John Tyson & family

John Tyson & family (#1293)

You strive every day to try to do the right thing. It goes back to my granddad, to my dad and the people he had around him and it's reflected in today's company and leadership. We care about our folks, our communities, our farmer relationships.

$ 3 B
Food processing
United States
M
72 Years

About Me

John Tyson is chairman of Tyson Foods, the processor that breeds, slaughters and sells meat that ends up in grocery stores across America The conglomerate owns beloved brands like Hillshire Farms, Jimmy Dean and Aidells sausages. Tyson is known for its chicken, but the company also produces approximately 20% of the beef and pork in the U.S. In 2019, Tyson Foods debuted its own alternative meat line Raised & Rooted, including plant-based nuggets. Tyson Foods was originally founded by John's grandfather in 1935. John served as CEO of the company from 2000 to 2006.

Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped John Tyson & family’s rise and global influence.

#1325 Billionaires (2026)
#319 Forbes 400 (2019)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking John Tyson & family’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $3.3B (May 4, 2026)