Qi Lu Wan Bao·2025-10-11 04:21Core Points - Zong Fuli has resigned from her positions as legal representative, director, and chairman of Wahaha Group as of September 12, 2024, and remains the second-largest shareholder of the company [1] - The resignation is reportedly due to "non-compliance" regarding trademark usage, leading Zong Fuli to focus on her own brand "Wah Xiaozong" [1] - "Wah Xiaozong" has launched its first product, a sugar-free Oolong tea priced at 4 yuan, distinctly separate from traditional Wahaha branding [1] Company Changes - Several Wahaha subsidiaries have recently undergone name changes, with three companies rebranded to "Hongsheng" in September 2024 [3][4] - The companies that have changed to "Hongsheng" include Nanyang Wahaha Changsheng Beverage Co., Shanxi Wahaha Changsheng Beverage Co., and Hulin Wahaha Beverage Co. [3][4] Background Information - Zong Fuli, born in January 1982, is the daughter of Wahaha founder Zong Qinghou and has held various positions within the company since 2018 [4] - In August 2024, Zong Fuli took over as the legal representative and chairman of Wahaha Group following the passing of Zong Qinghou [4] - Zong Fuli is associated with over 210 enterprises, with more than 200 currently operational, holding various leadership roles and stakes in these companies [4] Recent Developments - Zong Fuli has been in the news due to a billion-dollar inheritance dispute related to her father [5] - A key member of Wahaha, Yan Xuefeng, was recently under investigation for disciplinary issues but has since returned to work [5] - On September 26, 2024, the Hong Kong High Court rejected an appeal by Zong Fuli and others regarding a summons [5]