Tony Xu is the co-founder and CEO of DoorDash, America's largest food delivery service. Born in China and raised in the United States, Xu has led the company since its inception in 2013, expanding its offerings beyond restaurant delivery and contributing to its significant growth and success.
Who is the CEO of DoorDash?
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Tony Xu, a Chinese-American billionaire businessman, is the CEO and co-founder of DoorDash, America's largest food delivery service. Born in Nanjing, China, Xu immigrated to the United States at a young age and pursued his education at the University of California, Berkeley, and Stanford University's Graduate School of Business.
Xu is also involved in board service and investments, including the Silicon Valley Chinese Association Foundation and TechNet. Alongside his wife Patti, Xu is a signatory to the Giving Pledge and has made significant donations to various institutions and communities.
Work History
- DoorDash: CEO and Co-founder, 2013 - present
- Matrix Partners: Associate, 2011 - 2013
- Square: Intern, International, 2012
- eBay, Head of Business Development at RedLaser (eBay Mobile): 2011
- eBay and PayPal: Associate, Corporate Strategy, 2009 - 2011
- McKinsey & Company: Business Analyst, 2007 - 2009
Education History
Tony Xu's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from the University of California, Berkeley, which he obtained between 2003 and 2007. Following his undergraduate studies, Xu pursued an MBA at the prestigious Stanford University Graduate School of Business from 2011 to 2013, further enhancing his skills and knowledge in the field of business and entrepreneurship.
When did Tony Xu join DoorDash?
Tony Xu co-founded DoorDash in June 2013 and has been serving as its CEO since the company's inception. As of now, Xu has been with DoorDash for over eight years, leading the company through significant growth and expansion into various industries beyond restaurant delivery.