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Class of 2026

Program Schedule

From application to Tiger Tank — the full arc of the TKU program. Every phase, every event, everything you need to know.

July 1 — September 30, 2026

Online Program

100 Days of Garlic

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Phase 1: Power

Uncover your strengths, values, lived experiences, and unique edge to build the foundation of your entrepreneurial identity.

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Phase 2: People

Identify who you want to serve and why, using top customer‑discovery frameworks to understand real needs, motivations, and behaviors before designing solutions.

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Phase 3: Plan

Build a business plan rooted in your unique powers and customer insight, translating clarity into a focused, viable venture direction.

October 6–8, 2026

Gyeongju, South Korea

Homecoming & Tiger Tank

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October 6 — Class Dinner

After 100 days of building together online, the Class of 2026 finally meets in person over a welcome dinner in Gyeongju.

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October 7 — Gyeongju Immersion

A full day moving through Gyeongju's National Treasures — from a sunrise scavenger hunt on Namsan to a twilight walk at Wolji Pond.

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October 8 — Pitch Competition & Demo Day

The capstone event where founders pitch to investors and showcase business plans refined through the TKU system.

Ready to begin?

Limited seats for the Class of 2026.

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