Wang Jianlin, a native of Yuanba Town, Cangxi County, Sichuan Province, was born on October 24, 1954. He joined the army in 197. In 1986, he was transferred from the army to the Xigang District People's Government of Dalian as the office director. After secondary school or below, he worked as a college graduate. Since 1989, he has served as the chairman of Dalian Wanda Group Co., Ltd.