Jeff Bezos: From Garage to Galaxy
The Journey of Amazon's Founder From Online Bookstore to Space Exploration Business Studies - Year 9
Early Life and Family Background
Born January 12, 1964, in Albuquerque, New Mexico Mother Jacklyn was 17 years old when he was born Adopted by stepfather Miguel Bezos at age 4 Moved to Houston, Texas, then Miami, Florida Showed early interest in science and technology
Education and Early Career
Graduated valedictorian from Miami Palmetto High School Studied electrical engineering and computer science at Princeton University Graduated summa cum laude in 1986 Worked at Fitel, Bankers Trust, and D.E. Shaw & Co. Became youngest senior vice president at D.E. Shaw at age 30
Obstacles and Challenges Faced
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Companies Founded and Business Empire
Amazon (1994) - Started as online bookstore, now global marketplace Blue Origin (2000) - Private space exploration company Bezos Expeditions - Investment company The Washington Post - Purchased in 2013 for $250 million Amazon Web Services - Cloud computing division
Net Worth and Financial Success
Legacy and Impact on Humanity
'We've had three big ideas at Amazon that we've stuck with for 18 years, and they're the reason we're successful: Put the customer first. Invent. And be patient.' Revolutionized online shopping and logistics Bezos Earth Fund - $10 billion commitment to fight climate change Advanced space technology through Blue Origin Created millions of jobs worldwide