Following successful gatherings in London, Frankfurt and New York, Seoul welcomed our next generation community with an unforgettable experience curated around a key moment on Asia’s cultural calendar: Frieze Seoul.
Hosted by Deutsche Bank Private Bank’s Head of Emerging Markets, Marco Pagliara, and Head of North Asia, Frederick Fong, the NextGen event offered an introduction to artists and cultural enterprises, as well as a chance to network with future business leaders.
Pagliara said: “The NextGen program in Seoul was an immersive experience that combined learning, networking, and cultural exploration.”
Art and entrepreneurship
Frieze Seoul has rapidly become a cornerstone of the Asian contemporary art scene, attracting leading galleries, visionary artists and cultural innovators from across the globe. Against this vibrant backdrop, our NextGen guests explored how creativity and commerce intersect, gaining insights into how art can inspire entrepreneurial thinking and global connectivity.
Our programme showcased two areas where Deutsche Bank excels, art and entrepreneurship, emphasising the importance of integrating these in today’s global economy.
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Guests enjoyed a VIP tour of the Seoul art fair with our global partner Frieze, offering a visual feast and creative inspiration. Alongside this, we shared insights into building businesses and cultural enterprises in a rapidly evolving world.
“Frieze Seoul 2025 showcased Korea's vibrant and dynamic contemporary art community with internationally acclaimed artists. As global lead partner, Deutsche Bank is delighted to support Frieze Seoul,” Pagliara said.
Highlights from the NextGen APAC programme
The agenda was packed with powerful insights from successful entrepreneurs and artists, featuring workshops on diverse topics such as:
- The secrets behind producing a K-pop global success.
- Strategies for creating and scaling a global fashion brand.
- Identifying and seizing opportunities in private equity.
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We hold NextGen events worldwide to empower future leaders and entrepreneurs through networking, cultural experiences and business insights.
