Chung Eui-sun

Chung Eui-sun, also spelled Chung Eui-son, is a South Korean billionaire businessman. He is the executive vice chairman of Hyundai Motor Company and the only son and “heir apparent” of Hyundai Motor Group chairman Chung Mong-koo.

  • Chung Eui-sun is the only son of Hyundai Motor Co. Chairman Chung Mong-koo and his heir apparent.
  • As president of Kia from 2005 to 2009, Chung grew the subsidiary auto brand faster than Hyundai Motor.
  • More than 40% of his fortune is derived from auto parts maker Hyundai Glovis.
  • In 2009, Chung became vice chairman of Hyundai Motor. He was appointed to the company’s board in 2010.