Chung Ju-yung

Chung Ju-yung was a South Korean entrepreneur and founder of Hyundai Group, one of the country's largest conglomerates. Starting from modest beginnings, he built Hyundai into a global business empire spanning automobiles, shipbuilding, construction, and logistics. Known for his vision and determination, Chung played a key role in South Korea’s rapid economic growth after the Korean War. His leadership emphasized innovation and hard work, making Hyundai a symbol of Korea’s modernization and industrial development. He is remembered as a pioneering business figure who transformed his nation’s industrial landscape.