Song Jeyong Appointed as the 5th CEO of Mapo Cultural Foundation

[Photo by Mapo Cultural Foundation]

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Byung-hee] The Mapo Cultural Foundation announced on the 2nd that Song Jeyong (55, photo), the 5th representative director, has taken office.

Director Song is a cultural arts planning expert with extensive experience in cultural projects and regional initiatives, having worked at the advertising department of Chosun Ilbo, the cultural education and cultural business departments of Hankyoreh Newspaper, and served as the deputy director in charge of planning. Additionally, based on his deep insight into the arts and rich field experience, he lectures on popular culture at Sungkyunkwan University and Duksung Women's University.

Director Song stated, "First of all, I feel a heavy heart to take office at a time when South Korea is struggling with COVID-19. I especially want to offer comfort and encouragement to the cultural artists going through difficult times due to sudden disasters." He continued, "Mapo-gu is an area with the best conditions where popular culture and high culture can coexist. I will do my best so that the residents of Mapo-gu and all those who love culture and the arts can enjoy high-quality performance content and local community programs."

Director Song will lead the Mapo Cultural Foundation for three years.

The Mapo Cultural Foundation is an independent corporation promoting various projects to enhance the cultural welfare of local residents through performances, cultural lectures, sports, and more. It operates the complex facility 'Mapo Art Center' located in Daehyeong-dong, Mapo-gu, and pursues various initiatives for regional development through culture and arts and the promotion of cultural welfare for district residents.

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