Amazon strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. By giving customers more of what they want - low prices, vast selection, and convenience - Amazon continues to grow and evolve as a world-class e-commerce platform.
Founded by Jeff Bezos, the Amazon.com website started in 1995 as a place to buy books because of the unique customer experience the Web could offer book lovers. Bezos believed that only the Internet could offer customers the convenience of browsing a selection of millions of book titles in a single sitting. During the first 30 days of business, Amazon fulfilled orders for customers in 50 states and 45 countries - all shipped from his Seattle-area garage.
Amazon's evolution from Web site to e-commerce partner to development platform is driven by the spirit of innovation that is part of the company's DNA. The world's brightest technology minds come to Amazon.com to research and develop technology that improves the lives of shoppers and sellers around the world.
Chess.com is the #1 chess destination with more than 150 million members! Play for free, join tournaments, and improve your game with lessons and videos from top Grandmasters and coaches. Improve your tactics, strategy, analytical thinking and problem solving with training tools and discussion forums.
Our site and apps are a labor of love, from our 100% remote global team of over 700 passionate chess fans.
US Chess is the 501(c)(3) official governing body for chess competition in the United States. With close to 115,000 members, US Chess facilitates connection among clubs, scholastic programs, and individuals across the nation.
Chess is recognized as an essential tool that promotes inclusiveness and benefits education, rehabilitation, recreation, and friendly competition. We embrace chess as a historic and iconic game, and we celebrate its history, growth and evolution in our activities and services.