Michael Dell

Michael Dell revolutionized the PC industry by pioneering a direct-to-consumer sales model....

Quick Facts

Born Birthplace Education
February 23, 1965 Houston, Texas, USA University of Texas at Austin (dropped out)
Nationality Net Worth Companies
American $231B Dell Technologies

Biography

Michael Dell revolutionized the PC industry by pioneering a direct-to-consumer sales model.

Career Milestones

  • Founded PC's Limited (later Dell) in 1984 at age 19
  • Took Dell public in 1988
  • Pioneered the direct-to-consumer PC sales model
  • Led the $67 billion acquisition of EMC Corporation in 2016
  • Took Dell private in 2013 and re-IPO'd in 2018

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Data Sources

Data from Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Michael Dell?

Michael Dell revolutionized the PC industry by pioneering a direct-to-consumer sales model..

How did Michael Dell make their fortune?

Through Dell Technologies, building one of the most valuable companies in the world.

What is Michael Dell's net worth?

Michael Dell's estimated net worth is $231 billion, according to Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list.