Background
Shirley, Jon Anthony was born on April 12, 1938 in San Diego, California, United States. Son of Joseph Roy and Mercedes (Miller) Shirley.
Shirley, Jon Anthony was born on April 12, 1938 in San Diego, California, United States. Son of Joseph Roy and Mercedes (Miller) Shirley.
Attended, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1957.
With Radio Shack division Tandy Corporation, Fort Worth, 1963-1972, vice president computer merchandising, 1972-1983. President, chief operating officer Microsoft Corporation, Redmond, Washington, 1983—1990, board director, 1983—2008. Board director Manzanita Capital, Seattle.
Chairman board trustees Seattle Art Museum. Trustee Museum Flight, Seattle, Hill School, Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Member chairman council Museum Modern Art, New York City.
Member of Association Data Processing Service Organization (board directors since 1986), Seattle Yacht.
Married Gail Grieg (divorced June 1964). 1 child Erickson; Married E. Mary L. Johanson, July 7, 1964. Children: Peter, Mary.