Biography
Lee Jay-hyun, born March 19, 1960, is the Chairman of the CJ Group, a prominent South Korean conglomerate. With an estimated net worth of $1.8 billion, Lee's wealth stems from his interests in food products, entertainment, and diversified industries. His career began at Citibank in 1983, followed by a move to CheilJedang (now CJ CheilJedang) in 1985, at the request of his grandfather, the founder of Samsung, Lee Byung-chul. Under his leadership since 2002, CJ Group has transformed into a global powerhouse, significantly influencing the food, entertainment, and media sectors. Despite facing legal challenges, including a tax evasion conviction in 2014, Lee has driven CJ Group's expansion and innovation, including the establishment of CJ Donors Camp and the CJ Culture Foundation, positioning the group as a leader in the Korean cultural wave.