Michael Dell is an American entrepreneur and philanthropist best known as the founder, chairman, and CEO of Dell Technologies, one of the world’s leading technology companies. Born in 1965 in Houston, Texas, Dell was a precocious student who started his own business at the age of 15. He founded Dell Technologies in 1984 with just $1,000 and a vision to make technology more accessible and affordable. Dell’s innovative approach to business and technology has made him one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time. He has been credited with revolutionizing the personal computer industry by introducing the direct-sales model, which allowed customers to purchase computers directly from the manufacturer. Dell Technologies now offers a wide range of products and services, including cloud computing, data storage, and cybersecurity solutions. In addition to his business success, Dell is also a noted philanthropist. He and his wife, Susan, founded the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation in 1999, which has since donated more than $1 billion to causes such as education, health, and poverty alleviation. Dell is also a member of the Giving Pledge, a commitment by the world’s wealthiest individuals to donate the majority of their wealth to philanthropic causes.