Our Story

The story of DHPO begins in a small southern town known for its resilience and determination. It is a tale of dreams, challenges, and perseverance, showcasing the journey of a brand that grew from nothing to something, from a local presence to an international name.

I was born in Dapu, Meizhou, Guangdong—a town famous for its blue and white porcelain. Growing up in this rich ceramic culture, I developed a unique connection and deep affection for ceramics. In 1998, I graduated from Guangdong Ceramic School with a major in ceramic technology and design. At 22, full of hope for the future, I moved to Guangzhou, a city at the forefront of China’s reform and opening up, and began my career at a ceramic factory in Conghua. However, the economic turmoil of the late '90s hit the market hard, and many state-owned enterprises struggled to adapt, eventually fading away. The factory I worked at was no exception. The 1999 state-owned enterprise reform led to its privatization, and I became one of the first employees to be laid off.

In early 2002, with the support of my former colleagues and mentors, and drawing on my professional background, I founded my own company, naming it "Donghan" after my hometown’s Han River, symbolizing the flow of positive energy and enduring success. The early days of Donghan were filled with unexpected challenges. Rent, utilities, taxes, and other expenses piled up, making the startup journey precarious.

During these challenging times, I relied on my youthful passion and relentless effort, taking on every task myself. Though luck was not on my side, I continued to search for a way forward through adversity. I realized that the key to survival was to continuously improve my character and the wisdom to navigate life and business.

From a young age, I was taught by my parents and teachers to uphold honesty and integrity. These simple values became deeply ingrained in my subconscious, guiding my decisions in running the business. Throughout the first decade of the company’s development, I relied on these principles of honest business practices and a win-win mindset to overcome each crisis.

When I started the company, my goal was to establish a stable life in Guangzhou for my family and relatives. Driven by this belief, I pushed forward despite numerous setbacks, gradually achieving stability. Along the way, I also fulfilled my dream of building a family. With the support and responsibilities of my family, the business began to grow.

In 2010, the addition of Kenny brought new energy to the company. He set an example with his gentlemanly demeanor, leading the company to breakthroughs in both business and management.

In 2016, our company entered a decade of transformative growth. We moved into Dehui Technology Park, reorganized our team structure, and expanded our business and display areas. As market demands evolved, we gradually adjusted our product positioning, established a technical R&D team, and launched our own brand—DHPO, investing heavily in innovation and development. Today, DHPO has earned the trust and support of global customers through its unique product designs and exceptional quality.

In 2020, despite the global pandemic, our brand's products were well-received in the Middle East, bringing significant revenue to the company. Our self-developed brand and technical innovations began to shine.

After nearly 20 years of growth, I constantly reflect on the purpose and mission of the company. In 2023, we were fortunate to study at the Zunsheng Academy, where we learned from the teachings of "The Four Instructions of Liao Fan" and the works of Kazuo Inamori. Through this year of study, we upgraded our understanding and experienced profound changes in our values. We realized the importance of "What is right as a human being," which is not only a guiding principle for running a business but also a fundamental rule for living and working.

Our Vision

The future of DHPO belongs to all of us. Our vision is to create a happy and harmonious enterprise that creates brand value for our customers, achieves both material and spiritual well-being for all employees, and contributes to society's development. We will build a life community with our customers, employees, and suppliers, ensuring high returns for the company and a stable life for our employees. We will respect nature, follow its laws, pursue harmony and beauty, and promote excellent traditional Chinese culture, contributing to the happiness of the world.

Founder

Pu Yan

DHPO's founder, Puyan, use what he has learned in his profession, started his career in practical ceramics manufacturing in 2001 and provided OEM and ODM services for well-known international brands.

The intensified market competition, homogeneous competition, price wars and many other phenomena have inspired him to establish DHPO with a clear positioning as an innovative enterprise focusing on high-quality artisan aesthetic specialty coffee products.

He always adheres to customer-oriented values - creating a better life for customers.

He aims to become the leader in artisan aesthetic specialty coffee products in the next three years.