As the CEO of Salesforce and the owner of Time magazine, Marc Benioff is a well-known figure in the business world. However, many people are now curious about his wife, Lynne Benioff.
Lynne and Marc Benioff are a power couple with two children. They were honored with the George H.W. Bush Points of Light Awards in 2020. Lynne is the co-chair of Time magazine and a Distinguished Director of the Board of Overseers of the University of California San Francisco Foundation. She is also involved with several other organizations, including The Rise Fund, Common Sense Media, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals, and the Benioff Ocean Initiative.
In addition to her philanthropic work, Lynne has been recognized for her contributions to her community. She was named one of San Francisco’s “Women of the Year” by Mayor Ed Lee in 2014. Lynne earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington.
Meanwhile, Marc Benioff, 59, was born in San Francisco, California, and co-founded Salesforce in 1999. He serves as the chairman and CEO of the software company, which is known for its customer-centric approach. In 2018, Marc became the owner of Time magazine, expanding his influence in media as well.
Together, Marc and Lynne are involved in The Giving Pledge, a movement of philanthropists who commit to giving the majority of their wealth to charitable causes. They have pledged $350 million to the University of California, San Francisco, for its children’s hospitals and research.
According to Forbes, Marc Benioff has a net worth of 10.4 billion as of February 29, 2024, making him one of the wealthiest individuals in the world. His business acumen, combined with Lynne’s philanthropic efforts, have had a significant impact on their community and beyond.
