Early Life
Chan Tan Ching-fen is the widow of the late Hong Kong property tycoon Chan Tseng-hsi. Her father was a second cousin of Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of the Republic of China. She is a prominent figure in Hong Kong's real estate sector.
Rise to Success
Chan Tan Ching-fen controls the largest shareholding in Hang Lung Group. Her late husband founded the company, and she has been instrumental in its continued success. She has overseen the company's strategic direction. The company was run by her eldest son Ronnie until his retirement in 2024, after which his son Adriel took over as chairman. Her other son, Gerald, leads Morningside Group, a private equity and venture capital investor. Her influence has been key to Hang Lung Group's success over the years.
Key Business Strategies
Chan Tan Ching-fen's primary source of wealth is real estate. Hang Lung Group's portfolio includes commercial properties. The company has expanded to include properties in Mainland China.
Philanthropy
Chan Tan Ching-fen and her family have been involved in philanthropy. The family has made donations through the Morningside Foundation. The Morningside Foundation donated $175 million to UMass Medical School, which was subsequently renamed UMass Chan Medical School.
