(Shenzhen, China) EcoFlow was founded in 2017 by a cross-cultural team of young entrepreneurs—two from the United States and two from China. With backgrounds in engineering, business, and renewable energy, the team launched their venture in Shenzhen, combining global experience with local innovation. At least one co-founder, Eli Harris, is fluent in both Mandarin and English, and their early success relied heavily on collaboration across languages and borders.
Their mission was clear from the start: to provide clean, portable power for everyone. What began as a small startup quickly grew through ingenuity and purpose. EcoFlow’s battery-powered generators and solar storage systems are now used by outdoor adventurers, emergency responders, and off-grid communities alike—bringing reliable electricity to places the traditional grid cannot reach.
EcoFlow exemplifies small-business stewardship through sustainable product design, humanitarian outreach, and scalable innovation. Though their team has grown, the spirit of a nimble, mission-driven startup remains at the heart of their culture. For small business owners everywhere, EcoFlow is a powerful example of how a clear purpose, shared values, and cross-border cooperation can spark world-changing impact—even from a modest beginning.