5. Jeff Bezos: Disrupting Commerce and Cloud Computing
Jeff Bezos transformed e-commerce by founding Amazon in 1994, evolving it from an online bookstore into a global retail giant. In 2005, he introduced Amazon Prime, offering members free two-day shipping, which set new industry standards. In 2006, Bezos launched Amazon Web Services (AWS), revolutionizing cloud computing by providing scalable data storage solutions to businesses worldwide. This innovation positioned Amazon as a leader in both retail and cloud services, contrasting with early retail giants that focused solely on physical stores (cnbc.com).
