About Charif Souki
Born 1953. Charif Souki is a Lebanese banker and restaurateur.
Charif Souki (born 1953) is an American businessman. He is the co-founder and former CEO of Cheniere Energy, an oil and gas company which specialized in liquefied natural gas. He was the highest-paid chief executive officer in the United States in 2013.
Early life Charif Souki was born in 1953 in Cairo, Egypt. His father, Samyr Souki, was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church. He also worked as a restaurateur. He earned US$142 million in 2013, making him the highest-paid CEO in the United States that year. Souki claims he stepped down as CEO after a disagreement with board member Carl Icahn.
Souki is the co-founder of Tellurian Investments with Martin Houston. Tellurian ousted its chairman and co-founder, Charif Souki, late 2023 after auditors raised doubts about the company's ability to cover future expenses.
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Who is Charif Souki?
Lebanese American businessman (born 1953)
When was Charif Souki born?
Charif Souki was born in 1953 in Cairo.
What is Charif Souki's occupation?
Charif Souki is a banker and restaurateur.
What nationality is Charif Souki?
Charif Souki is Lebanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Charif Souki. https://biography.guide/charif-souki/
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