• Vice Chairman of Dong-A Otsuka
    Jo Ik-sung

    Trusted Executive with Strong Owner Support, Led Turnaround to Profit After CEO Appointment, Promoted

    Last Updated on Sep 19, 2024

Life Summary

Jo Ik-sung is the Vice Chairman of Dong-A Otsuka.

He is focusing on achieving KRW 400 billion (US$ 288.4 million) in revenue by 2026, with a strong emphasis on expanding the zero-calorie carbonated beverage business. He is also committed to promoting Dong-A Otsuka's ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) management.

Born in 1961, Jo majored in Accounting at Chosun University's School of Business before joining Dong-A Pharmaceutical in 1987.

In 2011, he moved to a subsidiary of Dong-A Socio Holdings, which manufactures glass bottles, where he served as Senior Executive Director in 2011 and Executive Director in 2015. In 2016, he became the CEO of Suseok.

In 2021, Jo was appointed CEO of Dong-A Otsuka, demonstrating exceptional management skills by overcoming the company's deficit. Recognizing his achievements, he was promoted to Vice Chairman of Dong-A Otsuka in 2023.

He is known for his keen sense of adapting to changing market trends.

#JoIksung #DongAOtsuka #zerocalorie #carbonatedbeverages #ESG #ViceChairman #businessleadership #markettrends #Koreanbusiness
View full profile menu ×