Chavalit Frederick Tsao is the fourth-generation steward of TPC (Tsao Pao Chee), a family business with more than 120 years of history, established in the late 1800s during the Qing Dynasty. He was born in Hong Kong, China, and after completing his education at the University of Michigan, Chavalit joined the family business at the age of 20 and became the chairman at the age of 37. He also served as the chairman of Intercargo, where he established innovative platforms to promote collaboration within the maritime sector.

Chavalit's background and experience gave him unique insights into global sustainability challenges and founded East West Cultural Development Centre in 1995 to research this topic. He discovered that integrating ancient wisdom and modern science creates a holistic approach to cultivating leadership for this era.

Under Chavalit’s stewardship, he led the transformation of the traditional family business into a multinational company with diverse business interests. He formed IMC Pan Asia Alliance Group and developed strategic alliances for collaboration, as Chavalit believes success is co-created for mutual flourishing and evolution. In 2024, Chavalit decided to bring back the family business’ original trade name, Tsao Pao Chee, with the brand TPC, as that has always been its true brand, where its roots and culture, morality, and ethical traditions have sustained the business for generations.

Chavalit champions the belief that businesses should be purpose-led, beyond profit. This belief is at the heart of his efforts to transform his family business, TPC, with a new mission: “To Serve Well-being of Life and Create Wealth at the Same Time.” He has also pioneered OCTAVE, a unique business model that fosters an integrated life journey towards well-being, demonstrating his commitment to his vision.

Continuing its legacy of evolving to serve the era, TPC (Tsao Pao Chee) is transforming into a well-being business, to serve the next era.