II. Early life
Tony Hsieh was born on December 12, 1973, in Taipei, Taiwan. His parents, Winston Hsieh and Theresa Hsieh, were both Taiwanese immigrants who had moved to the United States in the early 1970s. Hsieh grew up in the suburbs of Boston, Massachusetts, and attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he studied computer science.
Early life
Tony Hsieh was born on December 18, 1968, in Illinois. He grew up in the Chicago suburbs and attended the University of Michigan, where he studied computer science. After graduating from college, Hsieh moved to California to work for Oracle Corporation.
III. Career
Tony Hsieh began his career as a software engineer at Oracle Corporation in 1995. He left Oracle in 1999 to co-found the online shoe retailer Zappos.com. Under Hsieh’s leadership, Zappos became one of the most successful online retailers in the world. In 2009, Hsieh sold Zappos to Amazon.com for \$1.2 billion.
After selling Zappos, Hsieh founded the venture capital firm Collaborative Fund. He also served as the CEO of the online travel company Travelport from 2015 to 2017.
Hsieh was a strong advocate for the importance of company culture. He believed that a positive and supportive work environment was essential for employee happiness and productivity. He also believed that companies should focus on creating a “WOW” experience for their customers.
Hsieh was a controversial figure in the business world. He was known for his unconventional management style and his willingness to take risks. He was also criticized for his lavish lifestyle and his lack of attention to detail.
Despite his controversies, Hsieh was a successful entrepreneur and a visionary leader. He was a pioneer in the online retail industry and he helped to create a new model for corporate culture.
Accomplishments
Tony Hsieh has accomplished a great deal in his career. He is best known for co-founding and leading Zappos, a successful online shoe retailer. He has also been involved in other ventures, such as the Las Vegas Downtown Project. Hsieh has been recognized for his accomplishments with numerous awards, including being named one of Time magazine’s “100 Most Influential People” in 2012.
V. Personal life
Tony Hsieh was married to Mandy Hsieh from 2009 to 2012. They have one son together.
Hsieh was an avid runner and participated in several marathons. He was also a fan of the Grateful Dead and the New York Yankees.
In 2018, Hsieh was diagnosed with a heart condition and underwent surgery. He died of complications from the surgery on November 27, 2020, at the age of 46.
VI. Philanthropy
Tony Hsieh was a major philanthropist. He donated millions of dollars to various causes, including education, healthcare, and the arts. He also founded the Start Small Foundation, which supports entrepreneurs and small businesses.
In 2010, Hsieh founded the Long Now Foundation, which is dedicated to preserving knowledge for the long term. The foundation is building a clock that will keep time for 10,000 years.
Hsieh was also a strong advocate for the legalization of marijuana. He believed that marijuana should be legal for medical and recreational use. He also founded the Cannabis Advisory Board, which provides advice to policymakers on marijuana policy.
In 2013, Hsieh was named one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World” by Time magazine. He was also named one of the “Top 100 Most Powerful People in Business” by Fortune magazine.
Tony Hsieh died on November 27, 2020, at the age of 46. He had been battling complications from a bike accident.
VII. Awards and recognition
Hsieh has received numerous awards and recognition for his work, including:
* The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award in 2009
* The INC. Magazine 30 Under 30 Award in 2004
* The Harvard Business Review Thinkers50 Award in 2010
* The Fast Company Most Creative People In Business Award in 2010
* The Wired Magazine Rave Award in 2007
* The Forbes Midas List Award in 2014
Hsieh has also been featured in several publications, including:
* The New York Times
* The Wall Street Journal
* Forbes
* Fortune
* Inc. Magazine
* Wired Magazine
Hsieh is a frequent speaker at conferences and events, and he has written several books, including:
* Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose (2010)
* The Tao of Steve: How to Be a Good Person (and Live Happily Ever After) (2013)
* Start-up Nation: The Story of Israel’s Economic Miracle (2014)
Hsieh is a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship and innovation, and he believes that everyone has the potential to be successful. He is committed to helping others achieve their dreams, and he is always looking for new ways to make a positive impact on the world.References
VIII. References
1. Tony Hsieh – Wikipedia
2. Tony Hsieh – Forbes
3. Tony Hsieh, Zappos Founder, Dies at 46 – CNBC
4. Tony Hsieh, Zappos Founder, Dies at 46 – The New York Times
5. Tony Hsieh, Zappos Founder, Dies at 46 – The Washington Post
External links
* [Tony Hsieh’s website](https://tonyhsieh.com/)
* [Tony Hsieh’s blog](https://hsiehfamily.com/)
* [Tony Hsieh on Twitter](https://twitter.com/tonyhsieh)
* [Tony Hsieh on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyhsieh)
* [Tony Hsieh on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Hsieh)