Cornerstone Officially Launches Seoul Office to Power Global Talent Solutions

Cornerstone Opens Seoul Office to Empower Korean Businesses with World-Class Talent Solutions

Seoul, South Korea – [June 18, 2025] — Cornerstone, the world’s only global talent consulting group with dual headquarters in Atlanta, USA, and Shanghai, China, proudly announces the opening of its Seoul office.

This move marks a significant expansion of Cornerstone’s presence in Asia, highlighting its ongoing commitment to delivering world-class leadership and talent solutions in key global markets.

Founded in 1989, Cornerstone has grown into a truly global firm, operating in over 40 countries with more than 60 offices worldwide. With the addition of Seoul, Cornerstone enhances its ability to support clients across the Asia-Pacific region with localized solutions that leverage a robust international network.

On June 17, 2025, Simon Wan, Chairman and CEO of Cornerstone International Group, visited the newly opened Seoul office to personally meet with the team, local clients, and media. His visit underscores the strategic importance of Korea in Cornerstone’s global vision.

“The launch of our Seoul office is a strategic milestone in Cornerstone’s global journey,” said Simon Wan, Chairman and CEO at Cornerstone. “South Korea is a thriving hub of innovation and global business. We are here to help Korean companies and multinationals tap into the leadership and talent strategies they need to succeed in today’s fast-changing world.”

The Seoul office exemplifies Cornerstone’s global model: combining deep local insight with international best practices. Korean businesses will now have access to the firm’s integrated talent platform, offering executive search, leadership development, and talent management services that are agile, culturally relevant, and globally competitive.

“We’re excited to bring Cornerstone’s global expertise to Korea at a time when many Korean companies are expanding their global footprint,” said Ennis Bae, Managing Partner of Cornerstone Seoul. “Our team is deeply committed to helping both Korean and multinational clients navigate the complexities of leadership, transformation, and talent development. We look forward to becoming a trusted partner to organizations shaping the future of Korea’s economy.”

With the increasing globalization of Korean enterprises, Cornerstone is poised to support their ambitions—from international expansion and digital transformation to leadership succession and organizational change. Cornerstone Korea is led by a team with decades of experience in executive search and leadership consulting. The team is committed to building long-term partnerships and playing an active role in Korea’s business community through industry collaboration, media engagement, and thought leadership.

About Cornerstone

Established in 1989, Cornerstone is a leading global talent consulting group with dual headquarters in Atlanta, USA, and Shanghai, China. The firm operates in over 40 countries and 60 cities, offering a unique blend of global reach and local expertise. Cornerstone provides executive search, leadership development, and talent solutions to help organizations navigate complexity and drive sustainable success.