Lily Sunyoung Ong
Managing Director Republic of Korea

Lily Sunyoung Oh is Managing Director of Barker Henley Global Korea, where she leads the firm’s strategic advisory and cross-border partnership initiatives across North Asia. With more than 20 years of international business experience, Lily specialises in global market expansion, strategic partnerships and digital platform development, with a strong track record connecting Asian companies with opportunities in the United States and other global markets.

Over the course of her career, Lily has built deep expertise in international business development, helping organisations navigate complex global markets and establish high-value partnerships. Her work has spanned emerging energy industries, venture investment ecosystems and global consumer platforms, where she has led initiatives focused on overseas market entry, investment strategy and the development of international collaboration frameworks.

Alongside her strategic advisory experience, Lily has also been closely involved in building globally focused digital ventures. She has worked with Korean brands and content creators to expand into international markets through digital content, intellectual property and influencer-led platforms, strengthening commercial connections between Korea and the United States and supporting the global reach of Korean brands and creative industries.

Fluent in English and Korean, with additional Japanese language capability, Lily brings a highly international perspective to Barker Henley Global’s work with clients seeking growth, partnerships and investment opportunities across borders. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Yonsei University.