Lee Seung-gun is the CEO of Toss. Seung-gun is based in South Korea. Seung-gun has held the role since 2013.
Lee Seung-gun is a South Korean businessman and dentist. The founder and chairman of the financial services company Viva Republica, he is among the richest people in South Korea. In April 2024, Forbes estimated his net worth at US$1.05 billion and ranked him 38th richest in the country.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Lee Seung-gun has centered on employee welfare initiatives and regulatory developments at Toss. In early 2026, headlines focused on a housing support pledge for employees announced around April 1st, which generated debate about whether the commitment was genuine or promotional in nature; Lee Seung-gun subsequently apologized for the framing of the announcement. More recently, coverage has highlighted Toss facing stricter regulatory oversight as Korea's first fintech financial conglomerate, while earlier reporting documented the company's international expansion ambitions, including plans for an Australian market entry and a won-denominated stablecoin.
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Lee Seung-gun: FAQ
- Who is Lee Seung-gun?
- Lee Seung-gun is the Founder and CEO of Toss, based in South Korea.
- What company does Lee Seung-gun lead?
- Lee Seung-gun is CEO of Toss, a role held since 2013.