James Sinegal
James D. Sinegal (born January 1, 1936) is an American billionaire businessman and the co-founder and former CEO of the Costco Wholesale Corporation, an international retail chain. He served as Costco's president and CEO from 1983 until 2011. As CEO of Costco, Sinegal was known for his hands-on humanitarian approach to business, which he learned from his mentor, Sol Price. He prioritized customer and employee satisfaction over shareholder interests and is also known for his philanthropic efforts.
Jim Sinegal | |
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| Born | James D. Sinegal January 1, 1936 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Alma mater | San Diego State University |
| Occupation(s) | Retired businessman and retail executive |
| Known for | Founder and former CEO of Costco |
| Successor | W. Craig Jelinek |
| Spouse | Janet Sinegal |
| Children | 3 |
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