When it comes to Mark Zuckerberg, many people instantly think of Facebook and his gargantuan wealth. The CEO and founder of the world’s largest social media company is estimated to be worth more than $100 billion. But what do we actually know about everything that Zuckerberg owns?
When one ponders on what Zuckerberg has at his disposal, it goes far beyond just financial power. He isn’t just someone who makes copious amounts of money, but is also a noted philanthropist and a successful entrepreneur, who’s investments have spread far and wide. Zuckerberg’s portfolio goes beyond tech, including investments in real estate, transportation companies, healthcare, local restaurants and a multitude of charities.
It’s no secret that Zuckerberg has made a staggering amount of money through his work in the tech industry, engineering and owning the world’s biggest and most influential social media platform. Facebook allows people to connect, create and share all over the globe, and to keep people engaged and coming back, it allows users to upload photos and videos, post statuses, play videos and games and even purchase items.
Beyond tech, the entrepreneur has invested in numerous different ventures. The most notable ones include his purchase of various real estate properties such as a lakefront home in Palo Alto, California, and a residence in the historic SoHo neighborhood of New York City. Additionally, he has also invested in next generation transportation services as he is a co-founder of the Hyperloop One company. Additionally, Zuckerberg is hugely involved with charities, such as the non-profit organization – the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, which seeks to cure, prevent or manage all diseases within the lifetime of children living today.
It goes without saying that the billionaire makes a lot of money through his Internet businesses and investments. Zuckerberg has also been known to donate a considerable amount of his own wealth to charitable causes. According to Forbes, he has donated over $400 million to charity since 2013.
More astonishingly, Zuckerberg has also made generous donations of up to $45 billion in Facebook stock, to the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, which focuses on numerous areas such as education, justice and opportunity, and scientific research. The Initiative is a written commitment by Zuckerberg to use his wealth to the best of its ability.
In 2015, Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, also pledged to donate $3 billion to various medical causes over the course of 10 years, and in 2018, the couple announced that they were investing $30 million in a San Francisco-based classroom technology non-profit, helping children to better their knowledge through technology.
Influence/ Reputation
Mark Zuckerberg is not only known for his immense wealth, but also for his influence in the tech industry and the global community. From establishing major foundations to become an advocate for various causes, his status has grown in the international scene.
The entrepreneur has used his success to become a figurehead to a number of causes. A single example is the “Internet.org,” which aims to provide Internet access to people who live in poverty-stricken rural areas. On top of that Zuckerberg also founded the “Start-up: Education” organization, which seeks to reduce quality differences in the education system worldwide.
Besides the charitable going-ons of the tech moguls, Zuckerberg is also seen as a leader of industry leaders. This is due to his immense success with Facebook, which he has been able to maintain since its inception in 2004. The platform has faced numerous issues with privacy and data regulation, however, he has been able to handle all of them gracefully. He also holds shares in a variety of other tech companies including Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Apple.
Due to his wealth and influence, Zuckerberg has made his way to the Forbes list of top billionaires, and additionally sits on the board of Apple, and is the head of Pando Board of Directors. Furthermore, he is also a trustee of the Breakthrough Energy Coalition, and a board member of The Giving Pledge.
Relationship/ Family
Mark Zuckerberg is married to his longtime girlfriend, Priscilla Chan. The couple have two daughters, Maxima Chan Zuckerberg and August Chan Zuckerberg. In 2017, Zuckerberg became a father for the second time, when he welcomed August into the world with Priscilla. The couple also announced that they would be donating 99% of their Facebook shares, worth about $45 billion at the time of the announcement, to the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. The couple had also declared before the birth of their first daughter, Max, that they would be donating most of their wealth to charitable causes.
The couple attended the same university, and met during Zuckerberg’s sophomore year in college. In an interview, Priscilla recounted the first time she met Zuckerberg at a party hosted by their mutual friend. The couple got married in 2012 and currently reside in their San Francisco home. Zuckerberg is also known to work long hours and is one of the most admired CEOs of the tech industry.
The tech-mogul is also known to have a keen interest in programming, philanthropy, and business. He has often spoken publicly of his beliefs and values and prides himself on being able to make effective changes in the world. Zuckerberg recently joined the Global Plastic Action Partnership, an initiative launched by the United Nations Environment Programme, which seeks to reduce plastic pollution and phase out single-use plastics. This is just one example of how the CEO has been able to use his resources, influence and reputation for the betterment of the world.
Style & Appearance
Mark Zuckerberg is known for his iconic image, which consists of a plain grey t-shirt, blue jeans, and casual sneakers. The simplicity of his costumes often causes his outfits to blend into the background wherever he goes, but he is still instantly recognizable. He has been sporting this look ever since Facebook gained its popularity, which gave birth to the quote, “Dressed by Mark Zuckerberg.” This is due to the fact that the CEO of one of the world’s most successful companies wears the same outfit often.
The mogul has stated in the past that he likes keeping things simple, as it helps him focus on the important things. This is evidenced by the fact that he has worn the same style of clothing consistently since the early days of Facebook, even if his own salary has increased tenfold in the same time. On top of that, Zuckerberg has also been known to stick to a strict routine of getting up early, workout and then head to the office. This type of consistency in style and routine has set an amazing example for tech innovators to follow.
Besides his wardrobe, Zuckerberg is also known for sporting a beard in the past. He has since shaved it off, giving him a very different look. The change in look was very much in line with his ideology of pushing boundaries, as he wanted to challenge himself to see if the same tech-mogul could still be successful without his iconic beard.
The simplicity of his style and appearance has always been a major part of his identity and his rise to success as a tech-lord. The public has associated this ‘uniform’ of casual clothing with Zuckerberg, and has grown to admire him even more for it.
Hobbies & Interests
Besides being the CEO of the world’s most successful tech company, Zuckerberg is also a passionate musician who plays a variety of instruments, including the guitar and the keyboard. He has been seen playing some of his favorite songs, like Coldplay’s Viva la Vida, or the classic showtune Phantom of the Opera.
The mogul is also an avid traveler and enjoys going abroad to discover new cultures and sights. He is known to have traveled abroad not only for business purposes but to have some fun and explore. While in China, Zuckerberg met with students at Tsinghua University, and did some sightseeing in Peking, while visiting Japan in 2017 he had a meeting with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Some of Zuckerberg’s other hobbies include cooking, swimming, reading and, of course, programming. He also enjoys playing online video games such as Words with Friends, and has been known to take some time off to play board games with friends and family. Finally, Zuckerberg is an animal lover and has two Hungarian sheepdogs, Beast and Boo.
Conclusion
Mark Zuckerberg is a man of extraordinary means and vision. Despite his enormous wealth, he has managed to remain grounded and continues to use it for the betterment of the world. His investments, philanthropic initiatives, and hobbies are proof of his commitment to making a difference in the global space. With every move he makes, Zuckerberg further proves his credentials as a leader, and as an example to us all.
