Mike Markkula
Mike Markkula | |
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| Born | Armas Clifford Markkula Jr. February 11, 1942 Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Education | University of Southern California (BS, MS) |
| Known for | Chairman of Apple Computer, Inc. |
Armas Clifford "Mike" Markkula Jr. (/mɑːrˈkuːlə/; born February 11, 1942) is an American electrical engineer, businessman and investor. He was the original angel investor, long-time chairman, and briefly CEO for Apple Computer, Inc., providing critical early funding and managerial support. At the company's incorporation, Markkula owned 26% of Apple, equivalent to each of the shares owned by cofounders Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak.