Frank Wang

Frank Wang

Frank Wang (#843)

  • $ 5 B
  • Drones
  • China
  • M
  • 45 Years

About Me

The world's first drone billionaire, Frank Wang is the founder and chairman of DJI, China's biggest seller of civil drones with over two-thirds market share. Wang founded DJI in 2006 and ran it out of his dorm room at Hong Kong University of Science & Technology. DJI is best known for its Phantom Drones, which retail for around $1,000. DJI made a list of "Chinese military companies operating in the United States" published by the U.S. Department of Defense in 2022.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Frank Wang’s rise and global influence.

  • #837   Billionaires (2026)
  • #92   China's 100 Richest (2025)
  • #76   Richest In Tech (2017)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Frank Wang’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $5.1B (May 4, 2026)