Korea Federation of SMEs Holds Gwangju-Jeonnam SME Conference... "Revitalizing the Local Economy"

81 Individuals Recognized with Stone Tower Order of Industrial Service Merit, Industrial Medal, and Other Honors

The Gwangju Jeonnam Regional Headquarters of the Korea Federation of SMEs held the '2025 Gwangju Jeonnam Small and Medium Business Conference' on July 23 at the Kimdaejung Convention Center, in cooperation with the Ministry of SMEs and Startups, Gwangju City, and Jeonnam Province. At the event, awards were presented to 81 individuals recognized for their contributions to small and medium-sized enterprises.

Participants of the 2025 Gwangju Jeonnam Small and Medium Business Conference are taking a commemorative photo. Provided by the Gwangju Jeonnam Regional Headquarters of the Korea Federation of SMEs.

On this day, the Stone Tower Order of Industrial Service Merit was awarded to Jang Youngho, CEO of Green Tech Co., Ltd. CEO Jang was recognized for achievements such as improving energy efficiency through the development of microchannel heat exchangers, applying eco-friendly refrigerants, and introducing smart factories. The Industrial Medal was awarded to Han Jeongcheol, Executive Director of the Gwangju Jeonnam Asphalt Concrete Industry Cooperative. Executive Director Han contributed to operating the quality improvement team for cooperative members and improving location regulations.

In addition, one Presidential Citation, two Prime Minister's Citations, 20 Minister of SMEs and Startups Citations, 26 Citations from local government heads and related organization heads, and 31 Citations from the Chairman of the Korea Federation of SMEs were awarded. The newly established 'Outstanding Local SME Development Legislator Award' was presented to Myung Jin, Chair of the Education and Culture Committee of the Gwangju City Council, and Yoon Myunghee, Chair of the Economic, Tourism and Culture Committee of the Jeonnam Provincial Council.

Lim Kyungjun, Head of the Regional Headquarters, stated, "Everyone is working together so that SMEs affected by the heavy rains can recover," and added, "This award is a joint achievement of our business families and employees." This conference, which aims to enhance the pride of SME entrepreneurs, began in 1990 and is being held for the 36th time this year.

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