What Did Jeff Bezos Do Before Amazon
Before founding Amazon, Jeff Bezos worked in computer science and finance on Wall Street, most notably as a senior vice president at D.E.
Shaw & Co.
He left this position to establish Amazon.com in 1994.
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Pre Amazon Career
After graduating from Princeton University in 1986, Bezos held various positions in the finance sector. He gained experience in developing internet related business models and e commerce systems. His previous employers included Fitel, Bankers Trust, and ultimately D.E. Shaw & Co.
Amazon's Ongoing Influence
Bezos founded Amazon, which has become a global force in e commerce and logistics. As the founder, his influence remains notable, with a current influence score of 9/100. The scale of Amazon's operations continues to generate significant global impact, recently evidenced by a devastating Amazon cargo plane crash at Miami airport that killed five individuals (GeoGazet tracking).