Lens Technology founder Zhou Qunfei builds massive fortune

Zhou Qunfei, the 56-year-old founder of Lens Technology, has achieved significant wealth following a journey from poverty to becoming a prominent Chinese entrepreneur. Born in 1970 in Hunan province, Zhou faced a difficult childhood after losing her mother at age five and dealing with her father's work-related disabilities.

Due to financial hardship, she left school at age 16 and moved to Shenzhen to work. Her early career included roles as a construction site security guard and a factory worker processing watch glass. Through continuous learning and entrepreneurship, she established Lens Technology, a major supplier of components for global technology brands, including Apple. As of early 2026, her estimated net worth is 110 billion NDT, approximately 426 trillion VND.