Manoj Bhargava

Manoj Bhargava
Born	1953 Lucknow, India
Nationality	American
Occupation	Entrepreneur, Philanthropist
Known for	Founder of 5-hour Energy

Manoj Bhargava (born 1953) is an Indian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist, best known as the founder of the popular energy drink brand 5-hour Energy. He is also the founder of Billions in Change, a movement aimed at developing and distributing solutions to address global issues such as water scarcity, energy, and health.

Early Life and Education

Manoj Bhargava was born in Lucknow, India, in 1953. He moved to the United States with his family at the age of 14. Bhargava attended The Hill School, a preparatory boarding school in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He later enrolled at Princeton University but left after one year to pursue other interests.

Career

Bhargava initially worked in the family business before venturing into his own entrepreneurial endeavors. He founded 5-hour Energy in 2004, which quickly became a leading brand in the energy drink market. The product's success significantly increased Bhargava's wealth, making him one of the wealthiest individuals in the United States.

Philanthropy

In 2015, Bhargava launched the Billions in Change initiative, which focuses on creating and implementing solutions to some of the world's most pressing problems. The initiative has developed several innovative technologies, including the RainMaker device for water purification and the Free Electric bicycle, which generates electricity through pedaling.

Personal Life

Bhargava is known for his simple lifestyle despite his significant wealth. He resides in Farmington Hills, Michigan, and is dedicated to his philanthropic efforts through the Billions in Change movement.

See Also

• 5-hour Energy
• Billions in Change
• RainMaker
• Free Electric
• Philanthropy