Samsung Chairman Dies at 78

Chairman Lee was a true visionary who transformed Samsung into the world-leading innovator and industrial powerhouse from a local business,” Samsung said in a statement. “All of us at Samsung will cherish his memory and are grateful for the journey we shared with him.”

Kim-hee’s son Jay Y. Lee has been leading the company since becoming Vice Chairman in 2012 and is expected to inherit his father’s chairmanship.

Lee Kun-hee, built Samsung into a global smart phones, televisions and computer chips was also convicted twice, for white-collar crimes committed.

When Mr. Lee took the helm at Samsung Group in 1987, after the death of his father and the conglomerate’s founder, Lee Byung-chull, many in the only knew the company for its cheap products.

However, Lee Kun-hee pushed the company up the technological giant status. By the early 1990s, Samsung had surpassed many Japanese and American rival companies to become a pacesetter in memory chips.

Recent Posts

Actress Beverly Osu shares stunning Photos of herself in bikini

Beverly Osu, a renowned Nigerian actress, has recently showcased her stunning physique in a bikini. The actress is currently on… Read More

1 hour ago

“I Have No Issues With European People”- Seun Kuti

Seun Kuti has explained that he is not against European people, but rather against European colonialism. On January 13, 2025,… Read More

1 hour ago

Nigerian man calls out filling station for selling ₦35k worth of air instead of fuel in his car

A Nigerian man has accused a filling station of selling him air worth ₦35,000 instead of fuel and plans to… Read More

1 hour ago

“My life got better after Mohbad’s Death” – Mohbad’s dad reveals

Joseph Aloba, the father of late singer Mohbad, discusses his son's struggles with his wife Wunmi and allegations of cheating… Read More

1 hour ago

Woli Arole warns ladies cohabiting with boyfriends following troubling video

Woli Arole has criticized young women cohabiting with their boyfriends following a disturbing video involving a man and his girlfriend.… Read More

1 hour ago

Phyno’s Bouncer Apologizes For Nearly Bouncing Billionaire Zenco At His Mum’s Funeral

Phyno's bouncer, who recently bounced billionaire Zenco from an event, has shared his thoughts. A video surfaced from the burial… Read More

1 hour ago

This website uses cookies.