Quotes by Peter Thiel

About Peter Thiel:


Peter Andreas Thiel is an American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, hedge fund manager, and social critic. Thiel co-founded PayPal with Max Levchin and Elon Musk (see PayPal Mafia) and served as its CEO. He also co-founded Palantir, of which he is chairman. He was the first outside investor in Facebook, the popular social-networking site, with a 10.2% stake acquired in 2004 for $500,000, and sits on the company's board of directors.

Author Bio


  • NamePeter Thiel
  • DescriptionGerman-born American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and hedge fund manager
  • BornOctober 11, 1967
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionChess Player; Financier