Early Life
Lee Yin Yee, also known as Li Xianyi, was born in 1952 in China. Information about his early life is limited as he maintains a private personal life. He is of Chinese citizenship and resides in Hong Kong. Lee's early career involved auto-parts trading before he ventured into glass manufacturing.
Rise to Success
Lee's business acumen led him to found Xinyi Glass Holdings. Initially, Lee saw an opportunity to manufacture auto glass domestically instead of importing it. Xinyi Glass has since become a leading global manufacturer, producing glass products for the automobile, construction, and household goods industries. Lee expanded his enterprise through acquisitions, which strengthened his market share. His company was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2005.
Key Business Strategies
Lee's key business strategies include a focus on innovation and energy-efficient solutions. Xinyi Glass has a strong presence in the Chinese market and exports its products worldwide. Lee also founded Xinyi Solar, contributing to China's renewable energy goals. Lee's success is attributed to his advanced production technology and exceptional quality management system. He also demonstrated a firm stance on anti-dumping cases, defending Chinese companies in the industry.
Philanthropy
Lee has donated over 81 million yuan to support education, public safety, and cultural initiatives. He established the Li Xianyi Education Foundation and funded a public school. In 2024, he donated approximately 210 million yuan to fund a nine-year public school.
