Early Life
Jason Chang was born in Shanghai, China, on May 18, 1944. After the 1949 revolution, his family moved to Taiwan. Details about his early life and childhood are not widely available.
Rise to Success
Jason Chang's rise to prominence is closely tied to his role as chairman of Advanced Semiconductor Engineering (ASE), a leading semiconductor assembly and testing services provider. He founded ASE in 1984 with his brother Richard Chang. Under his leadership, ASE has grown to become a world leader in its field. Chang's strategic vision and ability to innovate in the IC assembly process, including the development and commercialization of copper wire, have been pivotal to his success. ASE's rapid growth has significantly contributed to Chang's wealth.
Key Business Strategies
Chang's key business strategies involve leveraging expertise in software and hardware to integrate unique manufacturing systems with emerging technologies. This approach has expanded the company's capabilities into electric vehicles, digital health, and robotics. Chang has also focused on three key technologies: AI, semiconductors, and new-generation communications technology. This approach has allowed Foxconn to maintain a leading position in the market and ensure strong growth.
Philanthropy
Information on Chang's specific philanthropic initiatives is limited. However, he has been recognized for his contributions and leadership in various fields. In 2013, Chang publicly apologized for environmental infractions caused by an ASE plant. Chang received honorary doctorates from National Sun Yat-sen University in Taiwan in November 2018, and National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan in July 2022.
