Memorable achievements of CEO Jong-Hee Han at Samsung.

The late CEO Jong-Hee Han was hailed as a "legacy of innovation and leadership" for Samsung.

The tech world is in shock over the sudden passing of Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice President and CEO of the Device Experience Division (DX Division) at Samsung Electronics. He passed away on March 25, at the age of 63, from a heart attack.

Reports indicate that Mr. Han suffered a cardiac arrest shortly after attending his daughter's wedding the previous Saturday (March 22). After the event, he was immediately transferred to the Samsung Medical Center in Seoul (South Korea) for treatment, but his condition gradually worsened and he passed away later.

37-year legacy at Samsung

In an internal announcement to employees, Samsung Electronics officially announced the passing of Mr. Han, expressing deep sorrow for the loss of a leader who devoted 37 years of his life to the company.

The company recognized his pivotal role in taking Samsung's global TV business to the number one position and his tireless efforts as the head of both the Appliances Division and the Digital Appliances (DA) Division, especially during difficult times domestically and internationally.

Mr. Han's journey at Samsung began in 1988, when he joined the Visual Display Division. This division is responsible for the design and sales of TVs, and it was in this specialized field that Mr. Han devoted the majority of his career, becoming a true TV expert for 33 years. In his early career, he held various roles within the company from 1988-2011, laying the foundation for his later leadership positions.

TIME	POSITION TITLE	DEPARTMENT
1988-2011	Various positions	Samsung Electronics
2011-2013	Director, Product R&D Group, Display Business	Display Business Division
2013-2015	Director, R&D Office, Display Business	Display Business Division
2015-2017	Director, R&D Group, Display Business	Display Business Division
2017-2021	President and Director, Business Director	Display Business Division
2021-2022	Vice President and Director Head of Device Experience Division (DX) Head of Digital Transformation	Samsung Electronics
2022-2025	Vice President and CEO	Samsung Electronics

Mr. Han's Great Achievements and Contributions

CEO JH Han's career at Samsung has been marked by his relentless drive for innovation and market leadership, especially in cementing Samsung's number one position in the global TV market for over 15 years. He has played a key role in developing and commercializing cutting-edge display technologies such as QLED and Ultra HD, which have enhanced the user experience and solidified Samsung's leadership position.

He has also contributed to Samsung's strategic direction, with the "Age of Connection" vision at CES 2022, emphasizing technology in harmony with people and the planet, and "AI for All" at CES 2025, with the goal of seamlessly integrating AI into everyday life.

JH Han's leadership has shaped Samsung into a global technology leader, with the company recognizing his role in taking the TV business to number one in the world and driving digital transformation efforts. Specifically:

ACHIEVEMENTS/CONTRIBUTIONS	PERIOD	IMPACT
Making Samsung the world's largest TV brand	2006 - 2021+	Establishing Samsung as a dominant force in the global TV market for over 15 consecutive years, contributing significantly to the company's revenue and brand recognition.
Playing a key role in developing and commercializing QLED and ultra-HD display technology	2013 - 2021	Advancing the level of TV technology, improving the consumer viewing experience and cementing Samsung's reputation as an innovator in display technology.
Oversees the integration of the consumer electronics and mobile divisions into the Devices Division	2021	Plays a key role in a major strategic restructuring to drive greater synergies and competitiveness across Samsung’s diverse product portfolio.
Unveils “AI for All” vision at CES 2025	2025	Sets strategic direction for Samsung’s future, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence across all of its products and services to enhance user experiences and create new possibilities in the areas of connected living and personalized technology.
Prioritizes product quality, even delaying product launches to meet high standards	Throughout career	Demonstrates a commitment to excellence and long-term brand value, ensuring that Samsung products consistently meet high consumer expectations and maintain its reputation for quality and reliability.
Earning the nickname “President Rhino”	Throughout his career	Reflecting his persistent and diligent efforts in overcoming challenges and driving Samsung’s success in the fiercely competitive technology industry, highlighting his resilience and dedication.

His leadership style combines visionary and practical thinking, focusing on innovation, quality, customer satisfaction, and teamwork. His philosophy is excellence, collaboration, and advancing technology for the benefit of consumers and society.

CEO JH Han's estimated net worth

CEO JH Han's detailed financial information is not public, making it difficult to accurately estimate his net worth. However, according to reports:

- His estimated net worth at the time of his death was approximately $971,291.

- His annual salary as CEO of Samsung Electronics was 6.90 billion won.

- He owned only 0.0004% of Samsung Electronics shares, but these shares were worth 1.48 billion won.

It should be noted that this net worth estimate may not include all of his assets, and other top executives at Samsung have stock holdings worth billions of dollars. JH Han’s high salary over the years may have contributed to a larger total.

CEO JH Han’s passing marks the end of an illustrious career, with significant contributions to Samsung Electronics. He is remembered as a dedicated leader who spent 37 years of his career building Samsung into the global leader in the technology industry it is today.