Larry Ellison
Businessman, co-founder of Oracle Corporation
Born
August 17th, 1944
80 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Co-founded the software company Oracle Corporation in 1977, specializing in database management systems. Ellison served as the Chief Executive Officer, leading the company through initial public offering and expanding its offerings in cloud computing. Under his leadership, Oracle became a major player in enterprise software and technology services. Ellison's business strategies and innovations significantly shaped the tech industry, pricing strategies, and corporate acquisitions. Additionally, Ellison is an aviation enthusiast and has participated in professional yacht racing.
Co-founded Oracle Corporation
Expedited Oracle's growth in cloud computing
Held CEO position for over four decades
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