Early Life and Career
Born on April 16, 1969, Yoo Jung-hyun joined Nexon upon its founding in 1994, initially taking on the role of head of management support. She worked closely with her husband, Kim Jung-ju, who founded the company. She later became a director of Nexon and its holding company, NXC, in 2003.
Rise to Success
Yoo Jung-hyun's rise to prominence is closely tied to the success of Nexon. Her late husband, Kim Jung-ju, built Nexon into a global leader in online gaming. Following her husband's death in February 2022, Yoo inherited a substantial stake in NXC, making her the largest shareholder with a 34% stake. She was also designated as the head of Nexon Group by the Fair Trade Commission in April 2022.
Key Business Strategies
After her husband's death, Yoo has focused on managing the family's assets and ensuring the stability of Nexon. In 2024, NXC bought back shares from Yoo and her children to help settle inheritance taxes. This move underscored her commitment to maintaining control of the company and ensuring smooth operations.
Philanthropy
Yoo Jung-hyun has been involved with her husband's philanthropic efforts, and she is expected to continue those activities. However, the exact amounts and specific initiatives are not available in the search results.