Larry Page

Larry Page, co-founder of Google and Alphabet Inc., played a crucial role in the development of the PageRank algorithm, a significant component of Google’s search function. From Google's inception in 1997 to 2001 and again from 2011 to 2015, Page served as CEO, leading the company through exponential growth and significant milestones, such as indexing one billion Internet URLs by June 2000. His management style was characterized by advocating for direct reporting lines to foster quick decision-making processes. Page also led Google's first public offering in 2004, substantially increasing his wealth and the company's market capitalization.

In addition to his leadership roles, Page was instrumental in several key product developments and initiatives. He led a significant redesign of Google's products, known as "Project Kennedy," focusing on simplicity and user-friendliness. Page introduced the Chromebook, a laptop running on Google's ChromeOS, in May 2012. He participated in various public speaking engagements, such as the May 2013 I/O developers conference and a March 2014 TedX conference. In 2013, he launched Calico, a biotechnology R&D project focused on extending human life and improving health.

Page assumed the position of CEO at Alphabet Inc. on August 10, 2015, following Google's restructuring into various subsidiaries under the new holding company. He stepped down as CEO in December 2019 but remained a board member, employee, and controlling shareholder of Alphabet Inc. His investment portfolio includes companies like Tesla Motors and flying car startups Kitty Hawk and Opener.