Jamie Diamond

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The CEO of JPMorgan Chase, whose outspoken views on the inefficiency of remote work and corporate bureaucracy were discussed as an example of a new, more direct leadership style.


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Summary

James Dimon, widely known as Jamie Dimon, is a prominent American businessman born on March 13, 1956. He has been the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase since 2006, leading it to become the largest U.S. bank by market capitalization. Dimon's extensive career began at Boston Consulting Group, followed by a significant tenure at American Express under Sandy Weill. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming CFO of Commercial Credit at age 30 and later its president. From 1990 to 1998, he served as COO of Travelers and Smith Barney, eventually becoming president of Citigroup. In 2000, he took the helm as CEO of Bank One until its merger with JPMorgan Chase in 2004, after which he became COO before ascending to the CEO position in 2006. Dimon also served on the board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in the late 2010s and has been recognized by Time magazine multiple times as one of the world's most influential people. Known for his direct leadership style, Dimon has publicly criticized remote work and organizational inefficiencies.

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Extracted Attributes
  • Born

    1956-03-13

  • Spouse

    Judith Kent

  • Children

    3

  • Known As

    Jamie Dimon

  • Education

    Tufts University (BA), Harvard Business School (MBA)

  • Full Name

    James Dimon

  • Net Worth

    $2.5 billion (as of May 2025, Forbes estimate)

  • Birthplace

    New York City, U.S.

  • Occupation

    Businessman, Banker, Financial Executive

  • Nationality

    American

  • Leadership Style

    Direct, critical of remote work and organizational inefficiencies

  • Notable Recognition

    Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People (2006, 2008, 2009, 2011)

Timeline
  • Born in New York City, U.S. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia, Web Search)

    1956-03-13

  • Earned Bachelor's degree from Tufts University. (Source: Web Search)

    1978

  • Earned MBA from Harvard Business School. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia, Web Search)

    1982

  • Joined American Express, working under Sandy Weill. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    1982

  • Married Judith Kent. (Source: Web Search)

    1983

  • Appointed Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Commercial Credit at age 30. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    1986

  • Began serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Travelers and Smith Barney. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    1990

  • Became President of Citigroup. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    1998

  • Appointed CEO of Bank One. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia, Web Search)

    2000-03

  • Bank One merged with JPMorgan Chase; Dimon became President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of JPMorgan Chase. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia, Web Search)

    2004-07

  • Became Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President of JPMorgan Chase. (Source: Web Search)

    2005-12-31

  • Assumed the role of Chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia, Web Search)

    2006

  • Included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    2006

  • Became Chairman of the Board of JPMorgan Chase. (Source: Web Search)

    2007

  • Included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    2008

  • Included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    2009

  • Included in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    2011

  • Served on the board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia, Web Search)

    2010s (late)

  • Forbes estimated his net worth at $2.5 billion. (Source: Summary, Wikipedia)

    2025-05

  • Criticized remote work and organizational inefficiencies, as noted in the All-In Podcast. (Source: Related Document)

    Undated

Jamie Dimon

James Dimon ( DY-mən; born March 13, 1956) is an American businessman who has been the chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of JPMorgan Chase since 2006. Dimon began his career as a management consultant at Boston Consulting Group. After earning an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1982, he joined American Express, working under the mentorship of Sandy Weill. In 1986, at age of 30, Dimon was appointed chief financial officer (CFO) of Commercial Credit and later became the firm's president. He was chief operating officer (COO) of both the insurer Travelers and the brokerage firm Smith Barney from 1990 to 1998, when he became president of Citigroup. In 2000, he was appointed CEO of Bank One, overseeing its operations until merger with JPMorgan Chase in 2004. Dimon then became COO of JPMorgan Chase, assuming the role of CEO in 2006. He was on the board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York during the late 2010s. Dimon was included in Time magazine's 2006, 2008, 2009, and 2011 lists of the world's 100 most influential people. As of May 2025, Forbes estimated his net worth at $2.5 billion.

