Date of Birth: December 9, 1966
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Glenn Allen Youngkin is an American businessman and politician who has been serving as the 74th Governor of Virginia since January 15, 2022. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Youngkin graduated from Rice University with a degree in mechanical engineering and later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School. He spent much of his professional career in the private equity sector, notably at The Carlyle Group, where he eventually became co-CEO. Youngkin transitioned to politics in 2020, running as the Republican candidate for Governor of Virginia. He won the election in November 2021, defeating Democrat Terry McAuliffe. His tenure as governor has been marked by a focus on education, economic development, and public safety.
5 Interesting Facts about Glenn Youngkin
1. Glenn Youngkin played college basketball for Rice University.
2. He spent 25 years at The Carlyle Group and served as co-CEO before retiring to run for office.
3. Youngkin’s campaign for governor emphasized parental control in education, including opposition to certain educational curricula.
4. He is an advocate for tax cuts and has proposed substantial tax reductions during his tenure as governor.
5. Youngkin has been married to his wife, Suzanne, since 1995, and they are active in various philanthropic efforts.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Glenn Youngkin
1. “Together, we will change the trajectory of this commonwealth.”
2. “We can build a Virginia where our children learn how to think, not what to think.”
3. “Lower taxes mean more money in the pockets of hardworking Virginians.”
4. “Our goal is to make Virginia the best place to live, work, and raise a family.”
5. “We must ensure that our economy works for everyone, not just the privileged few.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Glenn Youngkin is estimated to be around $440 million.
Children
Glenn Youngkin and his wife Suzanne have four children: Grant, Anna, John, and Thomas Youngkin.
Relevant Links
1. [Glenn Youngkin – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Youngkin
2. [Official Governor of Virginia Website](https://www.governor.virginia.gov/
3. [Campaign Website](https://www.youngkinforgovernor.com/
4. [Forbes Profile](https://www.forbes.com/profile/glenn-youngkin/
5. [Carlyle Group Biography](https://www.carlyle.com/about-carlyle/team/glenn-youngkin
