Henry Kravis: A career note on the KKR co-founder
Henry Kravis, an American tycoon, investor, and philanthropist, stands as a cornerstone in the world of finance. Co-founder of the renowned KKR & Co. Inc., Kravis has carved an illustrious path marked by significant achievements, astute investments, and a profound impact on various sectors.
In 1976, Kravis co-founded Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR), a financial juggernaut that would redefine the landscape of private equity.
Kravis led KKR through the monumental $31.4 billion buyout of RJR Nabisco in 1988, a historic but challenging venture dramatized in the Hollywood film «Barbarians at the Gate.»
Education and personal life
Henry Kravis embarked on his educational journey at Eaglebrook School, followed by high school at the Loomis Chaffee School. He majored in Economics at Claremont McKenna College.
Henry graduated with an MBA in Business from Columbia Business School in 1969, setting the stage for a remarkable career in finance.
Kravis, who has been married three times, currently shares his life with prominent Canadian economist Marie-Josée Drouin. Tragically, his eldest son passed away in a car accident.
Maintaining residences in New York City, Palm Beach, Florida, Southampton, New York, Paris, and Sharon, Connecticut, Kravis enjoys a well-traveled and diverse lifestyle.
Milestones Recognized for his financial acumen, Kravis advised Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the implementation of a bankruptcy code during his visit to the United States. Not confined to boardrooms, Kravis delved into politics, contributing significantly to Republican causes and even supporting President Donald Trump's inauguration in 2017.
A generous benefactor, Kravis donated $125
