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Michael Dell is an American billionaire businessman and investor, best known as the founder, chairman, and CEO of Dell Technologies. Under his leadership, Dell Technologies has grown into one of the world's largest technology infrastructure companies. Dell started his business from his college dorm room and has since become a prominent figure in the tech industry. He is known for his strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit.

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Career Timeline

1984F$0.001M

Dorm Room PC Business

Starts PC's Limited out of college dorm, early beginnings.

1988B▲▲▲$30M+$29.999M

Dell Goes Public

Dell goes public, amassing personal wealth.

1992A$100M+$70M

Youngest Fortune 500 CEO

Becomes the youngest CEO of a Fortune 500 company.

2004A$15B+$14.9B

Outsourcing Controversy

Dell faces controversy over offshoring and quality.

2013A$18B+$3B

Dell Goes Private

Takes Dell private in leveraged buyout.

2016S$40B+$22B

Acquires EMC

Acquires EMC, creating Dell Technologies.

2018S$50B+$10B

Dell Returns to Public Market

Dell Technologies goes public again.

2026S$60B+$10B

Global Tech Leader

Continues to lead Dell Technologies as a top global tech leader.

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Last updated: February 24, 2026