In memory of
Lee Kun-hee
01/09/1942 - 10/25/2020 (78)
We remember Lee Kun-hee as the leader who blended discipline with vision. His legacy continues to shape the world of innovation.
Change everything except your wife and children.
Wolky pays tribute to Lee Kun-hee, South Korean business leader and long-time chairman of Samsung Group, who passed away on October 25, 2020, in Seoul. Born on January 9, 1942, in Uiryeong, he was the visionary who transformed Samsung into one of the world’s most powerful and respected technology companies. Under his leadership, Samsung shifted its focus to innovation, design, and global excellence. His famous call to “change everything except your wife and children” symbolized his relentless pursuit of progress and adaptability. Beyond business, Lee Kun-hee helped redefine South Korea’s industrial identity and inspired generations of entrepreneurs across Asia.
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