10月10日，多家媒体从接近娃哈哈的消息人士处确认，宗馥莉已于9月12日正式向娃哈哈集团提交辞 呈，辞去公司董事长、法人代表及相关管理职务。该决定已完成内部审批流程，并获得董事会通过。这 意味着，宗馥莉自2024年8月底接任董事长以来，其担任娃哈哈"掌门人"的任期为1年零14天，正式结 束。 虽然官方并未公布辞职原因，但综合公开信息及企业治理背景可以看出，这一人事变动并非孤立事件。 过去一年多时间内，围绕宗馥莉的多重法律争议、商标归属问题、改革节奏以及家族股权关系，持续成 为外界关注焦点。 2024年，娃哈哈集团在其传统优势品类上实现较大增长，全国饮料销售收入同比上涨53%，刷新历史纪 录。2025年一季度业绩延续增长态势，反映出宗馥莉任内企业整体经营表现稳健。然而，在组织内部， 她所推动的一系列制度性调整——包括中高层人事轮岗、财务流程标准化、经销商结构优化等——在带 来效率提升的同时，也引发一定范围内的内部阻力。 与此同时，家族相关事务亦开始影响公司运作。据财新、智通财经等媒体报道，宗馥莉所主导的宏胜系 高管严学峰，近期因个人问题被纪委立案调查。此外，由宗庆后其他子女发起的家族信托纠纷案件正在 香港审理中 ...

Core Viewpoint - Wahaha is planning to change its brand name to "Wawaizong" starting from the 2026 sales year due to compliance issues related to the "Wahaha" trademark, which has raised concerns internally about the potential risks associated with this decision [2][6][17]. Group 1: Brand Change and Compliance Issues - The decision to change the brand name is seen as a critical move for the company's survival, as it aims to address historical compliance issues that have exposed the company to legal risks [8][17]. - The current trademark ownership structure complicates the use of the "Wahaha" brand, requiring unanimous consent from all shareholders for its use [10]. - Previous attempts to transfer the trademark to a subsidiary were unsuccessful due to the need for shareholder approval [11]. Group 2: Internal Restructuring - Since the appointment of Zong Fuli, Wahaha has undergone significant internal reforms, including two major rounds of personnel changes within six months [3][19]. - In April, the company issued eight dismissal notices affecting many mid-level managers, followed by further adjustments in July that impacted regional managers across multiple areas [4][19]. - There have been reports of salary reductions and job relocations for long-term employees, leading to dissatisfaction and increased turnover [22][24]. Group 3: Market Performance and Future Outlook - Wahaha's sales have reportedly declined compared to previous years, raising concerns about the company's future performance [23]. - Zong Fuli has expressed a desire to lead the company to new heights, but the current challenges may hinder this ambition [24].

Core Insights - The discussion surrounding the overseas wealth transfer of the Zong Qinghou family, once regarded as "China's richest," has gained significant public attention due to their substantial asset movement [1][8] - The Zong Qinghou family holds assets exceeding 15 billion RMB, including luxury properties in Los Angeles, Boston, and Hong Kong, alongside various trusts and equity holdings [1][4] - The family's primary business, Wahaha beverage series, mainly operates in mainland China, raising questions about the methods employed for their wealth accumulation and overseas asset transfer [1] Group 1: Wealth Accumulation and Transfer Methods - The Zong Qinghou family has a long history of overseas asset allocation, starting with the establishment of a company in California in 1992, which facilitated their application for U.S. green cards [1][2] - The family has utilized various strategies for fund transfer, including partnerships with foreign companies like Danone, which yielded significant returns, and the establishment of offshore companies to enjoy tax benefits [2][6] - The family’s real estate holdings in California, such as the San Marino estate and Los Altos Avenue villa, along with high-end properties in Hong Kong, not only reflect their wealth but also facilitate overseas fund transfers [4][6] Group 2: Challenges and Internal Issues - The Zong Qinghou family faced challenges, including tax issues with the IRS due to failure to report global income, leading to tax liabilities and penalties [6] - Internal disputes over family wealth have highlighted deficiencies in their asset management and inheritance arrangements [6] - Despite these challenges, the family's sophisticated asset management strategies and structural designs have been impressive, showcasing their adeptness in wealth transfer [6][8]