James C. Kennedy
Chairman Emeritus, Cox Enterprises · United States
James C. Kennedy is the CEO of Cox Enterprises. Kennedy is based in the United States. Kennedy was born in 1947 in Honolulu and educated at Hawaii Preparatory Academy and University of Denver.
James C. Kennedy is the grandson of Ohio Governor James M. Cox, who founded Cox Enterprises in 1898. He joined Cox in 1972 and served as CEO and Chairman from 1988 until stepping down, during which time he expanded the company from $1.88 billion to $20 billion in revenue. He currently serves as Chairman Emeritus and Chairman of the James M. Cox Foundation.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on James C. Kennedy's philanthropic activities, particularly a $5.5 million donation to the University of Montana for a new wetlands and waterfowl center. The headlines also reflect Kennedy's broader history of major charitable giving to educational institutions and recognition as a prominent billionaire businessman associated with Cox Enterprises.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- November 29, 1947 · Honolulu
- Citizenship
- United States
- Education
- Hawaii Preparatory Academy, University of Denver
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James C. Kennedy: FAQ
- Who is James C. Kennedy?
- James C. Kennedy is the Chairman Emeritus of Cox Enterprises, based in United States.
- What company does James C. Kennedy lead?
- James C. Kennedy is CEO of Cox Enterprises.
- Where was James C. Kennedy educated?
- James C. Kennedy studied at Hawaii Preparatory Academy, University of Denver.