Korvia Alumni · Since 2006
One family of ESL teachers in Korea.
10,000+ teachers placed across EPIK, GEPIK, SMOE, GOE, and hagwon programs since 2006. Free seasonal parties. Lifetime community. Hosted in Seoul.
Why Korvia Alumni
Korvia is more than a recruiter. It's a 20-year community of ESL teachers who keep showing up — for parties, for mentorship, for each other.
Lifetime community
Once placed through Korvia, you stay in the family. Get invited to every seasonal party, even years after your contract ends.
Career mentorship
Our senior recruiters are themselves long-time veterans of EPIK, GOE, and hagwon programs. They mentor incoming teachers and connect alumni for second placements.
Free seasonal gatherings
Spring Party, Fall Party, plus Summer BBQ, Christmas Party, and 치맥 (chicken & beer) meetups — always free, always sponsored, since the very first Korvia gathering.
20 Years of Korvia
Founded November 1, 2006. Recognized nationally. Trusted by 10,000+ teachers.
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2006Korvia Consulting founded
Henry Oh and Ann Park launch Korvia in Seoul, focused on Ministry of Education partnerships and ethical ESL placement.
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2008Official EPIK Partner
Korvia begins its exclusive partnership with EPIK (English Program in Korea) — the recognized national program of Korea's Ministry of Education.
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2013Seoul Mayor Citation
Korvia receives the Seoul Mayor's Citation (서울시장 표창) for its contribution to international education and ESL teacher placement in Seoul.
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2018Excellent Employment Service Agency
Recognized by Korea's Ministry of Employment and Labor as an Excellent Employment Service Agency — a national certification of trustworthiness.
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2021Re-certified Excellent Agency
Korvia re-earns the Ministry of Employment and Labor certification, making Korvia one of the few ESL agencies with multiple national recognitions.
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202620-Year Anniversary
Korvia celebrates 20 years of placing ESL teachers in Korea — 10,000+ teachers placed, 5,000+ schools partnered, hundreds of friendships made along the way.
Community Events
Our community gathers, every season.
Twice-yearly major parties (Spring + Fall) plus Summer BBQ, Christmas Party, and casual 치맥 meetups. Always free, always sponsored, always open to teachers.
Spring Party
April – May
Korvia's flagship gathering. 100+ ESL teachers from EPIK, GEPIK, SMOE, GOE, and partner hagwons. Networking, raffle, K-culture games. Hosted by Kesung Anderson.
Fall Party
October
Welcome to new EPIK Fall arrivals + reunion for returning teachers. Same Korvia signature: free entry, raffle prizes, sponsored drinks, MC entertainment.
Summer BBQ
June – July
Open-air BBQ for teachers riding out the Korean summer. Casual, photo-friendly, family welcome — a Korvia tradition since the early 2010s.
Christmas Party
December
End-of-year celebration with Korvia staff, partner companies, and alumni who've stayed in Korea. Gift exchange, holiday food, group photo.
치맥 Meetups
Year-round
Casual chicken-and-beer (치맥) gatherings between major parties. Smaller groups, deeper conversations — often the place where mentorship begins.
Anniversary Edition
November 1 (every 5 years)
Korvia was founded on November 1, 2006. Every 5-year anniversary brings a special gathering for staff, alumni, and partner companies.
Past Highlights
Spring Party 2026
April 25, 2026 · Waikiki Beach Pocha, Itaewon
100+ teachers · MC Kesung Anderson · AirPods raffle · Squid Game dalgona
Read full recap →
Fall Party 2025
October 2025 · Seoul
100+ teachers · SentBe + Korean Safari + D-Live TV sponsors
View photos on Facebook →
Spring Party 2025
April 2025 · Seoul
100+ teachers · SentBe + Waikiki Beach Pocha sponsors
View photos on Facebook →
Fall Party 2024
October 2024 · Seoul
100+ teachers · SentBe + Korean Safari sponsors
View photos on Facebook →
Want to know about the next Korvia party first?
Get Alumni UpdatesMeet your hosts
The people you'll meet at every Korvia gathering.
Henry Oh
Founder & CEO
Korvia's founder since 2006. Hosts every Korvia gathering and personally welcomes incoming teachers each season.
Ann Park
Founder & Director
Korvia's co-founder. Builds and maintains relationships with schools across Korea — and brings teachers into the alumni community for life.
Steven Shin
Manager & Senior Recruiter
EPIK + GOE programs lead. Coordinates Korvia Pre-Orientation and walks every teacher through documents, visa, and arrival logistics.
Kesung Anderson
MC & Guest Host
Korean-American TV personality and former U.S. national track athlete. Recurring MC at every Korvia teacher event since 2024.
Past Highlights · @korviaconsulting
Moments from past Korvia parties.
Quick look at what our seasonal gatherings feel like. Tap any highlight for the full event hub, or open Instagram for the full archive.
Stay in the Korvia family.
Whether you're placed today or graduated five years ago, you're still alumni. Follow Korvia anywhere — every party photo, every event, every recap is shared in the community.
Past partners we've loved working with: SentBe · Kimchi Mobile · Accurate Biometrics · Monument Visa
Frequently asked
Who counts as a Korvia alumni?▾
Anyone placed in Korea through Korvia — EPIK, GEPIK, SMOE, GOE, and partner hagwon programs — counts as Korvia alumni. Once placed, you stay in the alumni community for life. There is no fee, no application, and no expiration.
Are Korvia parties only for alumni?▾
No. Korvia parties are open to all current ESL teachers in Korea, incoming EPIK and hagwon teachers, Korvia applicants, and friends or partners of attending teachers (space-available basis). Free admission with RSVP. Korvia covers venue, programming, MC, raffle prizes, and a welcome drink for every guest.
When are the next Korvia parties?▾
Korvia hosts seasonal teacher meetups twice a year — one in spring (April – May) and one in fall (October) — plus occasional Summer BBQs, Christmas parties, and 치맥 (chicken & beer) meetups throughout the year. Sign up for Korvia alumni updates or follow Korvia on Instagram (@korviaconsulting) and Facebook (facebook.com/korvia) for announcements.
How do I join the alumni network?▾
If you're already placed through Korvia, you're already in. To stay connected, follow Korvia on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, and contact henry@korvia.com to be added to the alumni newsletter. Past attendees can also share their stories — submissions go to henry@korvia.com.
Is there a fee to attend?▾
No. Every Korvia teacher gathering — Spring Party, Fall Party, Summer BBQ, Christmas Party, 치맥 meetups — is free with RSVP. Korvia and its event sponsors cover venue, programming, MC, raffle prizes, and welcome drinks. Korvia does not charge teachers for placement, either; placement fees are paid by partner schools, not teachers.
Where can I see photos from past parties?▾
The Spring 2026 Party recap is published in the Korvia Magazine. Earlier party photos are archived on Korvia's Facebook page (facebook.com/korvia) and Instagram (@korviaconsulting). Aftermovies are published on Korvia's YouTube channel.
Can I sponsor or co-host a Korvia event?▾
Yes. Korvia partners with companies whose products genuinely help ESL teachers in Korea — current partners include SentBe (international remittance), Accurate Biometrics (FBI checks), Monument Visa (FBI apostille), Kimchi Mobile (eSIM), and Korea Travel Service (airport pickup). To explore partnership or sponsorship, see /partnership-opportunities-with-korvia.
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