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<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>
<p>Marissa Mayer, an American <a href="/biography/marissa-mayer">computer scientist</a> and business executive, was born in Wausau, Wisconsin. Her mother, Margaret Mayer, was an art teacher of Finnish descent, while her <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Mayer_(American_football)">father</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Mayer_(American_football)">Michael Mayer</a>, worked as an environmental engineer for water utilities. Her grandfather, Clem Mayer, who had polio from age seven, served as the mayor of Jackson, Wisconsin, for over 30 years. Marissa has one younger brother.</p>
<p>As a child, Mayer was known for being shy but highly involved in after-school activities. She participated in Brownies, debate, swimming, piano, ice skating, and ballet. During middle and high school years, she continued with piano and ballet lessons, which she credits with teaching her confidence, poise, discipline, and how to handle criticism. From a young age, she displayed a strong interest in science and mathematics.</p>

<h2>Academic Excellence and High School Achievements</h2>
<p>At Wausau West High School, Mayer was a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Mayer_(American_football)">member</a> of the curling team and the precision dance team. Academically, she excelled in subjects such as physics, biology, calculus, and chemistry. She was active in extracurriculars and served as president of the school's Spanish Club. Additionally, she worked as a grocery store clerk and was selected to attend the prestigious National Youth Science Camp in West Virginia.</p>

<h2>Stanford University and Shift to Computer Science</h2>
<p>Mayer initially planned to become a pediatric neurosurgeon and took pre-med courses at Stanford University. However, she later shifted her focus to symbolic systems—a multidisciplinary major incorporating computer science, linguistics, cognitive psychology, and philosophy. At Stanford, Mayer was involved in university ballet productions, including <i>The Nutcracker</i>, and was an active member of the parliamentary debate team and a volunteer at a children’s hospital.</p>
<p>She also contributed to bringing computer science education to schools in Bermuda and spent a summer teaching symbolic systems under the supervision of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_S._Roberts">Professor</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_S._Roberts">Eric S. Roberts</a>. The class was well received, prompting the university to invite her to teach again the following summer. Mayer graduated with honors, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in symbolic systems.</p>

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<h2>Career at Google</h2>
<p>Following her graduation, Mayer joined Google as one of its earliest employees and first female engineers. During her tenure, she held various leadership roles, particularly in user experience and product design. As a long-time executive and usability expert, she played a significant role in shaping some of Google’s most successful products. At one point during her time there, Mayer also served as a corporate spokesperson for the company, representing Google's technological advancements and innovations at various industry events.</p>

<h2>Yahoo: President and CEO</h2>
<p>In July 2012, Marissa Mayer became President and Chief Executive Officer of Yahoo, where she aimed to revitalize the struggling internet company. Under her leadership, Yahoo focused on improving user experience, investing in mobile platforms, and acquiring technology startups. During her first six months at Yahoo, Mayer earned a reported salary of $36.6 million.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Net Worth</h2>
<p>Marissa Mayer married Zachary Bogue, an investor and lawyer, in 2009. The couple welcomed a son in 2012. Mayer resides in Palo Alto, San Francisco Bay Area. As of recent estimates, her net worth is approximately $300 million, primarily accumulated through her tenures at Google and Yahoo and various technology investments.</p>

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