Lei Jun is a Chinese businessman, the self-made billionaire Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Xiaomi Corporation (HKSE: 1810), a global leader in smartphones, consumer electronics, and IoT platforms. Born in Xiantao, Hubei, in 1969, his career is rooted in computer science and technology.

Lei graduated from Wuhan University in 1991 with a B.S. in Computer Science. His philosophical approach centers on creating high-quality products at accessible prices (the Affordable Premium model), leveraging community engagement, and vertical integration across the digital ecosystem. His early career included working at Kingsoft, a major Chinese software company, where he became CEO at age 29.

• Xiaomi Corporation (Founder, Chairman & CEO): The core publicly traded asset, a global leader in smartphones, consumer electronics, and IoT platforms (the fourth largest smartphone maker globally).
• Kingsoft (Former CEO): He served as CEO of the software company for 10 years (1998–2008).
• Investment Strategy: His success is built on strategic angel investing in 100+ startups and founding the disruptive Xiaomi model (low cost, high specs, online sales).
• Academic Background: He holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Wuhan University.

Lei Jun's strategic genius was his commitment to disruption. He founded Xiaomi in 2010 with six co-founders, recognizing the immense opportunity to challenge global smartphone giants (like Samsung and Apple) with a low-cost, high-spec, online-only sales model. The company successfully executed its IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE) in 2018.

His structural contribution is immense: pioneering the Affordable Premium smartphone model that accelerated global smartphone adoption. His latest venture is leading the charge into the Electric Vehicle (EV) market with the Xiaomi SU7 EV, a highly anticipated product that marks a major strategic pivot for the company. His wealth is secured by his long-term equity stake in Xiaomi, cementing his status as one of China's most successful tech visionaries.

Lei Jun's social impact is structural, stemming from Xiaomi's role in providing affordable, high-quality smartphones and consumer electronics to billions of people globally, accelerating digital inclusion. His personal philanthropy supports various educational and community initiatives (including a $1.8 billion donation to Wuhan University in 2023, the largest ever single donation to a Chinese university).

His structural contribution is tied to his belief in technology as a force for economic empowerment and his influential role in China's mobile and EV technology ecosystems.

Lei Jun maintains the professional, high-energy style of a technology executive. His attire is consistently formal and high-quality, favoring tailored business suits, often paired with the minimalist aesthetic of his products. His aesthetic reflects stability and immense corporate authority, typical of a pioneer in the global tech sector.

Residing in Beijing, China, his luxury is the immense security and financial reward derived from his multi-billion dollar fortune. His life is dedicated to technology innovation, strategic management, and the long-term, stable growth of the Xiaomi ecosystem.