31 Most Famous Entrepreneurs In The World (2025 Updated)

In fact, over 70% of the startups fail within the first 10 years of the business. 

However, those who overcome these challenges have created lasting impact and made money while making a difference. 

This article highlights 31 famous entrepreneurs in the world, who have not only achieved success but have also revolutionized their industry with innovations.

Let’s take a look these successful business entrepreneurs.

10 Most Famous Entrepreneurs In 2025: At a Glance

Rank	Entrepreneur	Company	Net Worth
1.	Elon Musk	Tesla, SpaceX	$343 Billion
2.	Jeff Bezos	Amazon	$201 Billion
3.	Mark Zuckerberg	Facebook	$177.6 Billion
4.	Larry Ellison	Oracle	$172.6 Billion
5.	Larry Page	Google	$146.6 Billion
6.	Sergey Brin	Google	$140.4 Billion
7.	Bill Gates	Microsoft	$133.8 Billion
8.	Steve Ballmer	Microsoft	$131.1 Billion
9.	Michael Dell	Dell	$111.5 Billion
10.	Mukesh Ambani	Reliance, Jio	$110.2 Billion

Note: These entrepreneurs have achieved unparalleled success through their innovative ideas, ranking among the world’s richest individuals.

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31 Most Successful Entrepreneurs of All Time | 2025

You had a look at the overview of the top 10. Now, Let’s take a look at 31 famous entrepreneurs who have made a significant impact on the world.

1. Elon Musk

Founded Company	The Boring Company, Tesla, SpaceX
Founded In	2003
Net Worth	$$343 Billion
Age	52 years
Industry	Automobiles

Here comes the REAL Iron Man and Famous Entrepreneur Elon Reeve Musk is an all-round entrepreneur who co-founded the famous online payment system PayPal.

Musk’s first major venture was Zip2, an online mapping and directions company. After its acquisition by Compaq in 1999, he went on to establish X.com (PayPal). In 2004, Musk took over Tesla Motors. Parallel to Tesla, Musk co-founded SpaceX in 2002, intending to revolutionize space technology.

Further, he co-founded Neuralink, a neurotechnology company focused on developing brain-computer interfaces, and The Boring Company.

As of today, Elon Musk’s net worth is $$343 Billion and he is the world’s richest person.

Here’s a famous quote by Elon Musk.

When something is important enough, you do it even if the odds are not in your favor – Elon Musk

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2. Jeff Bezos

Founded Company	Amazon, Blue Origin
Founded In	1994
Net Worth	$201 Billion
Age	60 years
Industry	E-commerce and technology

Jeff Bezos is the founder of Amazon, the largest eCommerce marketplace and is used by millions of users worldwide. 

After his graduation from Princeton University, he started Amazon.com, where he initially sold books across the US and in 45 foreign countries within 30 days. Later, he also started delivering CDs, videos, clothes, electronics, toys, and more.

As Amazon grew, Bezos continued to diversify the company’s offerings like cloud computing with AWS, digital streaming with Prime Video, and voice-controlled artificial intelligence with Alexa.  

Today, Amazon is a leading eCommerce platform with a net worth of $1.89 trillion, making Jeff the third richest man on earth. 

Here’s a famous quote by Jeff Bezos.

A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn a reputation by trying to do hard things well. ― Jeff Bezos

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3. Mark Zuckerberg

Founded Company	Facebook
Founded In	2004
Net Worth	$177.6 Billion
Age	40 years
Industry	Technology

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is one of the most renowned entrepreneurs of our time.

In 2004, while studying at Harvard University, Zuckerberg co-founded Facebook, initially as a social networking platform for college students. The idea was to connect people and share information within the university community, but its potential quickly became global.

Facebook is undoubtedly the #1 social media platform used by everyone, from students to marketers to leaders from all over the world. As of today, Facebook has over 3.03 billion active users monthly!

Mark Zuckerberg is one of the richest people on the planet right now, with an estimated net worth of over $177.6 Billion.

Here’s a famous quote by Mark Zuckerberg.

