The Outstanding Legacy of Henry Kravis
There are many successful businessmen through the years but only few of them could have outstanding reputation and give huge influence to the industry for the generation to come. Only few businessmen could mark their reputation on the history as an inspiring person, not only for the industry but also for the greater society. Among those few, Henry Kravis is definitely the one with top honor.
Everyone works in private equity industry must be very familiar with Henry Kravis and gives hug honor to him. No wonder since this person is one of the pioneers of private equity industry. For more than thirty years, Henry Kravis has been taking part in shaping private equity into the global business scene. Through his life and career, Mr. Kravis has made some notable records. His successful education continued with successful career as both professional and businessman. Started his career as professional in corporate finance department at Bear Sterns & Company; Henry Kravis made a milestone in his life when we, along with some colleagues, founded Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co in 1976. This firm becomes the most successful private equity company in the world with top reputation as global alternative asset manager. This company has made a major influence in global financial industry with their inspirational methods in acquisitions.
But Henry Kravis is more than just successful businessman. He also has outstanding reputation for what his done for the community. He founded New York City Investment Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to create jobs and help small business in this city. Not to mention his active involvement on several cultural and educational institution. Another outstanding legacy of Henry Kravis is the Kravis Institute of Leadership he founded at McKenna Claremont College. This is one of the foremost institutions in this country for promoting leadership values in business and professional life.
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