Miguel "Mike" Bezos
Co-Founder & Co-Chair of the Bezos Family Foundation
Miguel "Mike" Bezos, a Cuban-American philanthropist, is recognized for his substantial contributions to Amazon and his philanthropic pursuits. As one of the initial investors in Amazon, his involvement played a key role in its inception and eventual global expansion. Bezos's professional career spans over 32 years with Exxon Mobil, where he held various engineering and managerial positions. His journey from immigrating to the United States as a teenager from Cuba to becoming a significant figure in global business offers a compelling narrative of resilience and perseverance.
Alongside his wife, Jackie Bezos, he co-founded and co-chairs the Bezos Family Foundation in 2000. The foundation's focus extends beyond financial contributions, investing in research, public awareness, and innovative programs to improve life outcomes for children from birth through high school. Their philanthropic commitment, which includes contributions totaling over $710.5 million to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, reflects a dedicated intention to positively impact society.
Despite his extensive commitments, Bezos values time spent with his family, which includes his three children and their spouses, as well as his 11 grandchildren. Furthermore, Bezos serves on several boards, including the Aspen Institute Board of Trustees, the National Constitution Center Board of Trustees, the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation Board of Directors, and the advisory board of With Honor Action. As an alumnus of the University of Albuquerque, Bezos's experiences and achievements span multiple domains, from business and philanthropy to family and social contributions.
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