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Chairman of SK Group and KCCI
- Chey Tae-won is the chairman of SK Group. He also serves as the chairman of affiliates SK Innovation, SK Hynix, and SK Telecom, as well as the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Emphasizing ESG management, he is expanding the eco-friendly business portfolio through investments in hydrogen and electric vehicle batteries.
He is building a group-wide "financial story" that aims to be trusted and empathized with by the market and stakeholders, beyond just revenue and operating profit.
He was born on December 3, 1960, in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, as the eldest son of Chey Jong-hyun, the chairman of Sunkyong Group (now SK Group).
He graduated from Shinil High School and studied physics at Korea University. He completed a combined master's and doctoral program in economics at the University of Chicago Graduate School.
He joined SK Trading as a manager, then served as a director at SK America, and later as a managing director at SK Trading before becoming vice chairman and CEO of SK.
After becoming the chairman and CEO of SK, he also took on the role of CEO for SK Innovation and SK Hynix.
In 2022, he elevated SK Group to the second-largest business group in Korea by total assets, surpassing Hyundai Motor Group.
He is actively engaged in external activities as the chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He also served as the chairman of the private committee supporting the bid for the 2030 Busan World Expo.
He is highly regarded for his global network and sense of business.
#CheyTaeWon #SKGroup #SKInnovation #SKHynix #SKTelecom #ESGManagement #HydrogenInvestment #EVBatteries #KoreaChamberOfCommerce #BusanExpoBid
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CEO of DL E&C
Park Sang-shin
- Park Sang-shin is the CEO of DL E&C.
He was born on April 6, 1962.
He graduated from Daehung High School in Yesan, Chungnam, and studied Business Administration at Korea University.
He began his career at Samho, where he held positions such as Executive Director and Head of the Management Innovation Division. He then served as Vice President and CEO of Korea Development Corporation, Executive Director of the Architecture Business Division at Daelim Industrial, Vice President of the Housing Business Division at Daelim Industrial, and Vice President and CEO of Daelim Industrial.
After stepping down as CEO of Daelim Industrial, he was appointed CEO of DL Construction. Along with his role as CEO of DL Construction, he also took on the role of Head of the Housing Business Division at DL E&C.
He is known for his excellent crisis management skills.
His management philosophy emphasizes the importance of the "sum of experiences," and he promotes discussions and meetings that utilize collective intelligence.
#ParkSangshin #DLConstruction #DLE&C #CEO #HousingBusiness #KoreaUniversity #crisismanagement #collectiveintelligence #managementphilosophy #leadership
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Chairman of Hankook & Company
Cho Hyun-bum
- Cho Hyun-bum is the Chairman and CEO of Hankook & Company, the holding company of Hankook & Company Group. He also serves as Chairman of its subsidiary, Hankook Tire & Technology.
He is focusing on completing the acquisition of Hanon Systems, the world’s second-largest automotive thermal management company, and driving internal integration to create synergies with the existing group.
Born on January 7, 1972, in Haman County, Gyeongnam Province, Cho Hyun-bum is the second son of Cho Yang-rae, Honorary Chairman of Hankook & Company Group.
He graduated from Dwight-Englewood High School in the United States and earned a degree in finance from Boston College.
After serving as Head of the Marketing Division at Hankook Tire, he moved to the position of Head of Corporate Strategy at Hankook Tire Worldwide (now Hankook & Company), the group's holding company.
Following the spin-off of Hankook Tire & Technology from Hankook & Company, he joined the tire business company, Hankook Tire & Technology. Before Cho Hyun-sik, Advisor at Hankook & Company, assumed the role of Non-Executive Director of Hanon Systems, Cho Hyun-bum served as an Executive Director of Hanon Systems.
He returned to management in 2020 as the sole CEO of Hankook & Company after receiving a suspended sentence in a trial related to personal misconduct.
In 2023, he was arrested on charges of embezzlement and breach of trust. As of 2024, he is currently out on bail and undergoing trial without detention.
Cho emphasizes creativity and a proactive corporate culture, actively engaging in communication with employees.
He is the son-in-law of former President Lee Myung-bak.
#ChoHyunBum #HankookAndCompany #HankookTire #HanonSystems #KoreanBusiness #CorporateLeadership #HankookGroup #AutomotiveIndustry #Leadership #KoreanCEO #BusinessNews #LeeMyungBakFamily #KoreanCompanies
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CEO of Hanwha General Insurance
Na Chea-bum
- Na Chea-bum is the CEO of Hanwha General Insurance.
He has chosen femtech as a future growth area and is focusing on developing insurance products tailored to become "the insurance company that understands women the best."
He was born on November 13, 1965, in Goryeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do.
