Early Life and Education of Jamie Dimon: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Jamie Dimon, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Jamie Dimon is an American businessman prominent as the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase since 2006. His leadership at one of the world's largest financial institutions has made him a key figure in the global economy. He is frequently discussed in the context of financial markets, economic policy, and corporate leadership.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

March 13, 1956: Jamie Dimon's Birth

On March 13, 1956, James Dimon, an American businessman who would later become the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, was born.

1982: MBA from Harvard Business School and Joining American Express

In 1982, Jamie Dimon earned an MBA from Harvard Business School and subsequently joined American Express, mentored by Sandy Weill.

1982: Graduation from Harvard Business School

In 1982, Jamie Dimon graduated from Harvard Business School, earning an MBA as a Baker Scholar.

1983: Marriage to Judith Kent

In 1983, Jamie Dimon married Judith Kent, whom he met at Harvard Business School. They went on to have three daughters: Julia, Laura, and Kara Leigh.

1989: Political Donations

From 1989, Jamie Dimon primarily donated to the Democratic Party.

2008: Secretary of the Treasury Speculation

After Barack Obama won the 2008 presidential election, there was speculation that Jamie Dimon would become Secretary of the Treasury, a position that ultimately went to Timothy Geithner.

2009: Political Donations

Until 2009, Jamie Dimon primarily donated to the Democratic Party.

May 2012: Describes Himself as "Barely a Democrat"

In May 2012, Jamie Dimon described himself as "barely a Democrat,"

September 2014: End of Cancer Treatment

In September 2014, Jamie Dimon completed eight weeks of radiation and chemotherapy for throat cancer.

December 2016: Joining Trump's Business Forum

In December 2016, Jamie Dimon joined a business forum assembled by then president-elect Donald Trump to provide strategic and policy advice on economic issues.

2016: Campaigning Against Brexit

During the 2016 United Kingdom European Union membership referendum, JPMorgan Chase, under Jamie Dimon's leadership, donated to the Remain campaign, and Dimon personally campaigned against Brexit.

2017: Forum Dissolution and Tax Cuts Support

In 2017, the business forum Dimon joined dissolved after Trump's comments on the alt-right political violence at the Unite the Right rally; Dimon supported Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

2018: Presidential Campaign Consideration

In 2018, Jamie Dimon "thought about thinking about" starting his own presidential campaign but decided against it.

2019: 60 Minutes Interview

In a 2019 interview with 60 Minutes, Jamie Dimon claimed that the United States had reached "the most prosperous economy the world has ever seen" despite acknowledging issues such as income inequality.

March 2020: Emergency Heart Surgery

In March 2020, at the age of 63, Jamie Dimon underwent "emergency heart surgery" to repair an acute aortic dissection.

April 2020: Return to Work

In April 2020, it was announced that Jamie Dimon had returned to work in a remote capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Criticism of Democratic Party Candidates

During the 2020 Democratic Party presidential primaries, Jamie Dimon criticized the lack of a "strong centrist, pro-business, pro-free enterprise" candidate.

2021: Condemnation of Capitol Attack and Trump's Criticism

In 2021, Jamie Dimon condemned the United States Capitol attack, leading to Donald Trump's complaint that Dimon was "not a patriot" because of his company's business in China.

June 2023: Encouragement to Run for President

In June 2023, Jamie Dimon was encouraged by Bill Ackman to run in the 2024 United States presidential election.

November 2023: Preference for Nikki Haley

In November 2023, Jamie Dimon publicly stated that he preferred Nikki Haley over Donald Trump as the Republican nominee in the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

August 2024: Op-Ed in The Washington Post

In August 2024, Jamie Dimon published an op-ed column in The Washington Post, where he stated that the next president must "restore our faith in America."

October 2024: Private Support for Kamala Harris

In October 2024, The New York Times reported that Jamie Dimon was privately supporting Kamala Harris' 2024 campaign.

2024: No Plans to Run for Office

In 2024, Jamie Dimon clarified that he has no plans to run for office and is content with his position at JPMorgan Chase.

January 2025: Support for Trump's Tariff Policies

After Donald Trump took office as president again in January 2025, Jamie Dimon said he supported Trump's tariff policies.

March 2025: Tariff Concerns

In March 2025, amid a worsening economic outlook due to Trump's tariff threats, Jamie Dimon said that tariffs contributed to uncertainty in the markets.