[Dong-A Ilbo] Chairman Kim Young-chan Named Among the World’s 10 Most Innovative Golf Entrepreneurs
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The Dong-A Ilbo reported that Kim Young-chan, founder of GOLFZON and Chairman of GOLFZON Newdin Group, was the only Asian to be named among the world’s 10 most innovative golf figures and entrepreneurs selected by the summer issue of the U.S. golf industry magazine ‘Golf Inc.’ He was highly recognized for developing a screen golf system that combines golf and IT, leading a new golf culture both at home and abroad. The report noted that he satisfied all three selection criteria: preparing for changes in the golf industry, presenting ideas that appeal to potential golfers, and devising products and technologies that enhance golfing convenience.
The Dong-A Ilbo reported that Chairman Kim, who has led the popularization of screen golf since founding the company in 2000, has earned international recognition through this selection as a global leader driving innovation in the golf industry.
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