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Handing operating control from founder to successor or next-generation management.
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2026 · Investor/Pass Founder Ledger
Dong Mingzhu — Founder Ledger Overview
Dong Mingzhu's role is documented as: chairwoman of the Board, Gree Electric Appliances; stepped down as President in April 2025, with Zhang Wei taking over that role Confirmed re-elected to a fifth three-year term as chairwoman as of April 23, 2025, while stepping down as president in favor of Zhang Wei, per Yicai Global (research date: 2026-08-23).
2025 · Yicai Global
China's 'Home Appliances Queen' Steps Down as Gree President, Remains Chairwoman
Stepped down as Gree's president in April 2025 while remaining chairwoman, handing the president role to Zhang Wei as part of a management rejuvenation effort, after having identified and rotated several potential successors through various roles.
2013 · Wikipedia
Dong Mingzhu
Rose through Gree's sales and management ranks from 1990 saleswoman to president (2001) to chairwoman (2012).
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