Larry Ellison
Adopted, dropped out of two universities, broke and divorced at 32. Built the database that runs banks, airlines, governments — and a personal brand built on yacht racing and combat tactics.
Oracle nearly went bankrupt in 1990 after aggressive accounting. He survived by personally rewriting sales contracts.
Married and divorced four times. Two children, David (filmmaker) and Megan (philanthropist).
From day one to today.
Milestones, not magic.
Founded Software Development Laboratories with $1,200 of his own money.
Released Oracle V2 — world's first commercial SQL database.
Oracle IPO one day before Microsoft's — almost overshadowed.
Stepped down as CEO; remains CTO and chairman. Bought 98% of Lanai island.
- Built Oracle into a defining brand from New York / Chicago, USA.
- Oracle nearly went bankrupt in 1990 after aggressive accounting. He survived by personally rewriting sales contracts.
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