Kim Do-young officially took office as the new president of the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Development Corporation on September 16. He plans to prioritize enhancing the competitiveness of Jeju Samdasu while focusing on management innovation and sustainable growth.
The Jeju Development Corporation announced that Kim began his official duties as the 13th president after receiving his appointment letter from Governor Wi Seong-gon of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province earlier that morning.
A native of Jeju, Kim graduated from Ohyeon High School and earned a degree in business administration from Seoul National University. He has approximately 27 years of experience in the private sector, having worked at LG Uplus and GS Construction, where he was responsible for sales, distribution, new business development, and management. Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience in formulating sales strategies, discovering new business opportunities, and managing organizations and projects.
Upon taking office, Kim intends to focus his efforts on strengthening the competitiveness of Jeju Samdasu. With increasing competition in the bottled water market and rapidly changing consumer and distribution environments, he aims to assess core operations and enhance the brand's position as the leading domestic product.
Kim plans to apply his management experience from the private sector to the corporation's operations. He aims to combine the speed and innovation of private enterprises with the responsibilities and public nature of a public corporation, seeking a balance between public service and profitability. He will also emphasize on-site management, open communication, and the establishment of a transparent organizational culture.
“I will combine the speed and innovation of the private sector with the responsibilities and public nature of a public corporation, ensuring that the achievements from enhancing Jeju Samdasu's competitiveness benefit Jeju and its residents,” Kim said. “I will seek answers in the field and demonstrate results,” he added.
On his first day in office, Kim will begin on-site management by visiting key business locations. After receiving his appointment letter, he will pay respects at the Jeju Anti-Japanese Memorial Hall, the National Jeju Veterans Cemetery, and the Jeju 4.3 Peace Park. In the afternoon, he will hold an inauguration ceremony at the Samdasu business site with employees and union members.
Following the ceremony, he plans to visit the union office, the research building and office at the Samdasu business site, the Samdasu factory, and the Citrus Factory No. 1, where he will gather feedback from employees.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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