Cheongju Chamber of Commerce and Industry - KCCI

http://cheongjucci.korcham.net

Chamber ofCommerce &Industry

Address 106 Sangdang-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

TEL 043-229-2700 FAX 043-254-2766Homepage http://cheongjucci.korcham.net

The top economic organization for the promotion of corporate success

Charter of Service for Members of the Cheongju CCI

All employees of the Cheongju Chamber of Commerce and Industry (“Cheongju CCI”),

a leading economic organization, are committed to the following in the support and

provision of top services for the success of all member businesses.

We at the Cheongju CCI promise to:

▶ Make earning the trust of members our top propriety.

▶ Dedicate ourselves to the improvement of local commerce, industries, and community development.

▶ Make every effort to ease business regulations using a business-minded perspective.

▶ Offer prompt and precise services that meet the needs of the digital era.

Chungju/JincheonCheongju Airport

Sintanjin/BoeunCheongwon IC

Gyeongbu/Jungbu ICJochiwon/Terminal

Cheongju CCI

CheongjuCity Hall

The Korean Teachers’

Credit UnionCheongjudaegyo Bridge Sangdang Park

Chungcheongbuk-do Provincial Government

2001~현재

2001. 07. 01 Designated a registered agency of the International Article

Number (EAN) barcode

2003. 03. 04 Establishment of the Electronic Signature Digital Certificate Center

2011. 09. 01 Establishment of the Chungbuk FTA Support Center

2012. 02. 23 Election of councilors for the 21st term

2013. 11. 28 Establishment of the Chungbuk Regional Human Resources

Development Committee

2015. 02. 23 Election of councilors for the 22st term

1981~2000

1986. 03. 02 Establishment of sister relationship between the Korea-Japan

Friendship Chungcheongbuk-do Association and the Japan-

Korea Friendship Association of Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan

1991. 06. 06 Establishment of sister relationship between the Cheongju CCI

and the Kofu CCI

1994. 11. 02 Inauguration of the Cheongju Committee for the Corporate

Innovation Campaign

1994. 11. 02 Inauguration of the Job Placement Agency at the Cheongju CCI

1995. 04. 26 Establishment of the Cheongju chapter of ‘Single PPM’ Quality

Improvement Campaign Headquarters

2000. 02. 01 Establishment of the Chungcheongbuk-do Regional Intellectual

Property Center

2000. 09. 01 Establishment of the Electronic Commerce Resource Center (ECRC)

Businesses are the true owners of the Cheongju CCI.

The Chairman of the Cheongju Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Cheongju CCI) represents all member businesses during his/her term in office and is elected by the vote of councilors. Employees of the Cheongju CCI work from a business standpoint to ensure maximum benefits for member corporations.

The Cheongju CCI is a global, economic organization.

The Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), comprised of 72 regional CCIs, is the nation’s largest economic organization and is the only global economic entity of Korea that represents an entire nation at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). Using its close business network of chambers of commerce and industry in 130 countries worldwide, the KCCI offers the critical assistance needed by Korean firms to advance into the global market.

History 1900~1980

1919. 10. 31 Foundation of the Cheongju Chamber of Commercial Affairs

1953. 10. 31 Obtaining of approval for the establishment of the Cheongju

Chamber of Commerce and Industry (public corporation)

1954. 01. 20 Election of inaugural members

1967. 10. 25 Construction of new office building

1978. 01. 25 Formation of the Korea-American Friendship Committee at

Chungcheongbuk-do

1979. 09. 01 Establishment of the Cheongju Regional Intellectual Property

Center

1979. 10. 25 Formation of the Korea-Japan Friendship Chungcheongbuk-do

Association

1980. 04. 01 Expansion of service areas (Boeun-gun, Okcheon- gun,

Yeongdong-gun)

The Cheongju CCI has an infrastructure that provides managerial support for businesses.

The Cheongju CCI is involved in many activities and provides a variety of services that are beneficial to its member corporations. As such, the Cheongju CCI provides consultation and economic information related to corporate management as well as assistance regarding informatization, trade certification, education, promotion, and labor development.

The Cheongju CCI is an active participant in the passing of government policies.

As an active participant in government policy-making and a representative of the business community, the Cheongju CCI is a strong voice that advocates for businesses in the passing of major policies in relation to the economy, enterprises, environment, labor, and trade. The Cheongju CCI speaks on behalf of businesses, educating the government on the difficulties faced by corporations, protecting corporate rights and benefits, and leading national development in the right direction.

