ABOUT BRIDGEKEDU

A bridge between Korea and the world.

A bridge between Korea
and the world.

Founded in 2024 and based in Busan, BridgeKedu designs and operates purpose-driven programs across Korea for international organizations, educators, students, professionals, and individual travelers.

Our work ranges from educational exchanges and institutional study tours to industry immersion, corporate programs, and highly personalized Korea experiences — bringing together the right people, places, and local expertise for each client.

Through BESPOKE KOREA, we also create flexible, individually tailored journeys for independent travelers and small private groups.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROGRAMS

The Team

Sue Kim

CEO, Co-Founder

M.S., Accounting, Korea University

· B.S. in Business Administration, Accounting, Ohio State University

Raised in both Korea and the U.S., Sue’s multicultural upbringing shaped her passion for connecting the two worlds through education. With 15+ years of experience in the education sector, she brings a proven track record and an entrepreneurial drive that led her to found BridgeKedu. She is also a licensed Certified Tourist Guide-Interpreter (English, Korea).

Valerie Nicole Teal

Managing Director, Co-Founder

Juris Doctor, Northwestern University

· B.A., History, Duke University

Valerie moved from a career as a corporate attorney in charter school development to teaching in Korea. Over six years, she has taught students in private settings and as a university professor. At BridgeKedu, she brings her legal and business development background together with firsthand insight into international students’ needs.

Calvin (Kiseok) Choe

Director

MBA, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan

· B.A., Management and Social Welfare, Yonsei University

Calvin previously worked at Samsung C&T and has spent 16 years in education, including founding one of Korea’s leading GMAT/MBA prep schools. His deep understanding of Korean culture and business shapes BridgeKedu’s approach to hospitality and program quality.

Cathryn Beveridge

Consultant

M.A., Teaching — Secondary English Education, Georgia State University

· B.A. in English, Secondary Education Concentration, Georgia State University

Based in Atlanta, Cathryn brings a background in teaching, curriculum development, and corporate law. After ten years teaching high school English, and following a visit to Korea in 2023, she turned her focus to bridging Korean and Western education and culture.

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