On the 30th, iMarket Korea, a specialized distributor of industrial materials, announced that it has nominated Kim Hak-jae as the new CEO. Kim is expected to be officially appointed as CEO after a formal vote by the board of directors.
Kim, who majored in economics at the University of Oregon in the United States, joined the Samsung Group in 1997 through public recruitment and is regarded as a "Samsung man" who possesses a deep understanding and excellent sales foundation regarding Samsung, a key client of iMarket Korea. After working at Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi, he joined iMarket Korea, where he has been assessed as a talent with global leadership and industry expertise, holding various positions including overseas business, sales, management, and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
In particular, Kim contributed to revenue growth of approximately 3.4 trillion won by successfully leading iMarket Korea's entry into overseas markets and the establishment of local subsidiaries. Recently, he has been spearheading the development of a combined advanced industrial complex in Texas, USA, from the exploratory phase, solidifying the foundation for future growth.
iMarket Korea is currently expanding its global business, focusing on the development of overseas industrial complexes and logistics infrastructure, and is preparing for a new leap forward through innovations in purchasing solutions utilizing AI technology. Under this strategic vision, Kim aims to accelerate the improvement of its management through innovative leadership and transform the company into a sustainable corporation.