Yoon Suk-min, chairman of TY Holdings, has been appointed as the 17th president of the National Museum of Korea Association, the nonprofit organization announced on October 14.
Yoon was elected as president during a special general meeting held on October 13, 2026, and will lead the association for three years starting November 25.
Yoon previously served as the inaugural chair of the Young Friends of the Museum (YFM) from 2008 to 2011. He was appointed vice president of the National Museum of Korea Association in 2020, participating in the organization’s operations and fundraising activities. His experience from the early days of YFM is expected to help broaden the foundation for museum support across generations.
Yoon stated, “Drawing from my experience as the first chair of YFM, I will further develop the tradition of donations and support that the National Museum of Korea Association has maintained for over 50 years. I will strive to share the value of our cultural heritage with more people and ensure that the next generation can enjoy the museum up close.”
The National Museum of Korea Association, founded in 1974, is a nonprofit organization that supports the National Museum of Korea.
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