John William Fisher
John William Fisher (born 1950) is a renowned American businessman and philanthropist. He is best known for his role as the president of Pisces, Inc., a private investment company. Fisher is also a prominent figure in the education sector, having served on the boards of several educational institutions.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
John William Fisher was born in 1950 in San Francisco, California. He is the son of Donald Fisher, the co-founder of Gap Inc., and Doris F. Fisher. Fisher attended Princeton University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1972. He later received an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Career[edit | edit source]
Fisher began his career in the family business, Gap Inc., where he held various positions. In 1980, he co-founded Pisces, Inc., a private investment company, where he currently serves as president. Under his leadership, Pisces, Inc. has invested in a wide range of industries, including real estate, technology, and healthcare.
Philanthropy[edit | edit source]
John William Fisher is a well-known philanthropist, particularly in the field of education. He has served on the boards of several educational institutions, including KIPP Foundation, Teach For America, and Princeton University. Fisher is also a major donor to various educational initiatives and has been instrumental in the development of several charter schools.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Fisher is married to Laura Fisher, and they have three children. The family resides in San Francisco, California. In his spare time, Fisher enjoys sailing and hiking.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Donald Fisher
- Doris F. Fisher
- Gap Inc.
- Pisces, Inc.
- KIPP Foundation
- Teach For America
- Princeton University
- Stanford Graduate School of Business
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