Guofu Ye

Ye Guofu is the founder and CEO of Japan-inspired retailer Miniso, known for its dollar stores that sell mascara for $1.50 and headphones for $6.

Ye gained inspiration for Miniso while on vacation with his family in Japan in 2013.

The company went public on the New York Stock Exchange in October 2020.

Miniso has more than 4,200 stores in over 80 countries and regions.

Ye holds a degree from Zhongnan University of Economics and Law.