Hyundai Card has announced that its Vice Chairman, Ted Chung, has been appointed an Honorary Trustee of The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. The appointment, one of the highest honors MoMA bestows upon an individual, recognizes Chung’s contributions to advancing the Museum’s mission of expanding the understanding and study of modern and contemporary art.
The title of Honorary Trustee is bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to MoMA’s development through their expertise and global influence. Honorary Trustees provide strategic advice on the Museum’s major decisions, long-term development, and overall direction.
Over the past two decades, Chung has played a leading role in strengthening artistic exchange between Korea and the global art community. He has supported the international recognition of Korean artists, including Haegue Yang and Ayoung Kim, through their solo exhibitions at MoMA and MoMA PS1. He has also helped expand research on Korean art within MoMA by fostering curatorial research and exchange. In addition, Chung has broadened opportunities for Korean audiences to engage with world-class modern and contemporary art by introducing MoMA’s artworks, publications, and diverse programs to Korea. As an Honorary Trustee, Chung will draw on his expertise and insights to support MoMA’s long-term vision, programming, and strategic priorities.
“Over the past 20 years, Vice Chairman Chung has played an unprecedented role in expanding MoMA’s presence in Korea, while opening new avenues for MoMA’s curators and audiences to deepen their understanding of and engagement with Korean art and artists,” said Christophe Cherix, Director of MoMA. “He has also encouraged us to anticipate the possibilities of technology and innovation, and to explore new ways of connecting art with audiences around the world,” Cherix added, explaining the significance of Chung’s appointment.
“Hyundai Card does not support art. Rather, art supports Hyundai Card,” Chung emphasized, explaining his belief that art should not simply be regarded as an object of corporate sponsorship, but as a source of creativity and innovation for business.
Founded in 1929, The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has connected people around the world with the art of our time through its unparalleled collection, which has helped shape the history of modern and contemporary art. MoMA strives to be a catalyst for experimentation, learning, and creativity, a gathering place for all, and a home for artists and their ideas. Each year, the Museum offers millions of visitors opportunities to experience art through exhibitions and programs, both on-site and online. MoMA also supports innovative scholarly research and publishing through its world-class library, archives, and conservation research facilities.