The biggest risk is not taking any risk… in a world that is changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks. – Mark Zuckerberg.

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4. Larry Ellison

Founded Company	Oracle
Founded In	16 June 1977
Net Worth	$172.6 Billion
Age	79 years
Industry	Software Development

Larry is the co-founder of Oracle Corporation.

Ellison co-founded Software Development Laboratories (SDL) with two partners and an investment of $2,000 in 1977. But it officially became Oracle Systems Corporation in 1983. 

Ellison’s vision for Oracle was to create a database management system that could compete with IBM’s System R database. He achieved this by developing a relational database system that was compatible with System R.

He pioneered the use of big data in the business sector. He developed and launched products adopted by the 100 largest public companies worldwide, as well as 430,000 customers in 175 countries.

Here’s the famous quote by Larry Ellison.

If you do everything that everyone else does in business, you’re going to lose. The only way to really be ahead is to ‘be different’.

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5. Larry Page And Sergey Brin

Founded Company	Google
Founded In	4 September 1998
Net Worth	$146.6 Billion, $140.4 Billion
Age	51 years and 50 years
Industry	Technology

Google co-founders, Larry Page And Sergey Brin are one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the world. 

In 1996, Page and Brin developed the foundation of what would become the Google search engine. Their approach was PageRank, which used a system of ranking web pages based on their relevance and quality, rather than the number of times a particular word appeared on a page.

As the company grew, Page and Brin continued to innovate, introducing new products and services such as Gmail, Google Maps, and YouTube (which they acquired in 2006 for $1.65 billion).

Larry Page is currently the CEO of Alphabet (which is Google’s parent company) and he has a net worth of over $146.2 billion. While Sergey Brin is the President of Alphabet and has a net worth of over $106.8 billion.
By the early 2000s, Google had become the dominant search engine on the internet, with over 8.5 billion queries each day.

Here are the famous quotes by Larry Page And Sergey Brin.

We do lots of Stuff. The only way you are going to have success is to have lots of failures first. — Sergey Brin

Always deliver more than expected. ― Larry Page

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6. Bill Gates

Founded Company	Microsoft
Founded In	1975
Net Worth	$133.8 Billion
Age	65 years
Industry	Technology

Founder of Microsoft, Bill Gates is one of the richest entrepreneurs in the world. 

In 1975, while still a student at Harvard University, Gates teamed up with his childhood friend Paul Allen to develop software for the first microcomputers. They created MS-DOS, and later, the groundbreaking Windows operating system. 

Further, Microsoft pursued an aggressive strategy of innovation, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. This helped the company to expand its reach into various domains, like web browsers, gaming consoles, and cloud computing services.

In 2000, he and his wife Melinda co-founded the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which has become one of the largest and most influential private charitable organizations globally.

Here’s a famous quote by Bill Gates.

If you can’t make it good, at least make it look good. ― Bill Gates

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7. Steve Ballmer

Founded Company	NBA
Founded In	4 April 1975
Net Worth	$131.1 Billion
Age	68 years
Industry	Technology

Steven Anthony Ballmer is an American billionaire, entrepreneur, and investor who worked as the CEO of Microsoft from 2000 to 2014.

Steve Ballmer is one of the most famous entrepreneurs today. He is currently the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). 

Ballmer joined Microsoft in 1980 as the company’s first business manager. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the CEO in 2000.

He’s also one of the richest people in the world, having a net worth of over $131.1 billion.

Here’s the famous quote by Steve Ballmer

The number one benefit of information technology is that it empowers people to do what they want to do. It lets people be creative. It lets people be productive. It lets people learn things they didn’t think they could learn before, and so in a sense, it is all about potential. – Steve Ballmer

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8. Michael Dell

Founded Company	Dell
Founded In	1 February 1984
Net Worth	$111.5 Billion
Age	59 years
Industry	Technology

In 1984, at the age of 19, Michael Dell founded Dell Computer Corporation with just $1,000 in capital.

His business model involved selling custom-built PCs directly to consumers, bypassing traditional retail channels and middlemen. 

