Peter F. Drucker was an Austrian-born American management consultant, educator, and author widely considered the father of modern management theory. He authored over 30 books, including the influential "Managing Oneself," which revolutionized how individuals approach career development and self-management. Drucker held professorships at New York University and Claremont Graduate University, where the management school was named in his honour.

His work as a consultant spanned decades, advising major corporations like General Motors, as well as non-profit organizations. Drucker's insights on knowledge workers, management by objectives, and the importance of innovation in business continue to shape organizational practices worldwide. He received numerous accolades, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2002. Drucker's writings emphasized the human aspects of management and the social responsibilities of businesses. He passed away in 2005 at the age of 95, leaving a lasting legacy in management theory and practice.