Bill Gates

As Chair of the Gates Foundation and Founder of Breakthrough Energy, Bill Gates focuses on global health equity, poverty, and clean energy innovation. He co-founded Microsoft, pioneering the personal computer revolution, and attended Harvard University before leaving to start his company. He is recognized for his philanthropic efforts and technological foresight.

Outside of his professional work, Bill is a voracious reader who regularly shares book recommendations on his blog, Gates Notes. He is an avid traveler, enjoys playing bridge, and is a passionate tennis and pickleball player, a sport he has played for over 50 years.

Interesting fact: Bill Gates purchased the Codex Leicester, a collection of scientific writings by Leonardo da Vinci, for $30. 8 million in 1994.