Thomas Siebel is the founder and Executive Chairman of C3.ai, a global pioneer in enterprise artificial intelligence software. After establishing Siebel Systems as the leader in the CRM market and selling it to Oracle in 2006, he founded C3.ai in 2009 to provide scalable AI and IoT solutions for industries ranging from energy to defense. In September 2025, Siebel transitioned from CEO to Executive Chairman to focus on long-term strategy and product innovation, following a diagnosis of an autoimmune disease that caused significant visual impairment. A prolific philanthropist, he has donated over $150 million to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and remains a leading voice on digital transformation and the evolution of "agentic AI" in the corporate world.

Thomas Secunda is a co-founder and Vice Chairman of Bloomberg L.P., where he famously served as the chief engineer for the Bloomberg Terminal. Over his four-decade career, he has been the primary architect of the company’s financial products, overseeing the development of the data and analytics tools that define modern global finance. In early 2026, he made headlines for his landmark $30 million gift to his alma mater, Binghamton University, to establish the Center for AI Responsibility and Research. This contribution is a cornerstone of the "Empire AI" initiative, a public-private partnership aimed at positioning New York as a leader in ethical and transparent artificial intelligence development.

Thomas Pritzker is the former Executive Chairman of Hyatt Hotels Corporation and the current Chairman of The Pritzker Organization. Over a career spanning four decades, he led the global expansion of the Hyatt brand and oversaw the diverse investment portfolio of the Pritzker family. A graduate of the University of Chicago with a JD/MBA, he is also a prominent figure in international policy as Chairman of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). In early 2026, he retired from his executive role at Hyatt to focus on his philanthropic and scientific ventures, including the Pritzker Neuropsychiatric Disorders Research Consortium and his work in Himalayan history.

Thomas James is the Chairman Emeritus of Raymond James Financial, where he served as CEO for forty years, transforming his father's regional brokerage into a global financial powerhouse. A graduate of Harvard and Stetson University, he is the architect of the firm's "client-first" culture and long-term conservative growth strategy. Although he retired from the board in 2024, he remains a vital mentor to the leadership team during the 2026 transition of Paul Shoukry to CEO. A renowned philanthropist and art collector, he founded the James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art in St. Petersburg, Florida, cementing his legacy as a titan of both finance and regional culture.

Thomas Hagen is the billionaire chairman of Erie Indemnity, the management firm for Erie Insurance Group. Joining as a file clerk in 1953, he rose to become CEO and chairman, guiding the Fortune 500 company for decades. He is the widower of Susan Hirt Hagen, the founder's daughter. In 2026, he continues to lead the board, recently launching the $100 million Erie Insurance Foundation to mark the company's 100th anniversary. A former Pennsylvania Secretary of Commerce and retired Navy captain, Hagen is one of the state's most significant philanthropists, heavily invested in the restoration and economic revitalization of his hometown of Erie, Pennsylvania.

Tom Golisano is the billionaire founder of Paychex and a prolific philanthropist who has donated over $1 billion to healthcare, education, and disability services. In early 2026, his legacy expanded through the Golisano Children's Alliance, a network of ten hospitals bolstered by his recent $50 million gifts to centers in Buffalo, Connecticut, and Kentucky. He is also scaling his Golisano Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship, with a new campus opening in the former Buffalo News building in fall 2026. Beyond his business empire, the former Buffalo Sabres owner remains a leading advocate for tax reform and inclusive health for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Thomas Duff is the co-founder of Duff Capital Investors and the co-owner of Southern Tire Mart, the nation’s largest truck tire dealer. As the wealthiest individual in Mississippi, alongside his brother James, he manages a multi-billion dollar empire spanning trucking, construction, and energy. In early 2026, his influence has expanded into the political arena following the launch of his "Duff PAC" and growing speculation regarding a 2027 gubernatorial run. A prominent philanthropist, he has donated tens of millions to Mississippi’s public universities. His leadership is defined by an "outsider" business perspective and a commitment to regional economic development.

Thomas Barrack Jr. is the U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye and the Special Envoy for Syria in the second Trump administration, where he serves as a pivotal figure in Middle Eastern diplomacy. A veteran private equity investor and the founder of Colony Capital (now DigitalBridge), Barrack has leveraged his decades of experience in the region to broker historic regional agreements. In early 2026, he played a lead role in integrating the Syrian government into the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS and oversaw major infrastructure MoUs, including a milestone gas exploration agreement between Syria and Chevron. His current diplomatic portfolio emphasizes regional security through "shared responsibility," successfully managing the complex transition of territory between the Syrian Democratic Forces and the central government in Damascus.

Thierry Cruanes is a co-founder of Snowflake and a visionary database architect who redefined cloud data storage. Before launching Snowflake in 2012, he spent thirteen years at Oracle as a lead architect, specializing in parallel query execution and optimization. His technical expertise was instrumental in designing the platform’s unique architecture that separates compute from storage, fueling its rise to the largest software IPO in history. A PhD in Computer Science with over 40 patents, Cruanes remains a key figure in the company’s technological evolution. He is widely credited with helping shift the global industry toward high-performance, cloud-native data analytics.

Terry Pegula is the billionaire owner of the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres, having built his fortune in the natural gas industry. In early 2026, he initiated a major organizational shift by firing longtime Bills head coach Sean McDermott and promoting Joe Brady. He also restructured the front office, naming Brandon Beane as President of Football Operations. While overseeing the construction of a new multi-billion dollar stadium in Orchard Park, Pegula remains a central figure in Buffalo sports, recently drawing headlines for his candid assessment of the team's roster and his focused commitment to finally bringing a Super Bowl title to Western New York.

