Paul G. Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, philanthropist, and visionary technologist, passed away on October 15, 2018 at the age of 65. Paul G. Allen was born in Seattle, Washington in 1953. He attended Washington State University where he met Bill Gates. The duo then formed Microsoft that same year, which would eventually become the world's leading computer software giant. He left the company in 1983 but remained an important part of the company's history and success. Allen's other pursuits included the founding of Vulcan Inc. in 1986, an investment firm specializing in investments in aerospace, communications, media, and other high-tech entities. He engaged in a number of other successful business endeavors as well. In recent years, he was well-known for his philanthropic efforts, supporting causes in areas such as education, conservation and scientific research. He was committed to helping make the world a better place through his own investments and the endeavors of the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation. He was a responsible steward of the environment and a significant figure in the Seattle community. He purchased the Seattle Seahawks in 1997 and helped lead them to multiple NFL championships. Throughout Allen's lifetime, he was a diverse thinker and a bold risk-taker, a trait that enabled him to achieve greatness in the business world and beyond. His lasting legacy will continue to inspire future generations of innovators and visionaries.