Masayoshi Shimu-sik emphasizes the challenge of Chairman Chung Ki-hwan and innovation

Jan 03, 2025

Masayoshi Shimu-sik emphasizes the challenge of Chairman Chung Ki-hwan and innovation
◇photo courtesy of the Korea Racing Authority



The Korea Racing Authority (Chairman Jung Ki-hwan) held a opening ceremony in 2025 at the auditorium of the main building in Gwacheon on the 2nd.

All executives and employees, including Chairman Chung Ki-hwan, began the opening ceremony by winning a ribbon and expressing their deep condolences over the recent plane crash.

On the same day, Chairman Chung Ki-hwan presented a direction for all executives and employees to move forward in a difficult business environment in his New Year's address to mark the new year of 2025. The main contents include overcoming the crisis through bold challenges and innovation, strengthening communication-cooperation with related organizations, creating an innovative organizational culture, creating a safe workplace, and continuing to expand social contribution activities.




Specifically, he urged thorough preparation ahead of new leaps such as the digital transformation of the horse racing industry and the introduction of the traveling horse racing system following the opening of Yeongcheon Horse Racing Park. In addition, he mentioned the importance of innovation and efficiency, such as establishing a job and performance-oriented personnel-conservative system and communication-oriented decision-making. Finally, he emphasized the social responsibility of the people's use of leisure and social contribution. Finally, Chairman Chung Ki-hwan concluded his New Year's address by saying, "'Let's make a wise leap for a new start, as the four years mean, and reveal the future of the Korean Horse Association with the power of challenge and innovation.'"



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.