South Korean businessman (born 1953 or 1954)
Shin Chang-jae (Korean: 신창재; born 1953 or 1954) is a Korean businessman, the chairman and CEO of Kyobo Life Insurance Company.
He is among the richest people in South Korea. In April 2024, Forbes estimated his net wealth at US$1.09 billion and ranked him 34th richest in the country.[2]
Early life
He is the son of Shin Yong-ho, who founded Kyobo Life Insurance Company in 1958.[1] Shin received a doctorate from Seoul National University.[1]
Career
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Kyobo Life Insurance Building, Seoul
He trained as an obstetrician and worked as a professor at the Seoul National University medical school.[1] He has been chairman and CEO of Kyobo Life Insurance Company since 2000.[1] In June 2015, Forbes estimated his net worth at US$2.3 billion.[1]
Personal life
He is married with two sons and lives in Seoul, South Korea.[1]
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