New ceo of samsung
As of March 2020, the new CEO of Samsung Electronics is Lee Jae-yong, also known as Jay Y. Lee. He is the vice chairman of Samsung Electronics and has been serving as the company's de facto leader since 2017.
Lee Jae-yong is the son of Lee Kun-hee, the late chairman of Samsung Group, and has been involved in the company's operations for many years. He has played a key role in shaping Samsung's strategy and has been instrumental in the company's growth and success.
Under Lee Jae-yong's leadership, Samsung has continued to innovate and expand its product offerings, including its flagship Galaxy smartphones, TVs, and home appliances. The company has also made significant investments in emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, 5G, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Lee Jae-yong has also been focused on improving Samsung's corporate governance and transparency, and has implemented various initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion within the company.
Here are some key facts about Lee Jae-yong:
- Born: July 20, 1968
- Education: Harvard University (MBA)
- Career: Samsung Electronics (1991-present), Vice Chairman (2017-present)
- Family: Son of Lee Kun-hee, late chairman of Samsung Group
- Interests: Technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship
It's worth noting that Lee Jae-yong's appointment as CEO was not without controversy. In 2019, he was sentenced to prison for his role in a corruption scandal involving former South Korean President Park Geun-hye. However, he was released from prison in February 2020 after a court reduced his sentence and suspended it for four years.