Chung Yong-jin
Chung Yong-jin | |
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| Born | September 19, 1968 South Korea |
| Occupation | Corporate leader |
| Years active | –present |
| Known for | Chairperson of Shinsegae |
Chung Yong-jin (; born 19 September 1968) is a prominent South Korean corporate leader who has served as the chairperson of Shinsegae since March 2024.
As of April 2024, Forbes estimates his net worth at US$1.25 billion, ranking him 26th among the wealthiest individuals in South Korea. Chung is a descendant of notable figures, being the grandson of National Assembly member Chung Sang-hee and Samsung Group's founder Lee Byung-chul.
Early life and education
Chung is the sole son of Lee Myung-hee, the chairwoman of Shinsegae Group, and a direct descendant of Samsung's founder Lee Byung-chul. He completed his secondary education at Kyungbock High School before obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Brown University.
Personal life
Among his relatives are Samsung Group chairman Lee Jae-yong and CJ Group chairman Lee Jay-hyun, who are his cousins.
In 1995, Chung wed actress Go Hyun-jung, with whom he has two children named Jung Hae-chan and Jung Hae-in. The couple divorced in 2003, after which Chung was granted custody. He later married flautist Han Ji-hee, daughter of former Korean Air executive Han Sang-bum, in 2011.
Chung is recognized for his active engagement with the public through social media platforms, maintaining a significant role within South Korea’s corporate sector.