Peter Thiel is a prominent figure in the world of entrepreneurship, private equity, and macro-finance. As a former CEO, Chairman, and Co-Founder of PayPal, Thiel's experience and knowledge in executive management and venture capital investment have allowed him to make a significant impact on the industry. He is also a managing partner at The Founders Fund, where he invests in innovative startups and helps them develop their business models. Thiel has a B.A. in Philosophy and a J.D. from Stanford University, and has served as a visitor at Stanford Law School. Additionally, he has been a member of the board of directors at Facebook and an investor at LinkedIn.