Min Hee Jin, former CEO of ADOR and key figure in K-pop’s rise, has been reappointed as an inside director at ADOR. The announcement, made on October 17, confirms her continued influence in the label for the next three years.

ADOR’s Official Statement

In an official statement, ADOR shared, “Today, ADOR held a general meeting of shareholders and reappointed Min Hee Jin as an internal director.” Her previous term was set to end on November 1, but with this new appointment, she will continue serving as an internal director from November 2, 2024, for another three years.

This reappointment aligns with Min Hee Jin’s unwavering dedication to NewJeans, ADOR’s hit girl group, as expressed in recent interviews. Despite facing significant challenges within the company, her determination to pursue creative plans for NewJeans remains strong.

Background on the Conflict

The reappointment follows a turbulent period for Min Hee Jin. On April 25, HYBE, the parent company of ADOR, reported her for alleged business embezzlement. Following this, Kim Joo Young, HYBE’s former Chief Human Resources Officer, was appointed as the new CEO of ADOR on August 27, marking a major shift in ADOR’s leadership.

This change ended Min Hee Jin’s tenure as CEO nearly three years after she assumed the role in November 2021. Min Hee Jin expressed her dissatisfaction with the dismissal, stating it was unilateral, while HYBE maintained that the procedure was lawful.

NewJeans Members Speak Out

The situation escalated when all five members of NewJeans spoke out in support of Min Hee Jin. In a YouTube livestream on September 11, the group issued an ultimatum to HYBE, demanding that Min Hee Jin be reinstated as CEO by September 25. While this demand wasn’t met, it was clear that the group’s loyalty to Min played a significant role in the unfolding events.

Legal Action Taken

On September 13, Min Hee Jin filed an injunction seeking reappointment both as inside director and CEO of ADOR. While she has regained her position as an inside director, her bid for CEO is still unresolved.

As this story continues to unfold, the future of ADOR and Min Hee Jin’s role within the company remains a topic of significant interest, particularly for fans of NewJeans and K-pop followers alike.

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