Founder and Brand Creator: David Gao

David Gao entered the decorative lighting and lantern industry in 2002 and is the founder of Huayicai as well as the creator of the HOYECHI brand. Over the past two decades, he has remained deeply involved in lantern craftsmanship, material development, and project execution, helping guide the company’s long-term growth in both domestic and international markets.

With continuous exploration of materials and production methods, the team has improved the durability and visual performance of lantern products for both outdoor and indoor use. Under proper conditions, Huayicai’s lantern displays are designed for extended outdoor seasonal use and long-term indoor application, supported by practical manufacturing experience and ongoing process refinement.

Under David Gao’s leadership, Huayicai has built a professional team with strong execution, coordination, and project delivery capabilities. By combining traditional lantern artistry with modern project management, the company has grown from small and mid-sized custom projects to large-scale lantern and lighting installations valued in the millions of RMB. One representative example is the Taiyuan 3D lighting project, with a total value of 20 million RMB.

As the business expanded internationally, the team participated in projects in Dubai Global Village in the UAE, as well as in Malaysia, Singapore, Canada, Uzbekistan, and other overseas markets. Through these projects, the company has helped bring Chinese lantern culture to wider international audiences while earning recognition from clients around the world.