Meet Jensen Huang, Nvidia's founder and CEO

Jensen Huang, the founder and CEO of Nvidia, is the prominent figure behind the company that supplies chips to numerous AI-driven companies. Forbes recently recognized Huang as one of the world's wealthiest individuals in 2024, attributing his success to Nvidia's booming business. Huang and his co-founders, Curtis Priem and Chris Malachowsky, conceived the idea for Nvidia in 1993, after which the company released the GeForce 256 in 1999 - the first graphics processing unit (GPU).

Nvidia has become a leading player in the generative AI industry, supplying chips crucial for AI model training. In 2023, Nvidia joined the ranks of companies with a trillion-dollar market capitalization, solidifying its status among the world's most valuable companies. As of November 2026, Huang's net worth has reached $155 billion.

Huang's leadership style is characterized by high expectations, meticulous attention to detail, and a willingness to own up to his mistakes. Despite the scandal that surrounded Huang's personal life, his dedication to serving Nvidia and its employees remains unwavering.