About the Cheongju CCI

Cheongju

Chamber of Commerce &

Industry

CHEONGJU CCI

Membership

Organization

Voluntary Members Any corporation that is not an ex officio member may register as a voluntary member. Voluntary members have the same legal status in the Cheongju CCI as ex officio members.

Special MembersAny non-profit corporation or organization related to commerce and industry may register as a special member

Membership Procedure

Required Documents

Membership application, membership registry, copy of business registration certificate

Corporations,

IndividualsCheongju CCI

Submission of Membership Application

Approval, Notification

Service Areas

Cheongju-si

Boeun-gun

Okcheon-gun

Yeongdong-gun

Jeungpyeong-gun

Goesan-gun

Advisor/consultants Chairman General Meetingof Councilors

Vice Chairman Auditor/ Standing Councilors

Secretary General Subcommittees

Chungbuk Intellectual Property

Center

Chungbuk RegionalHuman Resources

Development Committee

Membership Affairs

Department

Investigation and Promotion Department

Nambu Regional

Headquarters

Planning and Management Department

The Cheongju CCI is a private economic organization that was established and is operated under the Chambers of Commerce and Industry Act. Any corporation with a half-year sales total of KRW 2.5 billion or more is legally entitled to become a member in the Cheongju CCI without applying for separate membership registration. Any other corporation that wishes to join the Cheongju CCI may do so by following the proper procedures.

The Cheongju CCI provides thefollowing areas of support.

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Support to resolve corporate challenges

Education, training, andlabor development

Corporate management support

Informatization support

Networking support

Global marketing support

Support for government-related projects

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Government involvementThe Cheongju CCI explores and analyzes pressing issues facing the local economy as well as business regulations and challenges facing domestic corporations, and prepares and suggests alternative policies to relevant government organizations.

Operation of one-stop corporate management consultation centerThe Cheongju CCI operates a one-stop support center that is dedicated to resolving the unique business challenges that face each of its member corporations.

Investigation and research activitiesInvestigates trends and prospects of regional businesses by sector as well as local economic issues

and trends in order to establish workable management plans and provide the information needed by

companies to meet economic challenges

Hosting of policy forums with top, invited government officials Provides opportunities for members to meet with government officials involved in policy-making in order

to make suggestions for the resolution of business-specific issues and challenges

One-to-one business supportEstablishes a friendly rapport between the Cheongju CCI and its members to address and solve member-

specific problems and challenges

Support to resolve corporate challengesSupport for resolving complaints and easing industrial regulations

The Cheongju CCI is the top economic organization for the improvement of business regulations, resolution of business challenges, advocating for the rights and benefits of businesses, and the proposal of policies to protect the regional economy.

The Cheongju CCI is committed to addressing and resolving difficulties facing businesses

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Support for resolving complaints and easing industrial regulationsWe do our best to resolve complaints by finding solutions and help ease industrial regulations.


Report of problem

Call center043-229-2742

(Members only)

- Provision of information- Managerial consultation- Report of difficulties associated with government regulations

Receipt and Classification Resolution

Follow-up Management

- Provision of solution - Consultation with specialists- Suggestion of policies to relevant government ministries

- Sending of results- Confirmation of results (Consultation Center)

Operation of management consultation center Consultation provided to members by professionals in corporate management fields such as commercial

affairs, law, taxes, accounting, personnel management, labor, patents, technology, trade, and customs to

help members solve their unique problems and challenges

Forum and seminars on policies and laws Events, forums, and seminars hosted to help members develop an understanding of domestic and

international economic trends, government policies, and managerial and local issues

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Business practices trainingTraining held throughout the year on business practices in the fields of tax, accounting, labor, marketing,

environment, electronic bidding, and patents

Operation of courses for senior executivesPromotes the understanding of CEOs and senior executives to build better strategies to cope with changes

in business environments● CEO Academy - Period: conducted in the first half (March thru June) and the second

half (September thru December) of the year, 15-week course● Intellectual Property Management Academy

- Period: conducted in the first half (April thru May) of the year, 8-week course

Onsite corporate training servicesProfessional instructors visit and provide education on topics requested by corporations

Online education (e-hakdang): www.ehakdang.comOffers various educational contents through online distance learning (e-learning) to small and medium-

sized enterprises

Education, training, and human resources development Support for education, training and HR development

The Cheongju CCI offers members a variety of educational programs-such as online education, business practices training, and onsite education-through the use of proven educational content and a differentiated educational system. By providing the knowledge and information necessary for corporations to grow and thrive in a competitive global environment, the Cheongju CCI helps members further strengthen their competitive edge

Enhancing corporate competitiveness through the strengthening of human resources

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Support for education, training and HR developmentWe strive to improve industrial competitiveness by strengthening the human resource capacity of industries.

