WEBTOON Entertainment Inc., a global leader in digital storytelling and home to the world’s largest webcomic platforms, announced that its Founder & CEO Junkoo Kim and CFO & COO David Lee have been named to Gold House’s prestigious 2025 A100 List. The annual list recognizes the most influential Asian Pacific leaders who are shaping culture, driving innovation, and advancing global industries.

Highlights and Contributions:

• Industry Recognition by Gold House:

  • Junkoo Kim and David Lee honored alongside cultural icons like BLACKPINK’s Lisa and Rosé, Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho, and Tubi CEO Anjali Sud.

  • Acknowledged for contributions to entertainment, technology, and global storytelling.

• Junkoo Kim – Founder & CEO:

  • Founded WEBTOON in 2005 in Korea, pioneering the now-standard mobile vertical scroll format.

  • Transformed digital comics into a global phenomenon, empowering millions of creators.

  • Led WEBTOON’s expansion as a storytelling powerhouse with a global audience.

  • Quote: “This recognition is a testament to the power of storytelling and the creativity of our global creator community.”

• David Lee – CFO & COO:

  • Guided WEBTOON through its historic IPO, positioning it as a leading entertainment-tech brand.

  • Known for his strategic acumen and successful leadership in transforming global companies.

  • Quote: “This recognition reflects the incredible work our team has done to revolutionize digital storytelling.”

WEBTOON’s Cultural and Market Impact:

• Global Reach and Content Influence:

  • WEBTOON’s content inspires major screen adaptations such as:

    • Sweet Home and Through My Window (Netflix)

    • Vigilante (Disney+)

    • Sidelined: The QB and Me (Tubi)

    • Tower of God (Crunchyroll)

  • Recognized for transforming digital narratives into mainstream IP successes.

• Strategic Brand Partnerships:

  • Collaborations with top brands like Duolingo, DC Comics, Ubisoft, HYBE, CAPCOM, Discord, and Dropout.

  • Strong appeal to Gen Z audiences through immersive, mobile-native storytelling.

Junkoo Kim and David Lee’s inclusion in the 2025 A100 List reflects WEBTOON’s revolutionary influence at the intersection of entertainment, technology, and IP. As WEBTOON continues to amplify global voices and power screen adaptations, it stands as a beacon of innovation in the digital storytelling economy.