AI Meets Culture: Korean Soju, Tea & Innovation Evening

### 🧠 AI & Culture Fusion Night: Korea Meets the World

📅 Date & Time: Wednesday, June 26, 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Location: Servette Room, CROWNE PLAZA® GENEVA
(Avenue Louis Casaï 75-77, 1216 Genève, Suisse)

### 📌 What to Expect

Join us for a one-of-a-kind evening where Korean innovation meets global culture, hosted by Prof. Donghoon Shin — Korea’s representative at the UN WP.29, a globally recognized speaker at Purdue University, and an AI researcher supported by Hyundai Motor Company.
This free and intimate event is held in celebration of the 20th anniversary of KASA (Korea Auto-vehicle Safety Association) and offers a space to share ideas, drinks, and cultural experiences in a relaxed yet thought-provoking setting.

### 🕒 Agenda

6:00–6:40 PM – TED-style Talk
Driving the Future: AI Innovation and Safety Challenges from Korea

• Introduction to Korea’s IDEA AI and future mobility research
• Highlights from National Assembly and Purdue seminars
• Key issues for UN WP.29: AI, driver behavior, pedal misapplication
• Q&A with accessible visuals and real-world insights

6:45–9:00 PM – Culture & Networking Party

• 🍶 Korean soju tasting (various brands, light explanation)
• 🍵 Traditional Korean tea experience (green tea, yuzu tea)
• 🍸 Western-style cocktails (e.g., mojito, margarita)
• 🧀 Tapas-style finger food (international, light bites)
• 🎶 Background music: K-POP & smooth jazz
• 🎉 A short toast for KASA’s 20th anniversary & cultural takeaway gifts

### ✅ What to Bring

• Just yourself — and maybe a friend!
• No dress code required (smart casual welcome)
• No cost: All drinks and food are offered with gratitude by KASA

### 📍 How to Find Us

We’re located in the Servette Room at Crowne Plaza Geneva, near the UN district and airport. Look for KASA signs or hosts in the lobby to guide you.

🎟 Limited to 10 guests to keep the experience personal and conversational.
RSVP required — spots will go fast!
Come raise a glass, explore the future of mobility, and experience Korean warmth in the heart of Geneva.