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    Bret Johnsen

    Bret Johnsen

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    Bret Johnsen's greatest accolade is his role as the financial architect behind the largest IPO in history. The $75 billion offering in 2026 was a landmark moment in corporate finance, and Johnsen's steady hand was crucial to its success.His fifteen-year tenure as SpaceX's only CFO is a testament to his skill and the trust the company places in him. He has guided the company through the financial challenges of developing reusable rockets and Starship, and his work has helped SpaceX become the dominant force in commercial spaceflight.In 2026, he joined the ranks of the world's billionaires, a recognition of his strategic acumen and the value he has created for the company.

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    Forbes Billionaires List

    Forbes·2026

    Records & Feats

    Largest IPO in History

    Career Milestone·2026

    Engineered SpaceX's $75 billion IPO, the largest public offering ever.

    Only CFO in SpaceX History

    Career Milestone·2011-present

    Has served as SpaceX's sole chief financial officer since 2011.