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Branch Manager
Sewon Kim
A senior executive with over 24 years of expertise in Enterprise SaaS Sales, SCM SaaS Platforms, AI/ML-driven business solutions, and strategic business development. Known for leading high-impact sales organizations, building new SaaS business lines, and managing enterprise accounts across Public, Retail, High-Tech, Automotive, and Telecom industries. Experienced in both technical and management roles, with a strong background in corporate strategy, profit management, and solution engineering.
Biography
Sewon Kim is a seasoned technology and business leader with more than two decades of experience across global enterprise software, cloud transformation, and AI-driven business platforms. He has held senior leadership roles in top-tier organizations such as Samsung SDS, SAP Korea, Saltlux, and o9 Solutions, where he led major digital transformation projects and closed milestone deals with Samsung Electronics, POSCO, Hyundai-Kia, Doosan, and Lotte Group.
In addition to his corporate leadership, Mr. Kim is deeply involved in national technology policy and academic development. He served as a Special Affairs Professor at the Open Cyber University of Korea and contributes to major government committees including KATS, KIAT, and KISDI. He currently serves as Co-Founder & Vice President of The One D&C.
Experience
The One D&C – Seoul, Korea
Co-Founder & Vice President (May 2021 – November 2025)
• Co-founded a real estate development and investment firm.
• Leads business development, investment sourcing, feasibility studies, and strategic partnerships.
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o9 Solutions – Seoul, Korea
Head of Sales Division (Nov 2022 – Aug 2025)
• Led national sales operations for the SCM SaaS business in Korea.
• Closed major enterprise contracts with Samsung Electronics and POSCO.
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Saltlux / Ploonet – Seoul, Korea
COO, Ploonet (Jan 2022 – Oct 2022)
• Established and led overall operations of the company’s new subsidiary.
• Oversaw HR, finance, cloud service development, and customer acquisition.
CBO & Head of BTS Division (Jul 2021 – Oct 2022)
• Led new SaaS business planning and enterprise-wide business management.
• Introduced VRB (Value Review Board) processes into company operations.
Head of Cloud Business Division (Apr 2021 – Dec 2021)
• Directed subscription platform operations and new AIaaS business planning.
Head of Future Business Strategy Division (Oct 2020 – Mar 2021)
• Conceptualized new cloud products including DeepSignal and AICE.
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SAP Korea – Seoul, Korea
Solution Account Executive – CX Team (Jan 2019 – Oct 2020)
• Managed enterprise accounts including Samsung, Hyundai-Kia, SK, and Doosan.
• Closed APJ’s largest Qualtrics deal in 2019 (Q3).
Global Account Executive – Samsung Electronics (Jul 2015 – Dec 2018)
• Drove cloud transformation and major SaaS migrations.
• Awarded membership in Catalyst, Study Support, Winner’s Circle, and Digital Elite programs.
Senior Account Executive – Lotte Group (Jan 2013 – Jun 2015)
• Closed Korea’s first Suite on HANA project.
• Successfully delivered multiple digital transformation initiatives for Lotte Group.
Solution Sales – Business Analytics (Apr 2012 – Dec 2012)
• Covered key sectors including Public, Finance, Education, Healthcare, and Utilities.
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Samsung SDS – Seoul, Korea
Senior Staff / Business Strategy / Profit Management / Sales / Engineering (Jan 2001 – Apr 2012)
• Held multiple leadership and technical roles including business strategy, risk analysis, profit forecasting, and public sector solutions sales.
• Designed and delivered major knowledge management systems (KM), groupware, BPM, and enterprise portals.
• Served as Assistant Administrator for the Labor Management Council.
Specialization
• Enterprise SaaS Sales & Account Management
• SCM SaaS Platforms (o9 Solutions)
• AI/ML Business Strategy
• Cloud Transformation & Digital Innovation
• Business Development & Proposal Leadership
• Corporate Strategy & Profitability Management
• New Business Planning & Go-to-Market Strategy
• Public Sector Technology Solutions
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