Mrs Sung-Joo Kim, Chairperson of MCM Group, has been awarded the prestigious Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy at the residence of H.E. Ambassador Emilia Gatto, the Italian Ambassador to Korea.
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| Sung-Joo Kim is awarded the Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy |
The honour recognises Mrs Kim’s outstanding contributions to strengthening cultural and economic ties between Italy and Korea, particularly through her leadership in the global fashion industry.
The ceremony, held on 5 June, was attended by distinguished guests, including diplomats, colleagues and members of her family.
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| Sung-Joo Kim speaks at the World Department Store Summit VIP Dinner in Seoul |
In other news, Sung-Joo Kim joined the World Department Store Summit (WDSS) VIP Dinner held at the historic Samcheonggak cultural centre in Seoul on 10 June.
The evening brought together top global retail leaders, influential executives and industry pioneers from around the world.
As Chairperson of MCM Group, Mrs Kim engaged in meaningful conversations with key partners and thought leaders shaping the future of global retail.
The event, set against the serene backdrop of Korean traditional architecture, highlighted the spirit of collaboration and innovation at the heart of WDSS 2025.
