Early Life and Education
Jon Winkelried was born c. 1959, growing up in Millburn, New Jersey. He attended the University of Chicago, where he earned both a Bachelor of Arts degree and an MBA. While at the university, he was involved in sports, playing baseball, and joined the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity.
Rise to Success
Winkelried's career began in 1982 with an internship at Goldman Sachs, which led to a permanent position in the investment banking department. He quickly advanced, becoming a partner in 1990 and later moving to London to lead the European side of Goldman's fixed-income, currency, and commodities division. In 2006, he became co-president and co-chief operating officer of Goldman Sachs. Winkelried is currently the CEO of TPG, which he joined in 2015 as Co-CEO, becoming the sole CEO in 2021.
Key Business Strategies
Winkelried's success has been built on several key strategies. During his time at Goldman Sachs, he played a crucial role in expanding and turning around business divisions. At TPG, he has focused on strategic growth, leading the firm through a public offering in 2022 and overseeing significant increases in assets under management. His leadership has emphasized the importance of a strong company culture and investing in it. He emphasizes the importance of culture, creating an inclusive and diverse environment, and sourcing talent. He has also focused on incubating new businesses within TPG.
Philanthropy
Jon and his wife, Abby, conduct their philanthropy through the Jon and Abby Winkelried Foundation, which was founded in 1992. They support education and youth, Jewish causes, health, and arts and culture. They are active supporters of Vanderbilt University, where Jon serves on the Board of Trust. They have also supported other organizations, including Columbia University and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.