
Jensen Huang
Co-founder President and CEO of Nvidia
Overview
Jensen Huang is the co-founder, president, and CEO of NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA), a prominent technology company known for its graphics processing units (GPUs) for gaming and professional markets, as well as system on a chip units (SOCs) for the mobile computing and automotive market. Born in Tainan, Taiwan, in 1963, Huang moved to the U.S. where he later graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in electrical engineering and earned a master's degree from Stanford University.
Huang co-founded NVIDIA in 1993 and has since steered the company through significant growth phases, notably in the areas of gaming, professional visualization, data centers, and artificial intelligence. Under his leadership, NVIDIA has been at the forefront of developing graphics technology, including the widely popular GeForce series of graphics cards, and more recently, pioneering work in AI and deep learning technologies.
Jensen Huang is recognized for his visionary leadership in the tech industry and has received numerous accolades, including the Semiconductor Industry Association's highest honor and the Dr. Morris Chang Exemplary Leadership Award. His management style and commitment to innovation have positioned NVIDIA as a key player in the tech industry, significantly influencing modern computing, gaming, and AI applications.