Jeff Bezos is the world's richest man with a net worth of $112 billion according to the 2018 Forbes billionaire list. Bezos' net worth exceeds the GDP of 125 countries and makes him the first person ever to have a net worth over $100 billion, also known as a centibillionaire. Amazon's success under Bezos' leadership over the past few decades can be attributed to his focus on timely innovation through new products, strategic acquisitions, and investments that meet changing customer needs.