Jeff Bezos
- Full name: Jeffrey Preston Jorgensen
- Born: January 12, 1964 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S.
- Education: Princeton University (BSE)
- Occupations: Entrepreneur, media proprietor, investor computer, engineer
- Title: Founder and executive chairman of Amazon, Founder of Blue Origin, Founder of Bezos Expeditions
Jeff Bezos is an American entrepreneur and business magnate who is best known as the founder and former CEO of Amazon.com, the world's largest online retailer. Jeffrey Preston Bezos was born on January 12, 1964, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. He graduated from Princeton University in 1986 with a degree in computer science and electrical engineering.
In 1994, Bezos founded Amazon.com as an online bookstore in his garage in Bellevue, Washington. Over time, Amazon expanded its product offerings to include a wide range of goods, including electronics, apparel, household items, and digital media. Under Bezos' leadership, Amazon grew into a global e-commerce giant and diversified its business into various sectors, including cloud computing (Amazon Web Services), streaming services (Amazon Prime Video), and hardware (Kindle e-readers and Echo smart speakers).
In addition to Amazon, Bezos is the founder of Blue Origin, a private aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company. Blue Origin aims to develop a space tourism industry and make space travel more accessible. The company has conducted successful launches and is focused on advancing reusable rocket technology. In 2021, Bezos stepped down as the CEO of Amazon and assumed the role of Executive Chairman of the company's board. He continues to be involved in strategic decisions and initiatives at Amazon.
Jeff Bezos' entrepreneurial journey and his success in revolutionizing e-commerce have had a significant impact on the business world. His focus on innovation, customer experience, and bold ventures in space exploration demonstrates his relentless pursuit of pioneering endeavors.
