Vinod Khosla Age, Wiki and Bio

Vinod Khosla

Quick Info

ProfessionBusinessman
NationalityIndian-American
Date of Birth28/01/1955
Age71 years
BirthplacePune, Maharashtra, India

Bio/Wiki

ProfessionVinod Khosla is a prominent businessman known for his venture capital investments and as a co-founder of Sun Microsystems.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 11" (180 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorGrey

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolMount St. Mary's School, New Delhi
College/University
  • Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) (1971 - 1976)
  • Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), United States
  • Stanford University, California, United States (1980)
Degrees
  • Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi
  • Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering from CMU
  • MBA from Stanford University

Personal Life

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage DateYear, 1980
Political InclinationDemocratic Party

Relationships & More

WifeNeeru Khosla
Children
  • Neal Khosla
  • Anu Khosla
  • Nina Khosla
  • Vani Khosla

Family

Father(served in the Indian Army)
SiblingsBikky Khosla (younger brother, entrepreneur)
SpouseNeeru Khosla
ChildrenNeal Khosla, Anu Khosla, Nina Khosla, Vani Khosla

Career

OverviewVinod Khosla has been influential in the technology sector as a founder and investor, contributing significantly to various startups and playing a pivotal role in the creation of major tech companies.
Key Accomplishments
  • Co-founded Sun Microsystems, which became an industry leader in computer technology.
  • Invested in numerous successful startups including Google and Juniper Networks.
  • Founded Khosla Ventures, focusing on high-impact technologies.
Awards
  • Golden Plate Award from the American Academy of Achievement (2000)
  • EY Entrepreneur of the Year award in Northern California (2007)
  • Champions of the Earth award from UNEP for Entrepreneurial Vision in India (2009)
  • Great Immigrants Award (2009)
Innovations
  • Developed the first computer programming club at IIT Delhi.
  • Launched pioneering ventures in biomedical engineering and clean technologies.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Khosla was born into a Punjabi Indian family in Pune and developed an interest in entrepreneurship at a young age.
He attempted to start a soy milk business during his teenage years, which ultimately failed, prompting his move to Silicon Valley.
At IIT Delhi, he oversaw the computer centre during a significant strike, demonstrating his leadership skills early on.
He faced multiple rejections before finally getting accepted into Stanford's MBA program.
Khosla engaged in philanthropic efforts including funding medical aid during the COVID-19 crisis in India.