This direct-sales approach allowed Dell to offer lower prices, faster delivery times, and personalized configurations tailored to customer needs. By 1992, the company was ranked in Fortune magazine’s list of top 500 corporations, with Dell as the CEO at just 27 years old.

Michael Dell has been a vocal supporter of entrepreneurship across the globe. He wants founders to find what moves them and then go ahead with it full steam.

Here’s the famous quote by Michael Dell:

Recognize that there will be failures, and acknowledge that there will be obstacles. – Michael Dell

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9. Mukesh Ambani

Founded Company	Reliance, Jio
Founded In	2007
Net Worth	$110.2 Billion
Age	67 years
Industry	Mobile Network Operator

Mukesh Ambani is an Indian business mogul and billionaire entrepreneur. He is the chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries, which is a Fortune Global 500 company. 

Reliance Industries’s company deals in various sectors including petrochemicals, oil and gas, telecom, and retail. Ambani disrupted the Indian telecom provider category by introducing Jio. He introduced Jio by offering HUGE data discounts and provided unlimited calls to any network for free.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mukesh Ambani raised more than $20 billion by selling 1/3rd of Jio to investors including Facebook and Google.

Today, Mukesh Ambani is one of the wealthiest individuals in the world, with an estimated net worth of over $116.2 billion as of 2024.

Here’s the famous quote by Mukesh Ambani:

A brand for a company is like a reputation for a person. You earn a reputation by trying to do hard things well. – Mukesh Ambani

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10. Jack Ma

Founded Company	Alibaba Group
Founded In	4 April 1999
Net Worth	$24.6 Billion
Age	59 years
Industry	eCommerce and Technology

Jack Ma founded Alibaba in 1999, which is China’s biggest e-commerce company that sells billions of dollars worth of products each month.

When he went to the United States in 1995 for business purposes, he came across to the internet for the first time and was fascinated by its potential. This experience sparked the idea for an e-commerce company in China.

In 1999, Ma started Alibaba with his 17 friends to invest in. The platform allowed exporters to post product listings that customers could buy directly. 

The service quickly gained traction, attracting members from all over the world. By October 1999, Alibaba had raised $5 million from Goldman Sachs and $20 million from SoftBank.

Today Alibaba has a market cap of $168.43 billion.

Here’s the famous quote by Jack Ma

I know nothing about technology, I know nothing about marketing, I know nothing about (the legal) stuff. I only know about people. – Jack Ma

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11. Brian Chesky

Founded Company	Airbnb
Founded In	2007
Net Worth	$10 Billion
Age	42 years
Industry	Online Marketplace

Brian Chesky is the co-founder and CEO of Airbnb, one of the most successful and innovative companies in the world.

Chesky and his roommate, Joe Gebbia, were struggling to pay their rent and decided to open their home to short-term renters. This idea sparked the concept of Airbnb, which would eventually revolutionize the way people travel and experience hospitality.

In 2009, Chesky and Gebbia received funding from Y Combinator and began to scale their business. Today, Airbnb is a global phenomenon, with over 5 million listings in more than 191 countries.

Chesky has faced numerous challenges, including the financial crisis of 2008, which forced him to get creative and think outside the box.

Here’s the famous quote by Chesky

“Build something 100 people love, not something 1 million people kind of like.” – Brian Chesky

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12. Steve Jobs

Founded Company	Apple
Founded In	1 April 1976 – 5 October 2011
Net Worth	$10 Billion at the time of his death
Age	56 years at the time of his death
Industry	Technology

Steve Jobs was a visionary entrepreneur and creative genius who co-founded Apple Inc. 

Steve Jobs was the chairman, CEO, and co-founder of Apple Inc. which is now worth over $3.081 Billion (as of December 2023). Not only did he come up with ideas for the iPhone, iPad, and so on, but he also crafted them so beautifully that everyone seemed to like them.

Steve Jobs was also the chairman and majority shareholder of Pixar, which is an American computer animation film studio founded in 1986.

