Henry Kravis is an American businessman and co-founder of the global investment firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR), established in 1976. He is known for pioneering the use of leveraged buyouts, a financial strategy that involves acquiring companies using borrowed funds. Kravis has played a significant role in shaping the private equity industry. Born on January 6, 1944, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Kravis graduated from Columbia University and later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School. Over the years, he has been involved in numerous high-profile investments and is recognized for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in education and healthcare.