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Nexon America names new VP of business development

Former Nexon Corp CEO Won Il Sue takes new role

Nexon America has appointed a new VP of business development to take responsibility for managing its strategic partnerships and expand its game development channels.

Won Il Sue joins the company following several years working in business development and managing online gaming companies.

Sue founded internet startup company SmartPlay and served as CEO of Nexon Corp between 2004 and 2005. He has also held several executive posts at Neowiz Games in South Korea, including senior VP of international business.

"Won joins us with an amazing understanding of Nexon and the online gaming industry," said Daniel Kim, CEO of Nexon America.

"He will be instrumental in our continuing operation expansions and help us work more effectively with business partners and game developers. We are very fortunate to have him on board."

"It feels great coming back to Nexon where I started," added Sue. "There's been so much growth here in the US and Nexon America has done a fantastic job leading the market. I look forward to working hard alongside my Nexon colleagues and setting the stage for more explosive growth."