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James Sinegal
American businessman
James D. Sinegal (born January 1, 1936) is an American billionaire businessman, co-founder and former CEO of the Costco Wholesale Corporation,[1] an international retail chain.
He served as Costco's president and CEO from 1983 until 2011. As CEO of Costco, Sinegal was known for his hands-on humanitarian approach to business, which he learned from his mentor, Sol Price. He prioritised customer and employee satisfaction over shareholder interests and is also known for his philanthropic efforts.
Early life and education
Sinegal was born January 1, 1936, into a Catholic working-class family in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He attended St. Lawrence O'Toole primary school, Central Catholic High School (Pittsburgh), and Helix High School in La Mesa, California,[2] and he earned an AA at San Diego City College in 1955.[2] He attended San Diego State University,[3] graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1