Web Search Results
  • Who Is Jamie Dimon? - Investopedia

    Win McNamee / Staff / Getty Images James Dimon, known as Jamie, is an American billionaire businessman and financial executive. He became chief executive officer (CEO) of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) in 2006 and chairman of the firm in 2007. Under Dimon’s leadership, JPMorgan Chase has become the largest U.S. bank by market capitalization. [...] Dimon has a proven record of success building and expanding the banks and other firms that he leads. His ability to navigate his companies through extreme challenges such as the 2007–2008 financial crisis has earned him a reputation as a chief executive officer (CEO) who wins. ## The Bottom Line Jamie Dimon is the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co. He has held roles at Citigroup, Bank One, and Travelers. Dimon is regarded as a successful manager who navigated the 2008 financial crisis. [...] Dimon served as a member of the Board of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and is known for his key roles in building up Citigroup Inc. (C) and Bank One, acquired by JPMorgan Chase in 2004. ### Key Takeaways ## Early Life and Education Jamie Dimon was born in New York City in 1956 to a family of finance and banking professionals. He has cited his grandfather, a Greek immigrant who was a stockbroker at Shearson, Hammill & Co., as a key influence in his early life.

  • Jamie Dimon - Wikipedia

    James Dimon (/ˈ d aɪ m ə n/_DY-mən_; born March 13, 1956( is an American businessman who has been the chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of JPMorgan Chase since 2006. [...] From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia American banker and businessman (born 1956) | Jamie Dimon | | --- | | Image 4_(cropped).jpg) Dimon in 2016 | | Born | (1956-03-13) March 13, 1956 (age 69) New York City, U.S. | | Education | Tufts University (BA) Harvard University (MBA) | | Occupations | Businessman banker | | Years active | 1979 – present | | Spouse | Judith Kent ​ (m.1983)​ | | Children | 3 | [...] Jamie Dimon was born in New York City and grew up in the Jackson Heights neighborhood of Queens.( He is one of three sons of Theodore and Themis (née Kalos) Dimon, who had Greek ancestry.( His paternal grandfather was a Greek immigrant who had worked as a banker in Smyrna and Athens and later changed the family name from Papademetriou to Dimon.( Dimon has an older brother, Peter, and a fraternal twin brother, Ted. Both his father and grandfather were stockbrokers at Shearson.( Jamie attended

  • Jamie Dimon | JPMorganChase

    Jamie Dimon is Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., a global financial services firm with assets of $3.2 trillion and operations worldwide. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. [...] Dimon earned his bachelor’s degree from Tufts University and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. He serves on the boards of directors of a number of non-profit institutions including the Business Roundtable, Bank Policy Institute and Harvard Business School. Additionally, he serves on the executive committee of the Partnership for New York City, and is a member of the Business Council, Financial Services Forum and Council on Foreign Relations. Image 10: JPMorganChase logo

  • Jamie Dimon - Chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase & Co.

    ## About [...] Jamie Dimon became Chairman of the Board on December 31, 2006, and has been Chief Executive Officer and President since December 31, 2005<br><br> He had been President and Chief Operating Officer since JPMorgan Chase's merger with Bank One Corporation in July 2004<br><br> At Bank One he had been Chairman and Chief Executive Officer since March 2000<br><br> Prior to joining Bank One, Mr<br><br> Dimon had extensive experience at Citigroup Inc<br><br>, the Travelers Group, Commercial Credit [...] ## Education ### Harvard Business School Master of Business Administration (MBA)None None - 1982 None ### Tufts University Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)None None - 1978 None ## Publications N/A ## Honors & Awards N/A ## Certifications N/A ## Volunteering N/A ## Languages N/A ## Organizations N/A ## Activity - An Update on JPMorgan Chase’s Response to COVID-19 None View Post Activity Image - An opportunity to do better None View Post Activity Image

  • Jamie Dimon: Latest News, Insights, and Analysis | Fox Business

    ### Jamie Dimon criticizes Zohran Mamdani as 'Marxist,' blasts Democrats' DEI push: 'Big hearts and little brain' JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon slammed New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani as "more a Marxist than a socialist" and criticized Democrats for their DEI push. JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns economic conditions may deteriorate soon ### JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns economic conditions may deteriorate soon [...] JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon is hearing "recessionary talk" when it comes to President Donald Trump's tariffs, stock volatility and other macroeconomic factors that lean toward a financial slowdown. Jamie Dimon claims the Fed needs 'radical changes' ### Jamie Dimon claims the Fed needs 'radical changes' JPMorgan Chase Chairman and CEO Jamie Dimon on the importance of leadership skills, deregulation policy, energy independence and the Federal Reserve helping small banks and businesses. [...] ### JPMorgan CEO reveals what's keeping the American economy strong despite global challenges JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon noted that the U.S. economy remains resilient but warned of potential risks from tariffs, trade uncertainty, geopolitical conditions and fiscal deficits. Jamie Dimon criticizes Zohran Mamdani as 'Marxist,' blasts Democrats' DEI push: 'Big hearts and little brain'