Early Life
Wei Yin-Heng was born in Taiwan in January 1959. He and his three brothers, Ing-Chou, Ying-Chiao, and Yin-Chun, founded Tingyi in 1991. Wei graduated from a local high school in Changhua County, central Taiwan.
Rise to Success
Wei and his brothers established Tingyi, a company that produces bottled water, instant noodles, and ready-to-drink tea. Tingyi quickly became one of the largest producers in China. Wei's leadership played a key role in the company's expansion and success.
Key Business Strategies
A key aspect of Wei's business strategy involved forming an alliance with the Shanghai Disney Resort in 2014, making Tingyi a primary supplier of drinks and beverages. The family also controls the Dicos fried-chicken chain. Moreover, the family's private company, Ting Hsin, sold its 37.17% stake in Taipei 101, Taiwan's tallest building, to Itochu for $665 million in July 2018.
Philanthropy
There is no specific, verified data available regarding Wei Yin-Heng's direct philanthropic initiatives. Further research may be needed to find information about his philanthropic work.