Morton H. Meyerson

Morton H. Meyerson is Chair of 2M Companies, Inc., a family-owned investment firm. Morton has been actively engaged in investment activities through 2M and its affiliates since 1985.

Morton graduated from the University of Texas in 1961 with a B.A. in Economics and Philosophy. At UT he was part of the a capella choir, fraternity life, student government, intramural football and the Texas Cowboys. In 1991 he was a recipient of the Pro Bene Meritus Award presented by the UT College of Liberal Arts and in 2005 he was a recipient of The University of Texas Distinguished Alumnus Award.   After serving two years of active duty in the Army, Morton began his business career at Bell Helicopter and then joined Electronic Data Systems (EDS) as a systems engineer trainee.  During his nearly 21 years with EDS he ultimately become President and Vice Chair, leading 45,000 employees. Later in his career he joined Perot Systems as Chairman and CEO.  He has also participated in numerous investments with leaders such as Richard Rainwater, Michael Dell, and Mark Cuban.  In 2013 Morton was inducted into The Outsourcing Hall of Fame of the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals.

Morton pursues philanthropic endeavors through The Meyerson Family Foundations. Morton currently serves as the chair of that organization. Morton has two daughters, six grandchildren, two great-grandsons, and one great-granddaughter.