Dong-A Socio Group held a ceremony on Dec. 1 at its headquarters in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, to mark its 93rd anniversary.
The ceremony was attended by executives and employees from group affiliates while those unable to attend took part in the event online.
The ceremony consisted of a commemorative address by Kim Min-young, CEO and President of Dong-A Socio Holdings, the presentation of prizes, the declaration of a new group CI and a special lecture.
CEO Kim Min-young began his speech by expressing gratitude to employees who had long dedicated themselves to the group’s growth and development.
“Technology is evolving faster than ever, the market order is changing and customer expectations are higher than ever.” Kim said in his inaugural address.
“Let’s innovate our work methods, speed, and decision-making to respond nimbly to change, capture new possibilities, and move forward together toward a common goal.”
Following the inaugural address, Dong-A Socio Group held its regular awards ceremony to mark employees’ distinguished contributions.
The Best Success Story Prize went to Lee Chae-rin and Song Ji-hyun of the RA Team in the Clinical Development Lab of Dong-A ST for their contributions to securing a new product pipeline.
The Best Enterprising Spirit Prize went to the QRA1 Team of the Quality Management Department at the Management Office of Dong-A Chammed for their contributions to a company-wide quality culture innovation project and quality improvements.
Dong-A Socio Group’s new CI image.
Following the awards ceremony, the new group corporate identity (CI) was officially unveiled.
The new group CI is themed “Eternal Health, 100 Years of Trust.” It is designed in a pentagonal shape, inspired by a five-petal rose of Sharon within a circle.
The center features a compass, symbolizing the company’s direction as a global company driven by innovation under the mission of endlessly endeavoring for the health and happiness of humanity.
The CI change, the first in 44 years, was designed to integrate the group’s brand identity and expertise and strengthen synergies among affiliates in line with globalization and business diversification.
Dong-A Socio Group plans to gradually apply the new CI across its affiliates starting next year.
Following the declaration ceremony, a special lecture was given by Shin Sang-hoon, CEO of Talking Speech, on the topic of “The Power of Positive Thinking: Leading Life and Business to Success.”
In the lecture, Shin drew on his own experience to explain how to transform a positive mindset through humor, earning positive responses from employees.
Meanwhile, Dong-A Socio Group, whose name intentionally includes the Latin word “Socio,” meaning “fulfilling social responsibilities”, operates businesses in various fields, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food and beverage, and logistics, under the mission of “endless endeavors for the health and happiness of humanity.”
Furthermore, with the aim of becoming a global pharmaceutical/biotechnology company, the company continuously pursues the development of biopharmaceuticals and innovative new drugs to discover and fuel new growth engines.
Dong-A Pharmaceutical Takes Home PM’s Commendation at Korea Design Awards
Dong-A Pharmaceutical announced on Nov. 13 that it picked up the Prime Minister’s Commendation in the Design Management category at the 27th Korea Design Awards.
For nearly 100 years, Dong-A Pharmaceutical has contributed to the nation’s health by releasing products across the entire life cycle and has contributed to improving the quality of life for consumers through innovative design.
Since 2020, the drug maker has been pursuing packaging renewal projects for major brands, led by the design team.
These projects have been recognized for going beyond aesthetic improvements to intuitively conveying product functions and creating a modern brand image.
Dong-A Pharmaceutical has proven its design competitiveness by winning design prizes at home and abroad through this continuous innovation.
Launch of Acon Deep Cleansing Foam
Dong-A Pharmaceutical announced the launch of Acon Deep Cleansing Foam which can improve acne-prone skin on Nov. 17.
Acon Deep Cleansing Foam is a functional cosmetic product that has been reviewed by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety for its quality, safety, and efficacy.
Acon Deep Cleansing Foam’s key substances include beta hydroxy acid (BHA) which helps remove dead skin cells, blackheads and whiteheads and isopropylmethylphenol (IPMP).
Which has an antibacterial effect against acne bacteria, a major cause of acne.
It also contains niacinamide and zinc-PCA which regulate sebum secretion and suppress excessive sebum production.
Moreover, Acon Deep Cleansing Foam contains panthenol, allantoin, and mugwort leaf extract to promote scar tissue recovery and enhance hydration, providing care from acne management to moisturizing.
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