Roelof Botha

Entrepreneur

Birthday September 19, 1973

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace South Africa

Age 51 years old

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About

Renowned South African venture capitalist and actuary known for his work with major companies like YouTube and PayPal. He has been ranked in the top thirty of Forbes' Midas List of venture capitalists multiple times.

Before Fame

He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Cape Town in 1996.

Trivia

In the late 90's, he became the youngest actuary in the history of South Africa.

Family Life

He is the nephew of Piet Botha, frontman for the rock band Jack Hammer.

Associated With

He served as the Director of Corporate Development for PayPal, co-founded by German entrepreneur Peter Thiel.