Jassy’s career reflects a balance of visionary strategy and executional excellence. His leadership at AWS not only revolutionized cloud computing but also reshaped the digital transformation landscape worldwide. Today, as CEO of Amazon, he continues to steer the company toward growth, innovation, and industry leadership across e-commerce, cloud, and emerging technologies.
President & CEO
Andy Jassy
Andy Jassy has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Amazon since July 5, 2021, succeeding founder Jeff Bezos. Recognized as one of the most influential leaders in technology, he has spent more than two decades at Amazon, where he built and led Amazon Web Services (AWS) from its inception in the early 2000s until 2021, transforming it into the world’s largest cloud computing provider and a core driver of Amazon’s global revenue.
Career Journey
– President & Chief Executive Officer – Amazon (2021 – Present) – Founder & Chief Executive Officer – Amazon Web Services (AWS) (1997 – 2021), scaling the platform into the global backbone of digital transformation
Academic Background
– MBA – Harvard Business School (1997) – Bachelor’s Degree in Government – Harvard University (1990)
Memberships & Activities
– Member – American Academy of Arts & Sciences – Part-Owner – Seattle Kraken, National Hockey League (NHL) – Chair of the Board of Trustees – Rainier Prep Charter School, Seattle
Recognitions & Awards
– Named to TIME 100 Most Influential People list (2022)
Leadership Impact
From building AWS into a cloud computing giant to taking the helm of Amazon, Andy Jassy has consistently demonstrated that the combination of strategic vision and innovative execution can redefine the future of global technology. Today, he leads Amazon in sustaining its leadership in e-commerce, cloud services, and digital innovation, ensuring its continued role as a global pioneer.
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