mail and Daum Cafe, among others. 

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Kakao

Kakao's headquarters in Jeju-si, Republic of Korea

Shina Chung

Lena Eunhea Kim

Heyryung Choi

Minkyun Shin

Kay Kim

Seong Kang

Kwon Dae-Yeol

Ham Choon-Seung

Choi Se-Jung

Cha Kyung-Jin

Cho Suk-Yung

Bae Jae-Hyun

Sunwook Kim

Choonseung Ham

Sejung Choi

Kyungjin Cha

The Technical and Strategic Development team at Kakao focuses on identifying and implementing innovative technologies and strategies to enhance the company's portfolio of digital services. This team works cross-functionally to drive operational efficiency, lead AI initiatives, refine user experience, and develop market strategies that align with corporate goals, ensuring that Kakao remains competitive in the rapidly evolving mobile lifestyle landscape.

Technical and Strategic Development

The Product Management and Development team at Kakao is responsible for driving the innovation and enhancement of the company's diverse product offerings. This team collaborates across disciplines to identify market needs, manage product lifecycles, and integrate cutting-edge technologies like AI and machine learning, ensuring that Kakao's applications remain user-centric, competitive, and aligned with evolving consumer trends.

Product Management and Development

The Business Development Team at Kakao is responsible for identifying and pursuing strategic partnerships and growth opportunities across various sectors of the company’s diverse services. This team works to expand Kakao's market presence by forming collaborations, enhancing service offerings, and driving revenue through innovative business initiatives. They engage with stakeholders, negotiate deals, and support cross-functional projects aimed at fostering sustainable business growth.

Business Development Team

The Human Resources team at Kakao is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that align with the company’s diverse business needs. They focus on talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and fostering a positive workplace culture to support Kakao's growth as a global mobile lifestyle platform. Additionally, the team ensures compliance with HR policies while promoting a collaborative environment that enhances employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.

Human Resources

The Leadership Team at Kakao is responsible for setting the strategic direction and vision of the company, ensuring alignment across various services and platforms. Comprising key executives such as the CTO, CFO, and Chief Legal Officer, the team focuses on fostering innovation, regulatory compliance, and financial stability to drive sustainable growth in Kakao's diverse mobile lifestyle offerings.

Leadership Team

The Consulting and Research team at Kakao focuses on delivering strategic insights and recommendations to drive business growth across the company's diverse services. By conducting in-depth market research and analysis, team members assess industry trends and consumer behavior, enabling Kakao to make informed decisions and optimize its offerings. They collaborate with various departments to align strategies and enhance the overall user experience, ensuring Kakao remains a leader in the mobile lifestyle space.

Kakao

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Board & advisors

Teams

Technical and Strategic Development

Product Management and Development

Business Development Team

Human Resources

Leadership Team

Consulting and Research

Offices

Kakao

Org chart

Board & advisors

Teams

Technical and Strategic Development

Product Management and Development

Business Development Team

Human Resources

Leadership Team

Consulting and Research

Offices

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