William Wang
William Wang, as the Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Vizio since 2002, has revolutionized the television industry by making high-quality, innovative TVs and soundbars accessible and affordable to millions. Under his leadership, Vizio transformed from a startup into a leading TV brand in the United States, pioneering the world's first internet-connected TV and steering the company to the forefront of the Smart TV revolution. He has been recognized with Lifetime Achievement Honors at the 75th Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards for his significant contributions.
Career Milestones
- Founded VIZIO in 2002 with a mission to make high-quality, affordable digital TVs accessible to American consumers.
- Led VIZIO to become a top-selling HDTV brand in the United States by 2007, redefining value in consumer electronics.
- Pioneered Smart TV technology by launching VIZIO SmartCast in 2016, integrating popular streaming platforms such as Netflix.
- Guided VIZIO to become the number one selling soundbar brand in America by 2016, expanding the company’s dominance in home entertainment.
- Led VIZIO through its successful public offering in 2021, solidifying its reputation as a major American consumer electronics brand.
- Received the Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award at the 75th Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards for his contributions to the television industry.
About Vizio
Vizio is an American consumer electronics company that provides smart TVs and soundbars, aiming to make quality entertainment accessible to everyone. They serve value-focused consumers by offering industry-leading technology and entertainment at an accessible price point. Vizio differentiates itself through its commitment to value, innovation in picture and audio quality, and a consumer-led approach that has earned them positive customer reviews and awards for customer service.