Powering the Future: Why Thermal Management Defines the Future of Electronics
Standard of Excellence: Engineering Is the New Sales—How Technical Collaboration Wins Business
SMT Perspectives & Prospects: Artificial Intelligence, Part 7—Data Module 2
Kwack Named President and CEO, LG Electronics North America
December 31, 2025 | PRNewswireEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Don Kwack has been named President and CEO of LG Electronics North America, effective January 2026. Over his three-decade LG career, Kwack's strategic leadership capabilities and deep understanding of global markets have delivered strong business results around the world.
As regional chief executive, Kwack will be responsible for LG Electronics activities in the United States and Canada for home appliances, media entertainment, air solutions and commercial displays, as well as related service and support activities. In his role as the corporation's senior-most executive in the Western Hemisphere, he will collaborate with other regional operations including vehicle components, R&D labs and factories. He also will serve as President and CEO of LG Electronics USA Inc.
Prior to being tapped to lead LG North America, Kwack served as Executive Vice President and the global head of LG Living Appliance Solutions for the past year after leading LG's global refrigerator business from 2023-24. His broad international management experience includes serving as President of LG Egypt, President of LG Greece and Senior Vice President for LG's home appliance business unit in the United Kingdom and France. He has also held a number of key positions at LG Electronics headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, including Senior Vice President in charge of global marketing and sales for home appliances and air solutions.
Kwack started at LG in 1995 after graduating with a business degree from Hanyang University. He succeeds Chris Jung, who has retired after serving as CEO of LG North America in 2024-25.
Share on:
Testimonial
"In a year when every marketing dollar mattered, I chose to keep I-Connect007 in our 2025 plan. Their commitment to high-quality, insightful content aligns with Koh Young’s values and helps readers navigate a changing industry. "
Brent Fischthal - Koh YoungSuggested Items
Global Electronics Association Announces New Board Members at APEX EXPO 2026
04/07/2026 | Global Electronics AssociationAt the 69th Global Electronics Association Annual Meeting on March 17, held in conjunction with APEX EXPO 2026, the Association’s Board of Directors announced new officers and first-term members. Board officers serve a two-year term; board members serve a three-year term, and the student board member serves a one-year term.
Global Electronics Association Appoints Martin Scaglione as COO to Drive Strategic Execution Across Standards, Education, and Technology
02/26/2026 | Global Electronics AssociationThe Global Electronics Association today announced that Martin Scaglione has joined the organization as Chief Operating Officer (COO).
Electronics Industry Members Encouraged to Respond Immediately to Tariff Survey
02/24/2026 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamThe Global Electronics Association is seeking immediate input from the electronics industry on how U.S. tariffs are affecting imported inputs to electronics manufacturing and assembly, including equipment, parts, components, and sub-assemblies. The survey was announced during a webinar, “Supreme Court Strikes IEEPA Tariffs: What It Means for Electronics,” hosted by the Association on Feb. 24.
SEMI North America Advisory Board Welcomes New Members from Chemours and Qnity
02/24/2026 | SEMISEMI announced the election of two new members to the SEMI North America Advisory Board (NAAB), Gerardo Familiar, President, Advanced Performance Materials, The Chemours Company (Chemours) and Sam Ponzo, Interim President of Semiconductor Technologies, Qnity Electronics, Inc. (Qnity).
Greene Tweed Welcomes Thomas J. Castle as New Chief Operating Officer
01/21/2026 | Greene TweedGreene Tweed, a global leader in advanced materials and high-performance solutions, has appointed Thomas (T.J.) Castle as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).