Early Life
Zhou Qunfei was born in 1970 in Xiangxiang, Hunan province, China. She grew up in a poor family. Her father, a former soldier, was partially blind due to an industrial accident, and her mother passed away when Zhou was five years old. She helped raise animals to support her family financially. At age 16, she left school and became a migrant worker.
Rise to Success
Zhou started her career working in a factory, making watch parts. In 1993, she founded her own company with savings of approximately $3,000. Her company, Lens Technology, initially focused on manufacturing watch lenses. In 2003, Lens Technology began producing glass screens for Motorola. The company's breakthrough came in 2007 when it produced touch screens for Apple's first iPhone.
Key Business Strategies
Zhou Qunfei focused on high-quality products and innovation. Lens Technology expanded its customer base to include major tech companies like Apple, Samsung, and Huawei. The company invested in technology to improve production processes and maintain quality.
Philanthropy
Specific philanthropy amounts are not readily available through search results.