
- RoleFounder & CEO
- CategoryFounders
- Brand
- Description
Grant Wang is the founder, Chairman and CEO of POP MART International Group, the Chinese company that has transformed designer toys into a global pop-cultural business.
Founded around the idea of making designer toys more accessible, POP MART has built a portfolio of character IP including MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, DIMOO and THE MONSTERS. The company’s rise has accelerated internationally through THE MONSTERS and its breakout character LABUBU, which has moved far beyond the traditional collectible-toy audience to become a mass cultural phenomenon. Under Wang’s leadership, POP MART has demonstrated that Chinese-developed character IP can generate fandom, scarcity, collectability and cultural relevance across markets.
Born in 1987, Wang holds an MBA from Peking University and has been recognized by Fortune China and Forbes China, including on Forbes China’s Best CEOs list. His significance extends beyond toys: POP MART has become a case study in how Chinese consumer companies can turn original IP, retail experience and fan culture into a globally scalable entertainment business.
- About Jing Daily 100
The Jing Daily 100 celebrates the entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and cultural leaders shaping the future of luxury and culture in China and APAC. Spanning business, fashion, art, media, design, and entertainment, the list recognizes the individuals whose ideas, influence, and ambition are redefining the country’s creative landscape — and increasingly shaping conversations far beyond it.
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