Life Summary
Kim Dong-kwan is Vice Chairman of Hanwha Group.

He serves as CEO of Hanwha’s Strategy Division, as well as the strategy divisions of Hanwha Solutions and Hanwha Aerospace, and the investment division of Hanwha Impact.

He is accelerating the growth of Hanwha Group’s core portfolios in defense and energy, while seeking a rebound in its struggling chemical business.

Having effectively completed the transfer of key controlling stakes that secure his grip over the group, the era of the third-generation owner is imminent.

He was born on October 31, 1983, as the eldest of the three sons of Kim Seung-youn, Chairman of Hanwha Group.

He graduated from St. Paul’s School in the United States and Harvard University with a degree in political science.

After joining Hanwha, he worked at Hanwha SolarOne and Hanwha Q CELLS.

He was appointed President and CEO of Hanwha Solutions after the merger of Hanwha Chemical and Hanwha Q CELLS.

As head of Hanwha’s Strategy Division, he began overseeing the group and consolidated his leadership by concurrently serving as CEO of Hanwha Solutions, Hanwha Aerospace, and Hanwha Impact.

He reorganized Hanwha Group’s business portfolio around aerospace, defense, marine, and energy, while leading the acquisition of the solar power company and Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, thereby laying the foundation for succession.

He is known for his refined manners and deep dedication to work.

He is a close contemporary of Chung Ki-sun, Vice Chairman and CEO of HD Hyundai, with only a one-year age difference, maintaining a strong personal bond while competing in business.

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