Axiom Space is proud to announce that Jay Kim, Chairman and CEO of Boryung, has joined its Board of Directors. Kim brings a wealth of experience in healthcare investment and a deep understanding of the emerging space industry, making him an invaluable addition to Axiom Space's leadership.
"Jay Kim's extensive background in the aerospace industry and his entrepreneurial spirit make him a perfect fit for our board," said Michael Suffredini, President and CEO of Axiom Space. "We are excited to welcome him to our team and look forward to the valuable insights he will bring to our strategic planning and decision-making processes."
Jay Kim holds a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor and a master’s degree in social & Administrative Pharmacy from the Graduate School of Food and Drug Administration at Chung-Ang University, Seoul, South Korea.
In 2022, Kim was appointed Chairman and CEO of Boryung, a listed healthcare investment company headquartered in South Korea. Under his leadership, Boryung has been transitioning from a pharmaceutical company into an investment company with the vision of becoming the most needed healthcare company for humanity's advancement.
With an eye on the future, Boryung has identified space as a new domain for growth and has launched the Care In Space Challenge to explore solutions for human survival in space. Boryung believes that as more people live in space for extended periods of time due to technological advancements, there will be immense opportunities to foster medical breakthroughs.
"I am honored to join the board of Axiom Space and to help shape the future of commercial human spaceflight," said Kim. "I believe that Axiom is at the forefront of a new era in space exploration, and I am excited to work with the company's talented team to help make that vision a reality."
As a board member, Kim will play a key role in guiding Axiom Space's growth and development, working closely with the company's leadership team to identify new opportunities and ensure its continued success.
Boryung has also been actively investing in businesses and assets within the space sector, leading the recent Series C funding round for Axiom Space. As Jay Kim joins Axiom Space's Board of Directors, the company looks forward to leveraging his expertise to further expand its offerings and contributions to the space industry.