Allegations Against Min Hee Jin: An Inside Look at the ADOR-HYBE Feud
Recent revelations have added a new layer to the ongoing controversy surrounding Min Hee Jin, CEO of ADOR, and her alleged involvement in a workplace harassment case. Reports suggest that Min Hee Jin might have been more than just a passive observer in the scandal; she could be actively involved in a broader scheme to challenge HYBE's management rights.
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Key Highlights:
Min Hee Jin's Alleged Involvement:
Reports suggest ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin may be actively involved in a scheme to challenge HYBE’s management rights, potentially collaborating with the accused executive.
Accusations Against Executive A:
Executive A, identified as a vice president and accountant at ADOR, is accused of harassing a former female employee and is allegedly involved in plans to gain control from HYBE.
Cover-Up Allegations:
Min Hee Jin is alleged to have covered up the harassment case involving Executive A to avoid disrupting her plans. The former employee claims Min Hee Jin manipulated evidence and insulted her for raising the issue.
The Allegations:
On August 13, Korean media outlet TV Daily reported that the ADOR executive implicated in the harassment case, identified as "Executive A," is allegedly connected to Min Hee Jin's plans to challenge HYBE. The report from Sports Today claims that Executive A, who is accused of harassing a former female employee, has been a key figure in a scheme to wrest control from HYBE.
Executive A, previously identified as a vice president and an accountant, is said to have collaborated with Min Hee Jin in a plan that includes exercising a put option to secure 100 billion KRW, suing HYBE for infringement of rights, and pushing for ADOR's independence from its parent company.
Cover-Up Allegations:
The latest reports have raised concerns that Min Hee Jin might have covered up the harassment case involving Executive A to maintain stability within her plan to seize management rights. Last month, during the height of the HYBE-ADOR dispute, it was reported that Min Hee Jin was involved in concealing a sexual harassment case within her company.
According to a former employee, who has come forward with serious allegations, she endured severe abuse and bullying from Executive A. The employee, who filed a complaint on March 6, 2024, claims that Executive A made sexist remarks and subjected her to unfair treatment, including excessive workloads during weekends and holidays.
The former employee accuses Min Hee Jin of siding with Executive A and allegedly manipulating KakaoTalk chats to discredit her. Moreover, she claims that Min Hee Jin personally insulted her for bringing the issue to light.
Implications:
These new revelations could have significant implications for both ADOR and HYBE. If the allegations are proven true, they could affect not only the reputations of those involved but also the ongoing conflict between ADOR and HYBE. The case highlights serious issues of workplace conduct and corporate governance, raising questions about the ethics of leadership and the mechanisms in place to address such grievances.
As the situation develops, it will be crucial to follow further updates and official responses to fully understand the scope and impact of these allegations.
