| Birth Day | May 23, 1946 |
| Birth Place | Philippines |
| Age | 77 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
Dado Banatao, a renowned entrepreneur hailing from the Philippines, is estimated to have a net worth of $5 billion by 2024. Widely recognized for his exceptional business acumen and innovative ideas, Banatao has made significant contributions to the technology industry. As a pioneer in the field of semiconductors, he played a pivotal role in the development of the early PC industry and co-founded numerous successful tech companies. Banatao's visionary leadership and entrepreneurial spirit have earned him great success and acclaim, making him an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs both in the Philippines and around the world.
Filipino businessman best known for co-founding the startup companies Mostron, Chips and Technologies, and S3 Graphics. He is also a noted philanthropist, having served as the head of organizations like the Dado Banatao Educational Foundation.
He graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Electric Engineering from the Mapua Institute of Technology.
He received the Master Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Ernst & Young, Inc. Magazine, and Merrill Lynch Business Financial Services in 1997.
He married Maria Cariaga and has children named Rey, Desiare and Tala.
He met Future Apple CEO Steve Jobs during his time as a member of the Homebrew Computer Club in the 70's.
