In a world where wealth often comes with age, these 15 individuals have defied the norm by amassing fortunes at a remarkably young age. From tech moguls to heirs of retail empires, each of them has made their mark in various industries, propelling them to the ranks of billionaires before turning 40.
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Ben Silbermann, CEO of Pinterest
Age: 39
Net Worth: $3.3 billion
Industry: Tech
Ben Silbermann, the CEO and co-founder of Pinterest, hails from Iowa and played a pivotal role in the company’s success since its inception in 2010.
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Lynsi Snyder, President of In-n-Out Burger
Age: 39
Net Worth: $4.2 billion
Industry: Food Service
As the president of In-n-Out Burger, Lynsi Snyder has overseen the expansion of the iconic burger chain, solidifying its status as a West Coast favorite.
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Ernest Garcia III, Carvana Founder
Age: 39
Net Worth: $9.3 billion
Industry: Automotive
Ernest Garcia III’s brainchild, Carvana, revolutionized the used car buying experience, catapulting him and his father to billionaire status.
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R.J. Scaringe, Rivian Founder and CEO
Age: 38
Net Worth: $3.4 billion
Industry: Automotive
R.J. Scaringe leads Rivian, a rising star in the electric vehicle market, with a focus on product quality and innovation.
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Scott Duncan, Heir to Oil Fortune
Age: 38
Net Worth: $6.2 billion
Industry: Oil
Scott Duncan inherited his wealth from his father’s oil and gas empire, following in the footsteps of the Duncan family legacy.
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Nathan Blecharczyk, Airbnb Cofounder
Age: 38
Net Worth: $10 billion
Industry: Tech, Hospitality
Nathan Blecharczyk played a pivotal role in co-founding Airbnb, contributing to its meteoric rise as a global hospitality platform.
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Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase
Age: 38
Net Worth: $11.5 billion
Industry: Tech, Finance
Brian Armstrong’s leadership at Coinbase, the leading cryptocurrency exchange in the US, has propelled him to immense wealth amid the crypto revolution.
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Dustin Moskovitz, Facebook Cofounder & CEO of Asana
Age: 37
Net Worth: $24.1 billion
Industry: Tech
As one of Facebook’s co-founders, Dustin Moskovitz played a pivotal role in shaping the social media landscape before venturing into Asana, a workplace organization software company.
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Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook CEO and Cofounder
Age: 37
Net Worth: $134.5 billion
Industry: Tech
Mark Zuckerberg’s name is synonymous with Facebook, the social media giant he co-founded and leads as CEO, solidifying his status as one of the wealthiest individuals globally.
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Baiju Bhatt, Robinhood Cofounder
Age: 36
Net Worth: $2.9 billion
Industry: Tech, Finance
Baiju Bhatt’s co-founding of Robinhood, a pioneering stock trading app, has disrupted traditional finance, catapulting him to billionaire status.
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Lukas Walton, Walmart Fortune Heir
Age: 35
Net Worth: $17.2 billion
Industry: Retail
As an heir to the Walmart fortune, Lukas Walton represents the next generation of the retail giant’s legacy, actively engaged in philanthropy and social impact initiatives.
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Fred Ehrsam, Coinbase Cofounder
Age: 33
Net Worth: $3.5 billion
Industry: Tech, Finance
Fred Ehrsam’s co-founding of Coinbase and subsequent ventures in blockchain technology have cemented his position as a leading figure in the cryptocurrency space.
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Bobby Murphy, Snap CTO
Age: 33
Net Worth: $15.2 billion
Industry: Tech
As Snap’s co-founder and chief technology officer, Bobby Murphy has played a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of the social media platform.
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Evan Spiegel, Snap CEO
Age: 31
Net Worth: $13.8 billion
Industry: Tech
Evan Spiegel’s leadership as CEO of Snap, the company behind Snapchat, has propelled him to immense wealth and influence in the tech industry.
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Sam Bankman-Fried, Crypto Entrepreneur
Age: 29
Net Worth: $22.5 billion
Industry: Tech, Finance
At just 29 years old, Sam Bankman-Fried is the youngest billionaire in America, thanks to his role in founding and leading FTX, a major cryptocurrency exchange.
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