Jim Thompson & family

Jim Thompson & family (#1860)

I didn't have a vision. Because when you're small, there are so many things that you have to accomplish that the vision is: can I make my payroll next week? You can't think too far beyond that.

$ 2 B
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Ireland
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86 Years

About Me

Jim Thompson started his moving company, Crown Worldwide Group, in Japan in 1965, with $1,000. Crown Worldwide is now one of the world's largest privately held relocation companies, with operations in 45 countries and more than 3,000 employees. It is also involved in document storage and fine-arts transportation. Thompson moved the company's headquarters to Hong Kong in 1978. He is a permanent resident of Hong Kong. A citizen of Ireland, he is a native of the state of New Jersey and owns a country estate in Ireland, near the home of his ancestors. He resigned as chairman in 2025 and is now chairman emeritus; his daughter, Jennifer Harvey, is the group's CEO.

Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Jim Thompson & family’s rise and global influence.

#1834 Billionaires (2026)
#37 Hong Kong's 50 Richest (2026)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Jim Thompson & family’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $2.3B (May 4, 2026)