Kia Motors honors consultant Kim Hyung-soo as 40th 'Grand Master' for 4,000 vehicle sales
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Kia Motors has recognized Kim Hyung-soo, a senior auto consultant at its Songpa branch in Seoul, as its 40th "Grand Master."
- The "Grand Master" title is awarded to auto consultants who achieve cumulative sales of 4,000 vehicles.
- Kim has sold an average of 121 vehicles annually over his 33-year career, reaching the milestone.
Kia Motors has celebrated Kim Hyung-soo, a senior auto consultant at its Songpa branch in Seoul, for achieving the company's 40th "Grand Master" title. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon auto consultants who reach a cumulative sales figure of 4,000 vehicles.
Kim, who joined Kia in 1993, has dedicated 33 years to his career, consistently selling an average of 121 vehicles per year. His remarkable dedication and sustained performance have now surpassed the 4,000-unit sales mark, earning him this significant recognition.
The consistency and sincerity of meeting customers every day since my first day have become the driving force, leading to this good result.
To commemorate his achievement, Kia presented Kim with a plaque and a special award vehicle. Reflecting on his success, Kim attributed it to his consistent effort and sincerity in meeting customers every day since his first day at the company. He expressed his commitment to maintaining this approach and continuing to connect genuinely with each client.
Kia's "Long-Term Sales Honor Award System" recognizes the dedication of its auto consultants through various tiers. These include "Star" for 2,000 cumulative sales, "Master" for 3,000, "Grand Master" for 4,000, and "Great Master" for 5,000 vehicles. This system highlights Kia's commitment to acknowledging and rewarding its sales professionals for their long-term contributions.
I will continue to approach each customer with sincerity without losing my initial resolve.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.