Ming Thein

Ming Thein is a multifaceted individual who has made significant contributions to the fields of horology, photography, and business strategy.

As the co-founder and design chief of Horologer MING, Ming has successfully transformed the brand into a recognized premium name within a short span of three years, culminating in winning the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève in 2019 and being a finalist in 2018 and 2020 with various models.

In addition to his achievements in horology, Ming is also a talented photographer, writer, and business strategist, with a specialization in architecture and industrial documentary work. He has remarkably grown his online audience on mingthein.com to 3 million visitors in the first year with no marketing expenditure, solidifying his website as one of the largest photography platforms online.

Ming's past roles include serving as the Hasselblad global ambassador in 2016, rising to the position of Chief of Strategy in 2017-18, and advising the Board of DJI during the same period. He has also been involved in team leadership for mergers and acquisitions, business development, new business implementation, strategic growth planning, fund management, and structured product trading and valuation.

Educationally, Ming pursued a Master's degree at the University of Oxford, adding an academic foundation to his diverse skill set.

Currently, Ming Thein holds the positions of founder and CEO at Horologer MING, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and leadership qualities.