Tom Steyer

Tom Steyer is an American businessman, investor, philanthropist, and environmental activist known for founding Farallon Capital Management and later focusing on climate advocacy and Democratic politics.

Tom Steyer is an American businessman, investor, philanthropist, and environmental activist known for founding Farallon Capital Management and later focusing on climate advocacy and Democratic politics. He founded NextGen America and has been a prominent donor and campaign figure in U.S. politics. In 2019, he ran for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination.

Early life and education

Steyer was born in New York City in 1957. He studied at Yale University and later earned an MBA from Stanford University.

Business career

He founded Farallon Capital Management in 1986, which became a major hedge fund. He retired from Farallon in 2012 to focus on climate and political advocacy.

Climate activism and philanthropy

Steyer became widely known for environmental activism, especially climate change advocacy. He founded NextGen America in 2013, a youth-focused climate and voter engagement organization. He has also been involved in other climate-related and philanthropic initiatives, including Galvanize Climate Solutions and Beneficial State Bank.

Political activity

Steyer became a major donor and activist in Democratic politics. He ran for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination and ended his campaign in February 2020. He has also been associated with issue campaigns such as impeachment advocacy and voter mobilization.