National Technical Qualification TestAdministers national tests for technical qualifications (professional level and basic level) to cultivate

industrial manpower

National technical qualifications

Word-processing, computer literacy, electronic accounting operation, administration, Hangeul stenography, e-commerce management, e-commerce operation

National Qualification

Distribution management

National certification Chinese characters, English for international trade, FLEX, IT PLUS

● Periodic Tests

● Tests conducted throughout the year - Word-processing, computer literacy, electronic accounting operation, KCCI Chinese characters, OPIc

Support for KCCI General Aptitude Test (K-TEST)Administers the K-Test (personality, competency, knowledge) for the recruitment of new employees or the

assessment of current employees

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Corporate Management SupportSupport for industry management

The Cheongju CCI provides various types of assistance for successful corporate management.

Offers a variety of services necessary for effective corporate management

Issuance of trade-related certificates

● Membership certification : certificate validating the trustworthiness of a corporation in international transactions, widely used in the trade, investment, or issuance of commercial visas

● Trade certification : documents required for customs clearance and negotiation of international trade transactions, examples include the General Certificate of Origin (free Issue to Members), Tariff-Concession Certificate of Origin, FTA Certificate of Origin, and other trade-related certificates

Product liability insurance (PL)Provides guidance on effective responses under the Product Liability Act and offers preferential services, such as a 30 % discount on insurance premiums, to member corporations

“Single PPM” quality innovation guidance and certificationIn order to enhance product quality in the manufacturing industry, the Cheongju CCI offers guidance on the “Single PPM” quality innovation drive, quality certification education, and the establishment of SME quality innovation systems. The Cheongju CCI is also an authorized issuer of “Single PPM” certification

Youth and adult internship supportProvides youth and adults with opportunities for internship at small and medium-sized companies in order to enhance individual job capabilities and employability as well as provide needed manpower to small and medium-sized businesses● Supports SME through the provision of internship costs and provides additional support for SMEs that hire interns as full-time staff

Support for industry management

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We provide a variety of services necessary for industry management

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EAN code registration services● Education on the EAN code system and EAN management (held on Wednesdays)● Consultation and provision of documents for application registration

Support for government recognition● Recommendation of promising SMEs as recipients of government awards - Investigates and publicizes SMEs with high growth potential and renders them eligible to win government projects

● Recognition of outstanding businesses - Offers official recognition and awards to businessmen who have contributed to the growth of the local economy (Day

of Commerce and Industry, Corporate Innovation Awards, Sustainable Management Awards, etc.)

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Informatization SupportSupport for business informatization

The Cheongju CCI provides corporate informatization services to enhance business management efficiency and reduce costs.

Provides assistance for corporate informatization.

Korchambiz (www.korchambiz.net) service Free, one-stop provision of reliable business information including over half a million business

items and over 1.2 million product listings. Also includes information on corporate services, finance,

transactions, and recruitment

Issuance of electronic billing (www.korchambill.net)Provides a members-only system for the issuance of unlimited, free electronic tax bills

Issuance of digital certificates for digital signatures The Cheongju CCI issues general-use certificates in cooperation with the Korea Information Certificate

Authority Inc., Korea Electronic Certification Authority, Korea Paperless Trade Center, and Koscom

Corporation to be used on electronic transactions, and offers digital certificates for the verification of

certificate of origin.

Support for the free creation of websites (http://web.korchambiz.net) Supports the production of SME websites for online marketing

Support for business

informatization

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We support the informatization of

industries and various types of business data.

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General services Premium services (exclusive for members)

● 500,000 items listed in domestic corporate

databases ● Online product promotion services

● Recruitment information services

● List of companies and financial analysis services

● Provision of general services PLUS the following

＋ 500,000 download items in domestic

corporate databases

＋ Over 2,500 business form downloads

＋ Provision of emails and domains for corporate use

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Networking SupportSupport for human networks

The Cheongju CCI assists in the creation of new businesses through the provision of important networking opportunities.The Cheongju CCI helps corporations build a strong network with other professionals in diverse fields related to corporate

management and provides them with invaluable opportunities to create new businesses.

