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Industrial Sector Still Lags on Asian Representation, Says LG Energy Solution Executive

Robert Lee, North America president at LG Energy Solution, highlights the rise of Asian Americans over 30 years but notes ongoing underrepresentation in the industrial sector.

Jul 5, 2026, 2:24 AM Nikkei Asia

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Robert Lee, North America president at LG Energy Solution and former global chief strategy officer, has observed significant growth in the presence of Asian Americans over the past three decades. Despite this progress, Lee points out that the industrial sector continues to lag in Asian representation.

Lee's extensive career includes serving as the first president of L-H Battery, a joint venture between LG Energy Solution and Honda, as well as CEO roles at Continental AG North America and SK Continental Emotion. Earlier in his career, he co-founded several technology companies and worked as a management consultant for Boston Consulting Group.

His insights underscore the ongoing challenges faced by Asian Americans in achieving proportional representation within industrial leadership roles.

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