Han Jong-Hee, Who Elevated Samsung's Television Business, Dies
Han, a co-chief executive who oversaw company’s consumer electronics and mobile devices businesses, died at the age of 63 after being treated for cardiac arrest.
Seoul:
Han joined Samsung in 1988 and spent most of his career in TV-related divisions, during which the company became the world’s leading TV manufacturer. He was appointed co-vice chairman and CEO in 2022. Samsung, one of the world’s largest technology companies, has dual strengths in components and finished consumer products.
Han Jong-Hee, a senior Samsung Electronics executive credited with elevating the company's television business, died Tuesday, the company said. He was 63. Han, a co-chief executive who oversaw the company’s consumer electronics and mobile devices businesses, died at a hospital after being treated for cardiac arrest, Samsung said.
It has separate CEOs for major business divisions, including semiconductors, all under the broader leadership of third-generation corporate heir and chairman Lee Jae-yong. It wasn't immediately clear who would step in as Han’s successor.
Read More :