Host of the annual Cheongju CCI New Year’s celebration Provides an occasion for regional business leaders to gather, network, and celebrate the New Year

Host of exclusive CEO meetings Provides opportunities for CEOs, government officials, and representatives of local governments to

meet and discuss the latest government policies, share managerial information, and resolve pressing

issues facing businesses

Operation of Chungbuk Knowledge Management ForumHosting of regular seminars and lectures by invited professionals, creating the largest learning

community of CEOs in Chungbuk Province

Operation of the Chungbuk Intellectual Property Business Leaders ClubEducates SMEs on the importance of intellectual property, fosters intellectual property-based

management, and develops a network of exchange and cooperation for the utilization and protection

of intellectual property technologies

Support for human networks

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We provide assistance in creating new business opportunities through the establishment of advisory networks.

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Provision of training sessions and meetings for CEOs and managers of member firmsProvides networking opportunities for executives of businesses across many different sectors

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Overseas Marketing Support● Support of member firms for participation in trade fairs● Sending of teams overseas to explore different markets and hold trade meetings● Support of firms to enter large distribution networks overseas● Support of firms to obtain foreign standard certifications ● Support of promotion and advertisements for domestic

businesses exporting overseas

Global Marketing Support Support for global marketing

Actively supports the overseas advancement and marketing efforts of member businessesThe Cheongju CCI is actively engaged in international cooperation and trade promotion projects designed to invigorate

private sector economic cooperation and help member businesses explore overseas markets.

International Cooperation● Hosts policy discussions and trade-related presentations to equip businesses with the skills needed to

succeed in international trade● Organizes meetings between member corporations and foreign economic delegations● Strengthens relationship with its sister organizations overseas● Conducts collaborative projects through MOUs with foreign economic organizations ● Sends economic delegations overseas comprised of representatives from local governments and related

organizations

Support for global marketing

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We actively support the overseas expansion and marketing of industries.

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Conduct joint cooperative activities with governmentWe conduct a variety of activities for local companies, in cooperation with the national and local governments,with the goal of developing local economies.

Operation of the Chungbuk Intellectual Property CenterThe Cheongju CCI, in cooperation with the Korea Intellectual Property Office and the Chungcheongbuk-do Provincial Government, provides on-site customized knowledge services to member businesses. These services are provided by intellectual property experts who offer consultations on industrial property rights, the prevention of overlapped investment, and the resolution of disputes

● Consultation and financial support related to domestic and international application of patents, brands, and designs

● Support for investigation of advanced technologies and PM analysis

● Support for the development and application of brands and designs

● Provision of patent information services and free patent attorney services provided by invited public patent attorneys

● Education and hosting of presentations on intellectual property rights

Operation of Chungbuk FTA Utilization Support CenterThe Cheongju CCI has been officially designated by the Ministry of Trade, Infrastructure, and Energy as an organization that strengthens the global capacities of regional businesses and promotes exports under FTAs● FTA utilization education and on-site consultation by licensed custom agents

● Support for third-party verification of confirmation of origin, and support for the establishment of origin management systems

● Provision of education programs to cultivate FTA professionals

Operation of Chungbuk Human Resources Development CommitteeThe Cheongju CCI has been officially recognized by the Ministry of Employment and Labor as an organization that cultivates excellent human resources through the provision of training programs tailored to the needs of regional businesses. This customized training is provided by identifying the demands and needs of corporations and industries in Chungbuk Province, in order to relieve the labor shortage facing SMEs and reinvigorate the regional economy● Professional consultation for corporate human resources development

● Provision of free training to improve capabilities of new and current employees

● Exploration of labor issues specific to Chungbuk Province and policy proposal and development

● Research of policy alternatives, publicity, and employment

Government CollaborationConduct joint cooperative activities with government

The Cheongju CCI, in collaboration with the central and local governments, is involved in activities that support the development of regional economies and corporations.The Cheongju CCI supports knowledge-based management and promotes the global capacities of member corporations. The Cheongju CCI works to expand exports utilizing FTAs, relieve labor shortages, and prepare customized educational programs.

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Partnership and collaboration servicesIn cooperation with specialized businesses in management fields, the Cheongju CCI provides managerial service for member corporations. The Cheongju CCI provides services in the following areas

International courier and transport

Corporate welfare and training sessions

Translation and interpretation for overseas business trips

Financing and asset management


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