Journal of the Korean Geographical Society 대한지리학회지 ISSN:1225-6633(Print)

The purpose of this study is to find a start-up process of community business, to understand the role of regional value chain, and to examine a case study of a regional network that will enhance residents’capability. The findings are as follows: Community business management companies have generally not entered the business development stage of the start-up process of specific non-profit activities. This is because they are in early stages of development. The management companies who have self-sustaining ability will move into a stage of growth, stability, and differentiation in the future. In addition, these management companies have not been able to grow due to regional specialization and insufficient networking with NPOs, civic groups, business operators, corporations, universities, research institutes, chambers of commerce, and youth associations. Lack of networking has caused lack of social capital, resulting in insignificant growth. A reliable partnership between administrative agencies and residents is important in creating social capital. A community business needs to develop and maintain relationships with organizations within and outside of the region in using resources throughout the project.