Early Life
Zhong Huijuan was born in April 1961, in Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province, China. She pursued her education at Jiangsu Normal University, graduating in July 1982, with a degree in chemistry. Following her graduation, Zhong started her career as a chemistry teacher at Yan'an Middle School in Lianyungang.
Rise to Success
In 1995, Zhong Huijuan co-founded Hansoh Pharmaceutical Group, initially with about ten employees. Her husband, Sun Piaoyang, was managing a state-owned pharmaceutical factory at the time, but he was unable to manage the new company, and Zhong stepped in to run the company. Zhong's leadership was instrumental in the company's rapid growth, with sales reaching $4.5 million by 1997. She is the majority shareholder, with a 66% stake. Hansoh Pharmaceutical had its initial public offering on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in June 2019, raising US$1 billion. By 2019, Zhong became the richest self-made woman in Asia, with a net worth of US$10.5 billion. Zhong's wealth significantly increased in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Key Business Strategies
Zhong’s strategic focus and significant investment in research and development set Hansoh apart. The company's revenue from innovative drugs accounted for 82.7% of its total revenue in the first half of 2025. Hansoh has also secured multiple licensing deals with major pharmaceutical companies like Roche, GSK, Merck, and Regeneron. Hansoh has maintained a high R&D expenditure, with approximately 19.4% of its revenue allocated to R&D in the first half of 2025.
Philanthropy
The available sources do not have specific details on Zhong Huijuan's philanthropy. However, Hansoh Pharma's commitment to improving human health through innovation suggests a focus on initiatives related to healthcare and disease treatment.
