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View Larger Image and Additional Photos of Yan Hau ChenAbout Yan Hau Chen : YAN HAU CHEN is the CEO of FIRST RANK Co., Ltd., a company specializing in the design, development, and manufacturing of swim goggles. With 46 years of OEM experience, the company is transitioning to brand innovation, leveraging its technical expertise to enter the consumer market. FIRST RANK aims to lead swim goggle technology in the Asia-Pacific region. Its strategy focuses on target audience definition, brand positioning, and innovation-driven growth. By integrating design and technology, the company enhances the swimming experience while ensuring sustainable business development.
Design is the bridge between imagination and reality, where creativity meets functionality to improve lives. It is a process of problem-solving, innovation, and emotional connection. Whether in product design, architecture, or digital interfaces, design should always serve a purpose—enhancing efficiency, aesthetics, and user experience.
Art, on the other hand, is an expression of emotions, thoughts, and perspectives. It is not bound by functionality but rather seeks to inspire, provoke, and communicate. While design often follows rules and constraints, art thrives in freedom and abstraction.
For me, the essence of design lies in balance—the ability to merge aesthetics with practicality, tradition with modernity, and simplicity with complexity. Great design should not only be visually appealing but also intuitive and meaningful. It should address human needs while pushing the boundaries of creativity.
I believe that design is not just about creating objects but about shaping experiences. A well-designed product, service, or system can bring joy, convenience, and even social change. The best designs seamlessly integrate into everyday life, making them feel natural and indispensable.
As a designer, my philosophy is to create with purpose, innovate with curiosity, and refine with precision. Every design is an opportunity to solve a challenge, evoke an emotion, or tell a story. My goal is to contribute designs that not only stand out visually but also stand the test of time in terms of functionality and relevance.
Motto: “Design with purpose, innovate with passion, and create for impact.”
ORGANIZATION:
FIRST RANK CO., LTD.
NON-DESIGN OCCUPATION:
IT applications programmer IT, automation, telecommunication
EDUCATION:
1992-1993, Computer Science, MSc, University of Essex, ESSEX/UK.
1985-1987, Mechanical Engineering, BSc, Yuan Ze University, TAOYUAN/TAIWAN.
1980-1985, Mechanical Engineering, Diploma, Minghsin University of Science and Technology, HSINCHU/TAIWAN.
EXPERIENCE:
2011-Present, General Manager, FIRST RANK CO,. LTD., TAIWAN.
2004-2011, Project Manager, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Academia Sinica, TAIWAN.
PRIVATE EXHIBITIONS:
2024, ISPO, Munich Germany
2024, Sport Lohas Show, Taipei Taiwan
2024, Designed Giftionery Taiwan, Taipei Taiwan
MIXED EXHIBITIONS:
2022, SAEKO, "TAIWAN PLUS", Tokyo's Ueno Park, Tokyo Japan
2022, SAEKO, "Summer Show", Taiwan Excellence, Denver USA
2018, SAEKO, "Davao Int’l Marathon", Taiwan Excellence, Manila Philippines
2018, SAEKO, "Taiwan Fashion", Taiwan Excellence, Tokyo Japan
EVENTS:
2024, SAEKO, sponsor and participant, "Challenge Taiwan", Taitung Taiwan
2023-2024, SAEKO, participant, "TST Breeze Triathlon", Taipei Taiwan
2020, SAEKO, participant, "Wefight", Kenting Taiwan
AWARDS:
2015, Winner, Taiwan Excellence Award, TAIWAN.
2016, Winner, Taiwan Excellence Award, TAIWAN.
2017, Winner, Taiwan Excellence Award, TAIWAN.
2018, Winner, Taiwan Excellence Award, TAIWAN.
2019, Winner, Taiwan Excellence Award, TAIWAN.
2020, Winner, Taiwan Excellence Award, TAIWAN.
PRESS APPEARANCES:
None
ACADEMIC PUBLICATIONS:
2008, "GenoWatch: a disease gene mining browser for association study", Nucleic Acids Research, Taiwan
2008, "Functional analysis of novel SNPs and mutations in human and mouse genomes", BMC Bioinformatics, Taiwan
2006, "Affyrmation: Online Real-time Affirmation and Annotation for Affymetrix SNP Information", Journal of Genetics and Molecular Biology, Taiwan
BOOKS:
None
ACCOLADES:
None
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Chinese (Native).
English (Intermediate).
COMPUTER LITERACY:
SolidWorks, Intermediate
Adobe Photoshop, Intermediate
Onshape, Intermediate
Visual Studio Code, Intermediate
Adobe Premiere, Novice
COURSES, SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS::
2023-2024, "Strategic Transformation Workshop", FIRST RANK CO,. LTD., Taipei Taiwan
2024, "Taiwan Industry AI Design Capability & Sustainable Value Creation Implementation Plan", Good Design Association, Taiwan
SYMPOSIUMS AND ACADEMIC CONFERENCES::
2024, "Design & Marketing Forum", Good Design Association, Taiwan
MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS:
1990, Good Design Association, Taiwan
COLLECTIONS:
None
JURY MEMBERSHIPS:
None
HOBBIES:
General & Social: Traveling, Volunteering
Creative & Artistic: Painting, Sketching
Technology & Science: Coding
Sports & Fitness: Swimming
CLIENTELE:
2011-2025, FIRST RANK CO,. LTD. Product Manager
2004-2011, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Project Manager
WEB SITE:
https://www.chido.com.tw/
PORTFOLIO URL:
https://www.chido.com.tw/
RSS URL:
https://www.chido.com.tw/
REGISTRATION DATE:
2025-02-22 23:26:11
COUNTRY/REGION:
Taiwan (China)
ACCOUNT TYPE:
Agency
Awards received by Yan Hau Chen
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Chido Multifunctional Vest A' Design Award Winner for Baby, Kids' and Children's Products Design Category in 2024 Yan Hau Chen - First Rank for Chido |
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