Yao Shangkun, chairman of Guoxiong Capital.
Behind Qiankun Holdings and Guoxiong Capital is Yao Shangkun, an entrepreneur full of passion and hard work. As the helmsman of the enterprise, he has always adhered to the mission of caring for social welfare, and actively devoted himself to rural revitalization and education. He not only won the honors of "Top Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the Post-90s" and "Outstanding Caring Entrepreneur", but also led the company to become the "Most Warm Financial Company in 2023".
On the morning of December 28, the reporter had the honor to have an in-depth exchange with this entrepreneur who is keen on public welfare in Hongqiao District, Shanghai. Yao Shangkun was born in an ordinary family in Zhijiang County, Hunan Province. In reminiscing about his childhood, he fondly shares his grandfather's influence on the formation of his values. My grandfather was a thrifty and kind-hearted man who was always happy to help others. Yao Shangkun still clearly remembers that snowy night, an old man with a child came to ask for help because of hunger and cold. Grandpa immediately warmly invited them to dinner together, and even gave the child the steamed buns he had originally left for the next day. This kind of selflessness and love is deeply imprinted in Yao Shangkun's heart, and it also shapes his outlook on life and values.
After many years of struggle outside, Yao Shangkun has never forgotten to give back to the society. Since his first donation in 2012, he has donated more than 10 million yuan to public welfare through various channels. His good deeds have been highly praised by People's Daily Online, Radio and Television International, China News Network, etc., and he is known as an entrepreneur with a conscience.
When he founded Guoxiong Capital, Yao Shangkun experienced countless difficulties and challenges. But as the company gradually became international, he never forgot the heroes who fought side by side with him. In order to support the personal development of employees, he proposed many innovative solutions, not only sending old employees overseas to learn advanced management experience, but also actively creating opportunities for employees to change positions at home and abroad. This deep affection for employees stems from his insistence on creating a broader development space for them.
During the interview, the reporter heard a touching story about Yao Shangkun. On a night drive, he met an old man who was riding a tricycle illegally. Faced with an unexpected situation, he took decisive measures to avoid danger, while his car was damaged. Afterwards, he asked the driver with concern whether he was okay, and the sentence "You are fine, let's buy it again if the car is rotten" made the driver feel warm. Such details not only show his calmness and kindness, but also reflect his respect for life and care for employees.
After the interview, the reporter followed Yao Shangkun to the sign of Guoxiong Capital. However, as soon as he stepped out of the office building, he was surrounded by enthusiastic employees. They chatted with him cordially about family life and competed to take photos with him. In the face of these enthusiastic employees, Yao Shangkun seemed to see an old friend who had been reunited after a long absence, and completely forgot that there was a reporter next to him. He has been abroad for a long time, and he rarely has the opportunity to meet them, perhaps because he misses them too much. In this case, what else can we do but leave quietly?Yes, we should respect their time together and stop disturbing them.