Sang Yi
About Sang Yi
Group President Asia Pacific at Zimmer Biomet
Sang Yi currently holds the position of Group President, Asia Pacific, at Zimmer Biomet. He joined the company in March 2013 and was appointed Asia President in June 2015. His role encompasses overseeing the company's operations within the Asia Pacific region, driving overall strategy, and ensuring the company's market presence and growth within the region.
Educational Background and Expertise
Sang Yi graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. His technical background provides a solid foundation for his career in the medical device and healthcare industries, where he has held significant leadership roles focused on sales, marketing, and general management.
Career at St. Jude Medical
Before joining Zimmer Biomet, Sang Yi served as Vice President and General Manager for St. Jude Medical covering Asia Pacific and Australia & New Zealand starting in 2005. Under his leadership, the region managed a revenue of US$480 million and experienced a 23% year-on-year growth, making it the fastest-growing region within St. Jude Medical.
Previous Roles at Boston Scientific Corporation
Sang Yi worked for a decade at Boston Scientific Corporation, where he progressed through various roles in the Korea business. He started as a Sales and Marketing Manager, then moved up to Korea Country Director, and finally to Vice President for North Asia, showcasing his ability to handle increasing responsibilities in sales, marketing, and regional leadership.