Tuesday, May 31, 2005

The Microsoft Millionaires Come of Age - New York Times

The Microsoft Millionaires Come of Age - New York Times: "The Microsoft Millionaires Come of Age

By JULIE BICK
Published: May 29, 2005
FIVE years ago, Chris Peters was a former programmer who had made a fortune from his Microsoft stock options. Then he learned that the Professional Bowlers Association was for sale.
Undeterred by his lack of experience in sports, broadcasting or any other directly relevant business, he recruited some friends as investors and bought the league. 'I was not very athletic' as a child, Mr. Peters said by way of explaining his new career, 'but I always loved bowling with my father.'

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