Sal Khan is an American educator and entrepreneur best known as the founder of Khan Academy, a non-profit educational platform that offers free online courses, lessons, and practice in various subjects. He started the platform in 2008 to provide accessible education to anyone, anywhere, and has since grown it into a widely recognized resource used by millions of students and teachers around the world. Khan's innovative approach to learning emphasizes personalized education, allowing students to learn at their own pace. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to education, including being named one of TIME magazine's 100 most influential people in the world.