History of Jamie Dimon in Timeline

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Jamie Dimon

Jamie Dimon is the Chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase since 2006. As a prominent figure in the financial industry, he leads one of the world's largest financial institutions. Dimon's tenure has been marked by navigating significant economic events, including the 2008 financial crisis and subsequent regulatory changes. He is known for his leadership in banking, his commentary on economic policy, and his influence within the global financial landscape.

March 13, 1956: Jamie Dimon's Birth

On March 13, 1956, James "Jamie" Dimon was born. He would later become the chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase.

1982: Graduation from Harvard Business School

In 1982, Jamie Dimon graduated from Harvard Business School with 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.

1985: Left American Express with Sandy Weill

In 1985, Jamie Dimon left American Express with Sandy Weill, following Weill's departure.

1989: Donations to Democratic Party

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

1997: Argument with Weill over daughter's promotion

In 1997, Jamie Dimon and Sandy Weill reportedly argued over Dimon's inaction to promote Weill's daughter, Jessica M. Bibliowicz.

November 1998: Departure from Citigroup

In November 1998, Jamie Dimon left Citigroup after being asked to resign by Sandy Weill.

March 2000: CEO of Bank One

In March 2000, Jamie Dimon became the CEO of Bank One.

July 2004: President and COO of JPMorgan Chase

In July 2004, after JPMorgan Chase merged with Bank One, Jamie Dimon became president and chief operating officer of the combined company.

December 31, 2005: CEO of JPMorgan Chase

On December 31, 2005, Jamie Dimon was named CEO of JPMorgan Chase.

2006: CEO of JPMorgan Chase

In 2006, Jamie Dimon assumed the role of chief executive officer (CEO) of JPMorgan Chase.

2006: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2006, Jamie Dimon was included in Time magazine's list of the world's 100 most influential people.

December 31, 2006: Chairman and President of JPMorgan Chase

On December 31, 2006, Jamie Dimon was named chairman and president of JPMorgan Chase.

2007: Lead up to Financial Crisis

In the years leading up to the 2007 financial crisis, JPMorgan Chase was involved in the mis-selling of mortgage-backed securities.

March 2008: Board Member of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York

In March 2008, Jamie Dimon was a Class A board member of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

2008: Obama Presidency Speculation

After Barack Obama won the 2008 presidential election, there was speculation that Jamie Dimon would become Secretary of the Treasury.

2008: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2008, Jamie Dimon was included in Time magazine's list of the world's 100 most influential people.

2008: Lead up to Financial Crisis

In the years leading up to the 2008 financial crisis, JPMorgan Chase was involved in the mis-selling of mortgage-backed securities.

2009: TopGun CEOs

In 2009, Jamie Dimon was considered one of "The TopGun CEOs" by Brendan Wood International.

2009: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2009, Jamie Dimon was included in Time magazine's list of the world's 100 most influential people.

2009: Donations to Democratic Party

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

September 26, 2011: Exchange with Mark Carney over Basel III

On September 26, 2011, Jamie Dimon had a heated exchange with Mark Carney, the governor of the Bank of Canada, regarding the Basel III international financial regulations.

2011: $23 Million Pay Package

In 2011, Jamie Dimon received a $23 million pay package from JPMorgan Chase.

2011: Chairman of The Business Council

In 2011, Jamie Dimon was chairman of the executive committee of The Business Council.

2011: Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2011, Jamie Dimon was included in Time magazine's list of the world's 100 most influential people.

May 10, 2012: $2 Billion Trading Loss

On May 10, 2012, JPMorgan Chase reported a loss of at least $2 billion in trades, which Dimon described as "flawed, complex, poorly reviewed, poorly executed and poorly monitored."

May 2012: Dimon's Political Stance

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

2012: Chairman of The Business Council

In 2012, Jamie Dimon was chairman of the executive committee of The Business Council.

2012: Compensation Reduced to $11.5 Million

In 2012, Jamie Dimon's compensation was reduced to $11.5 million by JPMorgan Chase following controversial trading losses.

2013: Record Profits and Stock Price

In 2013, Jamie Dimon led JPMorgan Chase through a year of record profits and stock price despite significant losses due to scandals and payments of fines.

January 24, 2014: $20 Million Compensation

On January 24, 2014, it was announced that Jamie Dimon would receive $20 million for his work in 2013.

September 2014: End of Cancer Treatment

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

December 2016: Joined 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 with George Osborne.

2017: Dissolution of Business Forum

In 2017, the business forum Dimon joined dissolved after Trump's comments on the alt-right political violence at the Unite the Right rally.

2018: Considered Presidential Campaign

In 2018 Jamie Dimon considered starting his own presidential campaign, but decided against it.

2019: Interview on 60 Minutes

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."

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 Remotely

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

2020: Criticism of Democratic Party Presidential Primaries

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

In 2021, Jamie Dimon condemned the United States Capitol attack.

2022: $34.5 Million Compensation

In fiscal year 2022, Jamie Dimon received $34.5 million from JPMorgan Chase.

May 2023: Testimony in Lawsuits Regarding Jeffrey Epstein

In May 2023, Jamie Dimon testified under oath in connection with two lawsuits filed against JPMorgan Chase for allegedly serving Jeffrey Epstein.

June 2023: Encouraged to Run for President in 2024

In May-June 2023, Jamie Dimon was encouraged by Bill Ackman to run in the 2024 United States presidential election, clarifying that he has no plans to run for office at this time.

November 2023: Preferred Nikki Haley for Republican Nominee

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

2023: $36 Million Compensation

In fiscal year 2023, Jamie Dimon received $36 million from JPMorgan Chase.

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: Report of Private Support for Kamala Harris

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

2024: Board Member of the Business Roundtable

As of 2024, Jamie Dimon is a board member of the Business Roundtable.

2024: $39 Million Compensation

In fiscal year 2024, Jamie Dimon received $39 million from 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, despite previously stating that the tariffs were a threat to the US economy.

March 2025: Concerns About Tariffs Amid Worsening Economic Outlook

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.

May 2025: Forbes Estimate of Jamie Dimon's Net Worth

In May 2025, Forbes estimated Jamie Dimon's net worth at $2.5 billion.

June 2025: Dimon says his retirement is still "several years away"

As recent as June 2025 Dimon has said his retirement is still "several years away" and that he may stick around longer at JP Morgan.