Michael Dell
Michael Dell is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Dell Technologies, a company he started in 1984. He revolutionized the IT industry with a direct-to-consumer sales model and has consistently driven innovation, expanding Dell into one of the world's largest technology infrastructure providers. Under his leadership, Dell Technologies has grown to offer a broad portfolio of products and services, including computers, software, and cloud solutions, serving a wide range of customers globally.
Career Milestones
- Michael Dell founded Dell Technologies in 1984 with $1000, pioneering a direct-to-consumer sales model for personal computers.
- By 1992, at age 27, he became the youngest CEO to lead a Fortune 500 company.
- Under his leadership, Dell became the world's largest PC maker by 2001.
- In 2013, he took Dell private in a $24.4 billion management buyout, orchestrating the largest technology acquisition in history by combining Dell, EMC, and VMware in 2016.
- Dell also established the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation in 1999, focusing on improving the lives of children globally. These achievements underscore his enduring vision to transform lives with technology and drive human progress.
About Dell Technologies
Dell, founded in 1984, is a technology company specializing in computer equipment and services. They help individuals, small businesses, and large corporations with customizable, high-performance PCs, servers, and IT solutions. Core features include durable hardware, powerful processors, and strong customer support. Benefits include reliability, competitive pricing, and tailored technology solutions.