Zhang Hejun

Zhang Hejun is a Chinese businessman and billionaire who founded inverter manufacturer Ningbo Deye Technology which went public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2021.

Forbes lists his net worth as of April 2022 at $4.5 billion USD.

Zhang Hejun born in 1952, he start the first venture of business in his 17 year old; Initially engaged in the mold business, later transitioning to hardware, and subsequently delving into plastic components, the founder’s early-established company operated under multiple names until 1990 that “Deye” was formally established. The company that went public in 2021 is named “Deye Corporation.”

In 2021, Zhang Hejun made his debut on the rich list with a wealth of 22.5 billion RMB. The following year, his fortune surged by 149% to reach 56 billion RMB, securing him the third position in the Hurun Rich List for Ningbo in 2022.