Jeff Bezos is an American entrepreneur recognized for founding Amazon, a major company in online retail and cloud computing. He served as Amazon's president, CEO, and later as executive chairman, playing a central role in the company's growth and global influence. Bezos has consistently ranked among the world's wealthiest individuals, with Forbes estimating his net worth at $239.4 billion as of December 2025. He held the position of the richest person globally from 2017 to 2021, according to major financial publications.