Larry Culp

Early Life and Education

Larry Culp was born in March 1963, in the Washington, D.C. area, the son of a small welding company owner. He earned a bachelor's degree from Washington College and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Rise to Success

Culp joined Danaher Corporation in 1990 and became its CEO in 2001. Under his leadership, Danaher experienced significant growth. He then became the CEO of General Electric (GE) in October 2018, the first outsider to lead the company in its history. At GE, Culp led a multi-year transformation, strengthening its balance sheet, and reducing debt. He spearheaded the split of GE into three independent, investment-grade public companies: GE HealthCare, GE Vernova, and GE Aerospace.

Key Business Strategies

Culp's leadership style is characterized by a focus on lean management, accountability, and operational excellence. He emphasizes continuous improvement and a relentless focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This approach helped in the successful transformation of both Danaher and GE.

Philanthropy

In May 2024, under Culp's leadership, GE Aerospace launched the GE Aerospace Foundation with over $24 million in commitments, focusing on STEM education. The Culp Family Foundation supports various initiatives.