Dongwon Group's canned tuna subsidiary has new President and CEO

StarKist, the canned tuna subsidiary of South Korea-based Dongwon Group, has appointed Edward Min as its new President and CEO. He has been the CEO of Dongwon Industries since 2022. He also served as Executive Vice President at Dongwon Industries and Dongwon Systems.

"With a strong legacy of trust, quality, and innovation, StarKist has built an unparalleled connection with consumers. As we navigate an evolving market, we will remain focused on delivering high-quality protein products that consumers love while driving strategic growth. I look forward to working with the talented StarKist team to build on this legacy and shape the future of the industry," Min expressed.

Also, the new StarKist CEO served as Senior Sales Director and Commercial Leader for the Asian market at Procter & Gamble. For more than 30 years, he gained experience in developing customer-centric strategies and driving double-digit business growth.

About Dongwon Group and StarKist

Established in 1969, Dongwon Group diversified into various sectors, including a strong presence in the canned tuna market in Korea. Leveraging StarKist's U.S. distribution, Dongwon excels in seafood and operates in logistics, telecommunications, and construction.

Just a few months ago, Dongwon F&B signed a memorandum of understanding with Jeju Technopark Yongam Seawater Center for technology development for smart land-based seaweed farming.

StarKist Co. focuses on providing healthy, shelf-stable seafood products in the U.S., known for items like Tuna Creations and Salmon Creations. StarKist, with its iconic figure Charlie the Tuna, has been celebrated for quality, trust, and sustainability since the 60's.