Founder & Chairman, Minor International, Thailand
William E. Heinecke is Founder and Chairman of Minor International, one of Asia’s leading hospitality, restaurant, and lifestyle companies, headquartered in Thailand. Over nearly six decades, he has grown Minor from a startup founded at age 17 into a global enterprise spanning more than 60 countries, with a portfolio that includes Minor Hotels, Anantara, Avani, NH Hotels, and Minor Food. A pioneering entrepreneur and influential leader in global hospitality, Heinecke is widely recognized for his vision, innovation, and contributions to the growth of tourism and hospitality across Asia and around the world.