Ahn Hyun-mo, a former reporter who works as an interpreter and broadcaster, said she learned from the demeanor of Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong while hosting an international event.
On the 11th, the MBC variety show Radio Star featured Lee Dong-jin, Ahn Hyun-mo, Orbit, and Nucksal. That day, Ahn recalled the site of the APEC CEO Summit Korea 2025, which she had hosted, and shared a moment that left a strong impression.
Ahn said, "At the opening ceremony, the heads of companies were seated in the front row, and Chairman Lee Jae-yong was in the center seat." She added, "While listening to the president's speech, others were leaning back in their chairs, but Lee Jae-yong sat at the edge with his back off the chair, kept his back straight, and listened intently."
She said, "There must have been events the night before and a breakfast in the morning, but seeing him focus in that posture made me correct even my standing posture," adding, "Even 'Jae Dragon' (Chairman Lee Jae-yong's nickname) works that hard at social life, so I thought I should stand up straight, too."
Ahn also described the atmosphere at the APEC venue in Gyeongju at the time. She added, "Because delays by several leaders pushed the event back, I had to keep apologizing as the host and the tension was considerable, but even in that situation, the attendees gave applause, which gave me strength."
Ahn also mentioned an experience of encountering U.S. President Trump backstage. She said, "I held my breath and did exactly as I was told," adding, "I wanted to talk to him, but I couldn't say a single word."