He graduated from Gyeongbuk Mechanical Technical High School and earned a law degree from Yeungnam University. He later obtained a master's degree in business administration (MBA) from Sungkyunkwan University Graduate School.
Known as one of Hanwha Group's leading financial experts, he is highly regarded for his expertise in insurance sales and marketing.
At Hanwha Life, he served in roles such as Gyeongbuk Regional Head, CPC Strategy Director and Head of Change and Innovation Task Force (TF), Management Control Team Leader, Personal Support Team Leader, Head of Management Innovation, and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
At Hanwha General Insurance, he is expected to contribute to business stabilization and improved profitability through reforms in sales practices and modernization of management systems.
He values communication with employees and has demonstrated strong leadership and execution capabilities.
#NaCheaBum #Hanwha #HanwhaGeneralInsurance #Femtech #InsuranceInnovation #Leadership #KoreanCEO #FinancialExpert #BusinessStabilization #InsuranceMarketing
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President of Republic of Korea
Yoon Suk-yeol
- Yoon Suk-yeol is the President of South Korea.
He prioritizes solving the population decline issue, boosting the economy, and healthcare reform in governing the country.
Born on December 18, 1960, in Seoul, as the eldest son between Yoon Ki-jung, an honorary professor at Yonsei University, and Choi Jeong-ja, a former professor at Ewha Womans University.
He graduated from Seoul Chung-Ahm High School and Seoul National University Law School, obtaining a master's degree in law from Seoul National University Graduate School.
He started his career as a prosecutor at the Daegu District Prosecutors' Office after passing the 33rd Judicial Examination.
He served as the Deputy Head of the 2nd and 1st Departments of the Supreme Prosecutors' Office, Chief of Special Division 1 at the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office, and Chief Prosecutor of Yeosu Branch at the Suwon District Prosecutors' Office before becoming the Chief Prosecutor of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office.
He was appointed as the Prosecutor General of the Moon Jae-in government, seen as a suitable figure for prosecutorial reform.
However, he resigned as Prosecutor General after clashing with the Moon Jae-in government over the investigation of Cho Kuk, former Minister of Justice, and entered politics.
He was elected as the People Power Party's presidential candidate in the 2021 presidential election and won the presidency in 2022.
Following the ruling party's defeat in the April 2024 general election, it is expected that he will adopt a defensive approach in the latter half of his administration.
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CEO of POSCO
Lee Si-woo
- Lee Si-woo is the CEO and President of POSCO.
He is focused on improving POSCO's profitability and transitioning to a low-carbon production system.
Born in October 1960, Lee graduated from Hanyang University with a degree in Metallurgy.
He began his career at Pohang Iron and Steel Co. (POSCO's predecessor).
Lee served as the head of POSCO Maharashtra in India. Upon returning to Korea, he held key positions including Deputy Head of Rolling at the Gwangyang Steelworks, Head of Steel Production Strategy, Head of Safety and Environment, and Head of Production Technology. Over a 40-year career, he has dedicated his professional life entirely to POSCO.
In March 2023, Lee was appointed CEO and President of POSCO, working alongside Vice Chairman and Co-CEO Kim Hak-dong in a co-leadership system.
As of February 2024, Lee has been serving as the sole CEO and President of POSCO.
With over four decades at POSCO, Lee is a seasoned expert in the steel industry.
#POSCO #LeeSiwoo #steelindustry #lowcarbon #sustainability #Koreanceo #metallurgy #HanyangUniversity #GwangyangSteelworks #leadership
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Chairman of Hyundai Motor Group
Chung Eui-sun
- Chung Eui-sun is the Chairman of Hyundai Motor Group. He concurrently serves as the CEO of both Hyundai Motor Company and Hyundai Mobis.
He is focusing the organization's capabilities on transforming Hyundai Motor Group into a "smart mobility solution company" that comprehensively provides mobility-related services, such as urban air mobility (UAM) and autonomous driving.
Born on October 18, 1970, in Seoul, he is the eldest son of Chung Mong-koo, Honorary Chairman of Hyundai Motor Group.
He graduated from Whimoon High School and obtained a degree in Business Administration from Korea University.
He joined Hyundai Precision Industry (now Hyundai Mobis) as a manager but soon went to the United States to study, earning an MBA from the University of San Francisco.
He worked at the New York branch of Japan's Itochu Corporation before joining Hyundai Motor as a purchasing manager.
He has held various positions, including Deputy Head of Domestic Sales Division at Hyundai Motor, Deputy Head of Planning Division at Hyundai-Kia Motors, CEO of Kia Motors, and Vice Chairman of Hyundai Motor, before becoming Chairman of Hyundai Motor Group in 2020.
