James Sinegal
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James D. Sinegal (born January 1, 1936) is an American billionaire businessman and the co-founder and former CEO of the Costco Wholesale Corporation,[1] 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.
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Born | James D. Sinegal (1936-01-01) January 1, 1936 (age 88) 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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