Joseph Tsai is Chairman of Alibaba Group, one of the world’s largest e-commerce companies who he co-founded. He played a crucial role in its early development and served on the board of directors since its inception. A graduate of Yale College and Yale Law School, he began his career in law and private equity. He is a leading investor in the sports world. He is the majority owner of the Brooklyn Nets, a professional basketball team in the NBA, and also owns the New York Liberty in the WNBA. Mr. Tsai is widely recognized for his philanthropic efforts, particularly in education, healthcare, and social justice.