Having received thorough management training from the ground up and succeeded to management rights, he enjoys a relatively favorable social view among third-generation conglomerate leaders.
As CEO of Kia Motors, he led "design management" and actively recruited overseas executives at Hyundai Motor, bringing a fresh perspective to the company.
He has established new leadership through generational change in Hyundai Motor Group and is dedicated to innovating corporate culture to prepare for the era of future cars.
He is known for his modest and humble demeanor and communicates openly with employees.
#ChungEuisun #HyundaiMotorGroup #smartmobility #urbanairmobility #autonomousdriving #corporateculture #designmanagement #leadership #futurecars #innovation
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Vice Chairman of LG Chem
Shin Hak-cheol
- Shin Hak-cheol is the Vice Chairman and CEO of LG Chem.
He is focusing his efforts on strengthening LG Chem’s non-petrochemical businesses, such as battery materials, eco-friendly materials, and global new drug development, with the goal of transforming LG Chem into a "top global science company."
Born on August 18, 1957, in a farming family in Goesan, Chungcheongbuk-do, Shin graduated from Cheongju High School.
He began his career as an engineer at Poongsan Metal Corporation before graduating from Seoul National University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
After moving to 3M Korea, he worked in the Philippines branch and later at 3M’s U.S. headquarters. Shin started at 3M as a junior employee and rose to become Executive Vice President overseeing 3M’s global business, earning the nickname "innovation evangelist."
Shin was recruited as Vice Chairman and CEO of LG Chem when LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo took office, and he began his second term as CEO in 2022.
He is the first external professional executive to lead LG Chem.
Shin emphasizes "leadership based on fundamentals and principles" and prioritizes hands-on field management. Since 2024, he has been focusing on fostering three new growth engines: battery materials, eco-friendly materials, and pharmaceuticals.
He highlights innovation, learning, communication, and debate as essential qualities of leadership.
#ShinHakcheol #LGChem #LGGroup #batterymaterials #ecofriendlymaterials #pharmaceuticals #leadership #Koreanbusiness #innovation #globalexpansion #professionalCEO
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Vice Chairman of Daishin Securities
Yang Hong-seok
- Yang Hong-seok is the Vice Chairman of Daishin Securities.
In March 2023, he succeeded his mother as the Chairman of the Board of Daishin Securities, marking the official beginning of the third-generation management of Daishin Financial Group.
He is focusing on revenue generation through business diversification.
Yang was born on April 20, 1981, in Seoul as the son of Yang Hoi-moon, the former Chairman of Daishin Securities, and Lee Auh-ryung, the current Chairman of Daishin Financial Group. He is the grandson of Yang Jae-bong, the honorary chairman and founder of Daishin Securities.
Yang graduated from Hyundai High School in Seoul and went on to earn a degree in Business Administration from Seoul National University.
He worked at Daishin Securities' Seolleung Station branch and Myeongdong branch, and within a year, he was promoted to Executive Director of Daishin Asset Management.
After serving as Senior Executive Director, Vice President, and President, he was promoted to Vice Chairman in 2021.
He avoids media exposure.
Yang is known for his strong interpersonal skills and actively communicates with employees.
#YangHongSeok #DaishinSecurities #ViceChairman #DaishinFinancialGroup #thirdgenerationmanagement #businessdiversification #YangHoiMoon #LeeAuhRyung #SeoulNationalUniversity #corporateleadership
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CEO of Nexon
Lee Jung-hun
- Lee Jung-hun is the CEO of Nexon.
Nexon is headquartered in Japan and serves as the parent company of the Nexon Group. It oversees Nexon Korea as a subsidiary.
The company is focusing on expanding its existing games to overseas markets and launching new titles by utilizing new intellectual property (IP) to maintain its growth trajectory.
Following the passing of Kim Jung-ju, the founder of Nexon and CEO of NXC, Lee has been concentrating on stabilizing the organization.
Lee was born on March 12, 1979.
He began his career at Nexon Korea as a game planning associate and later held various positions, including Head of Neople Control Center, Head of FIFA Division at Nexon Korea, and Vice President. He was eventually appointed as CEO of Nexon Korea and, by the end of 2023, was designated as the CEO of Nexon's Japanese headquarters.
Lee demonstrated his expertise in marketing through the use of game IPs and played a pivotal role in the successful launch of *FIFA Online 3*, helping it gain popularity in the domestic PC café market.
As a rare non-developer to become a CEO in the gaming industry, Lee has garnered attention for both his management capabilities and performance.
He has been a gaming enthusiast since his high school years, particularly enjoying Nexon games, and values diversity in game development.
#LeeJungHun #Nexon #NexonKorea #gamingindustry #FIFAOnline3 #NXC #Neople #gameIP #gamingCEO #PCcafe
