Gye-Poong Kai Byeon

Gye-Poong Kai Byeon

His flagship project, AI Companion, offers empathetic conversation, medication reminders, and cognitive stimulation to support the well-being of older adults. In parallel, his team has developed over 500 pieces of senior-specific AI avatar content, designed to encourage mental activity and deliver meaningful entertainment. These services are now in active use at nearly 100 senior care centers across Korea, and adoption continues to grow. Collaborating with Microsoft and other global big tech partners, Byeon focuses on AI applications that offer clear, human-centered impact, particularly in areas where technology can restore connection and dignity. The broader social contribution of this work has been recognized through national ICT awards for software excellence. Previously, Byeon led IP business at CJ ENM, Korea’s largest global entertainment company, and at Turner, where he built over 1,000 strategic partnerships that transformed creative assets into immersive, multi-channel experiences. With a background in the content business industry and a master’s degree in Advertising from Michigan State University. Byeon is committed to building AI that moves people, not just efficiently, but emotionally, and delivers measurable, lasting social value.
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  • Organization
    ESTsoft
  • Profession
    Chief Business Officer
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9 July 2025
09:00 - 17:15
EST - New York
CST - Beijing
PST - Los Angeles
AWST - Perth, Australia
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