Herb Kelleher
Entrepreneur

Herb Kelleher Net Worth

Herb Kelleher was an American businessman and co-founder of Southwest Airlines. Born on March 12, 1931 in New Jersey, Kelleher was a pioneer in the airline industry, leading Southwest Airlines to become one of the most successful airlines in the United States. He served as Chairman Emeritus of Southwest Airlines until his death in 2019. Kelleher's legacy lives on in the success of Southwest Airlines and his commitment to customer service.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day March 12, 1931
Birth Place New Jersey
Age 92 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Pisces

💰 Net worth: $2.5 billion (2024)

About

Co-founder and Chairman Emeritus of Southwest Airlines.

Before Fame

He graduated from Wesleyan University with a degree in English and from NYU with a law degree.

Trivia

He wrote the idea for Southwest Airlines on a napkin at a Texas restaurant.

Family Life

He married Joan Negley with whom he had four children.

Associated With

He received the Charles Lindbergh Award for Excellence in aviation in 2006.

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