Profile

William Heinecke

Founder and Chairman
Minor International PCL

William E. Heinecke is the Founder and Chairman of Minor International (MINT), a global hospitality, restaurant, and lifestyle company operating in over 60 countries. Over nearly six decades, he has built MINT into one of the world’s leading hospitality groups, with more than 600 hotels and 2,800 restaurant outlets worldwide. A pioneering entrepreneur, he played a key role in shaping Thailand’s modern hospitality and dining industries. Today, he focuses on long-term strategy and philanthropy while continuing to pursue his passions for aviation, classic cars, and conservation through several charitable foundations.