Tench Coxe is a billionaire venture capitalist and a longtime managing director at Sutter Hill Ventures. An early investor and board member at Nvidia since 1993, he remains one of the company's largest individual shareholders. Now based in Austin, he has transitioned into large-scale philanthropy, notably pledging $100 million in 2026 to the University of Texas at Austin for its new medical center and cancer research. He also holds an ownership stake in the Austin FC soccer team.

Ted Waitt is the billionaire co-founder of Gateway, Inc. who famously built a PC empire from an Iowa cow barn before pivoting to global philanthropy. Today, he leads the Waitt Foundation and Waitt Institute, driving the "Blue Prosperity" movement to protect 30% of the world’s oceans. His work focuses on partnering with island nations—including Fiji, Samoa, and the Azores—to implement sustainable marine spatial planning and resilient blue economies. Beyond the sea, Waitt is a major benefactor of the Salk Institute and National Geographic, blending his entrepreneurial roots with a mission to preserve the planet’s biodiversity and advance biomedical research through biophotonics.

Ted Leonsis is the founder and CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, owning the Capitals, Wizards, and Mystics. A former AOL executive, he pioneered the "teams as platforms" model, though his 2024 attempt to move his franchises to Virginia hit a high-profile dead end. He ultimately secured a deal to renovate D.C.’s Capital One Arena, anchoring his teams in the District through 2050. A venture capitalist at Revolution Growth, Leonsis operates with a "double bottom line" philosophy, valuing community impact alongside financial success. Whether chasing Stanley Cups or tech disruptions, he remains a central figure in the digital evolution of global sports.

Sytse Sijbrandij is the co-founder and Executive Chair of GitLab, the leading AI-powered DevSecOps platform. A visionary in the "all-remote" work movement, he scaled GitLab from an open-source project to a multi-billion dollar public company. In 2024, he transitioned from CEO to Executive Chair to focus on his health journey with osteosarcoma. Outside of GitLab, he remains a key figure in the tech ecosystem through Open Core Ventures, which funds startups built on open-source projects. His leadership is marked by radical transparency and a commitment to global land and health stewardship through the Sijbrandij Foundation.

Lynda Resnick is the vice chair and co-owner of The Wonderful Company, where she serves as the creative engine behind iconic brands like POM Wonderful, Fiji Water, and Wonderful Pistachios. A marketing pioneer who founded her own agency at age 19, she is credited with transforming pomegranates into a global health phenomenon and inventing the "Flowers in a Gift" concept at Teleflora. Beyond her branding success, Resnick is a powerhouse in philanthropy, having pledged billions toward climate research and community development, including a historic $750 million gift to Caltech. Her influence extends from the Central Valley's agricultural landscape to the leadership boards of the Aspen Institute and LACMA.

Stewart Resnick is the chairman and co-owner of The Wonderful Company, a multi-billion dollar conglomerate behind brands like Fiji Water, POM Wonderful, and Wonderful Pistachios. As one of the largest landowners in the United States, he oversees a massive agricultural empire in California. Resnick is a major philanthropist, notably pledging $750 million to Caltech for climate change research—one of the largest gifts of its kind. His leadership is defined by a strategy of vertical integration and aggressive marketing, transforming niche produce into global household names while navigating the complexities of water rights and sustainable farming in the 21st century.

Stewart Rahr is the billionaire founder of Kinray, which he grew into the largest privately held pharmaceutical distributor in the world before its $1.3 billion sale to Cardinal Health in 2010. Known as the self-styled "Number One King of All Fun," Rahr is a permanent fixture in New York’s high-society and philanthropic circles. His Stewart J. Rahr Foundation has donated over $25 million to the Make-A-Wish Foundation alone, alongside significant contributions to cancer and medical research. A flamboyant figure with a reputation for grand charity galas and celebrity connections, he remains a central force in American philanthropy and land stewardship in the Hamptons.

Steven Udvar-Hazy is the executive chairman of Air Lease Corporation and a legendary pioneer of the aircraft leasing industry. He co-founded International Lease Finance Corporation (ILFC), growing it into one of the world's largest aircraft owners before selling it to AIG. Known as the father of modern aircraft leasing, his influence on aviation extends to advising manufacturers on the design of iconic jets like the Boeing 787. His philanthropic legacy is cemented by his landmark donation to the Smithsonian, leading to the creation of the Steven F. Udvar-Házy Center. Today, he remains a titan in global aerospace, shaping fleet strategies for the world's major airlines.

Steve Tisch is the Chairman and Co-Owner of the New York Giants and a prominent film producer through his firm, Escape Artists. He famously holds both an Oscar for "Forrest Gump" and two Super Bowl rings. Currently, he is producing the 2026 "Masters of the Universe" film. Recently, he has faced scrutiny following the 2026 release of the Epstein files, which detailed past email correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein regarding adult women and investments. While the NFL is investigating his conduct, Tisch has denied any wrongdoing, describing the association as brief and expressing regret over the connection while remaining a central figure in professional sports and cinema.

Steven Sarowitz is the founder and chairman of Paylocity, a cloud-based payroll and HCM software provider. Since founding the firm in 1997, he has become a billionaire known for his data-driven approach to HR technology. A dedicated member of the Baha'i Faith, he co-founded Wayfarer Studios to produce films that elevate humanity, including the blockbuster "It Ends with Us." Despite his business success, his recent years have been marked by significant philanthropy through the Julian Grace Foundation and headlines regarding high-profile legal disputes. He remains a major shareholder at Paylocity while focusing his current efforts on social justice and film preservation.