C hen Kaichen is a Chinese entrepreneur and the chairman of Shenzhen H&T Intelligent Control, a leading manufacturer of intelligent controllers. These controllers are the electronic 'brains' that are essential for the operation of a vast range of modern home appliances and industrial equipment. His wealth comes from his controlling stake in the publicly traded company he founded.

H&T Intelligent Control produces the sophisticated electronic control units used in products like refrigerators, washing machines, power tools, and smart home devices. Chen founded the company in 2000 and has built it into a key supplier for major domestic and international appliance brands. The company's growth has been fueled by the increasing complexity and 'smart' functionality of everyday devices, a trend that has created massive demand for the specialized components H&T produces.