Jeff Bezos is an American entrepreneur best known as the founder of Amazon, one of the world's largest online retailers. He started the company in 1994, initially selling books before expanding to a wide range of products and services. Under his leadership, Amazon transformed the way people shop and has significantly influenced the e-commerce industry. In addition to Amazon, Bezos founded Blue Origin, a space exploration company aimed at making space travel more accessible. He also owns The Washington Post, a major American newspaper, which he purchased in 2013. Bezos has been recognized for his innovative approach to business and technology.