Mark Zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg
Born	Mark Elliot Zuckerberg May 14, 1984 White Plains, New York, U.S.
Citizenship	United States
Education	Harvard University (dropped out)
Occupation	Entrepreneur, philanthropist
Known for	Co-founder and CEO of Facebook, Inc.
Net worth	US$ (as of January 2022)
Spouse	Priscilla Chan
Children	2
Parents	Edward Zuckerberg (father), Karen Kempner (mother)
Website
https://www.facebook.com/zuck

Mark Elliot Zuckerberg (born May 14, 1984) is an American entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is best known as the co-founder and CEO of Facebook, Inc.

Early Life and Education

Mark Zuckerberg was born on May 14, 1984, in White Plains, New York, to Karen Kempner, a psychiatrist, and Edward Zuckerberg, a dentist. He attended Phillips Exeter Academy, where he showed exceptional talent in programming. In 2002, Zuckerberg enrolled at Harvard University, where he studied computer science and psychology.

Career

Founding of Facebook

In February 2004, while at Harvard, Zuckerberg launched "The Facebook," a social networking site designed for college students. The site quickly gained popularity and expanded beyond colleges, eventually becoming Facebook, Inc.

Expansion and Growth

Under Zuckerberg's leadership, Facebook grew rapidly, reaching millions of users worldwide. The company went public in 2012, and today, Facebook is one of the largest social media platforms globally, with subsidiaries such as Instagram and WhatsApp.

Philanthropy

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative In 2015, Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, founded the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, a philanthropic organization focused on areas such as education, science, and healthcare. The initiative aims to address global challenges and improve lives through technology and innovation.

Controversies

Privacy Concerns Facebook has faced criticism over its handling of user data and privacy issues. Zuckerberg has appeared before congressional hearings to address concerns about data privacy and the spread of misinformation on the platform.

Personal Life

Mark Zuckerberg married Priscilla Chan in 2012, and they have two daughters. He is known for his casual attire and minimalist lifestyle. Zuckerberg has pledged to donate the majority of his wealth to charitable causes over his lifetime.