Reading Time: 3 minutesAction to protect our environment is an investment in our future. To make the transition to net zero, SMEs need to be able to finance green investments. How do we map out our collective journey to meet our climate objectives?
Jong-won Yoon - (IBK)
Mr. Jong-won Yoon is the Chairman and CEO of Industrial Bank of Korea and a Co-Chair of the OECD's Platform on Financing SMEs for Sustainability. Mr. Yoon started his career at the Korean government in 1984 and has served at various posts, including as Senior Secretary to the President for Economic Policy, Korean Ambassador to the OECD, and Executive Director at the IMF. Mr. Yoon earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California, Los Angeles. He obtained his Master's degree in Public Administration and Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Seoul National University.