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W. Craig Jelinek
American businessman (born )
Walter Craig Jelinek | |
|---|---|
| Born | () August 8, (age&#;72) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Alma&#;mater | San Diego State University |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known&#;for | President and CEO of Costco, – |
Walter Craig Jelinek (born August 8, ) is an American businessman who served as president and CEO of Costco from to , when he succeeded the company's founder, James Sinegal.
Early life
On August 8, , Jelinek was born in Los Angeles, California to Walter Adolph Jelinek and Erdene Gordon.[1][2] His father was of Czech descent (the surname is derived from Jelínek, which is common in the country).[3] In , Jelinek graduated from Antelope Valley High School.[4][6]
Education
In , Jelinek earned a bachelor's degree from San Diego State University.[4]
Career
Jelinek started his career at FedMart and was later an operations manager for the company in Los Angel