His famous “Think Different” campaign and his Stanford commencement address, in which he urged graduates to “stay hungry, stay foolish,” have become iconic in the entrepreneurial world. 

Sadly in 2011, Job passed away at the age of 56 due to complications from pancreatic cancer.

Here’s a famous quote by Steve Jobs.

Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary. – Steve Jobs

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13. Sam Walton

Founded Company	Walmart
Founded In	1962
Net Worth	$8.6 Billion at the time of his death
Age	74 years at the time of death
Industry	eCommerce stores

Here comes another e-commerce mogul! Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart, is recognized as one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the history of modern retail. 

He started with his first retail store, a Ben Franklin franchise, in 1945. Further, in 1962, Walton founded the first Walmart store in Rogers, Arkansas. His innovative business model centred around offering a wide range of merchandise at low prices. He termed this concept as “Always Low Prices.” 

This approach resonated with customers, and Walmart quickly gained traction in the retail market.

Walton was also known for his philanthropic efforts. He established the Walton Family Foundation, which supports initiatives in education, environmental conservation, and community development, carrying on his legacy of giving back to the communities that supported Walmart’s success.

Here’s a famous quote by Sam Walton:

“High expectations are the key to everything.” – Sam Walton

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14. Garrett Camp

Founded Company	Uber
Founded In	March 2009
Net Worth	$5.3 Billion
Age	45 years
Industry	Delivery and Transportation

Garrett Camp co-founded Uber, a ride-hailing company that revolutionized the taxi industry. Uber initially launched in San Francisco in 2010 and expanded rapidly across the U.S. and internationally. 

His innovative business model disrupted the traditional taxi industry, and it became the highest-valued private startup in the world before going public in 2019.

Not just Uber, Camp co-founded StumbleUpon in 2002, a web-discovery platform that allowed users to find cool websites, videos, and images from across the Internet.

Camp also founded Expa Labs in 2014, a startup studio that works with entrepreneurs to develop and launch new products. Expa has launched or invested in over 30 ventures and raised over $1 billion in funding.

Here’s a famous quote by Garrett Camp:

“The best ideas come from solving your own problems.” – Garrett Camp

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15. Nithin Kamath

Founded Company	Zerodha
Founded In	15 August 2010
Net Worth	$4.8 Billion
Age	44 years
Industry	Trading and Finance

Nithin Kamath founded Zerodha in 2010, which is India’s leading discount brokerage company that is used by more than 12 million customers. 

At the age of 17, he began trading stocks while he was still working at a call center. He has worked for up to 12 brokerage businesses and noticed that the stockbroking industry had not kept up with the times. Recognizing this gap, he founded ‘Zerodha’ in 2010.

Today, Zerodha is a household name among investors, and Kamath is a member of the SEBI Secondary Market Advisory Committee (SMAC) and the Market Data Advisory Committee (MDAC).

Kamath has also co-founded Rainmatter Fintech and Rainmatter Foundation, both of which focus on various aspects of sustainable growth.

Here’s the famous quote by Nithin Kamath:

Do not chase money, let it float towards you. – Nithin Kamath

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16. Reed Hastings

Founded Company	Netflix
Founded In	April 14, 1998
Net Worth	$4.7 Billion
Age	63 years
Industry	OTT Technology

Who doesn’t know Netflix? Reed Hastings is the co-founder and former CEO of Netflix.

The idea for Netflix was born in 1997 when Hastings incurred a $40 late fee for returning a rented video. Frustrated with the traditional video rental model, he teamed up with Marc Randolph to create a subscription-based DVD-by-mail service. 

Further, he recognized the potential of streaming technology early on and made the bold decision to transition the company from DVD rentals to online streaming.

However, in 2011, the company faced a significant backlash from customers when it announced a major change to its business model. But Hastings remained focused and the company ultimately grew stronger.

Today, Netflix boasts over 296 million subscribers in more than 190 countries around the globe.

Here’s the famous quote by Reed Hastings:

“You never stop learning. If you have a good idea, challenge and find the weakness.” – Reed Hastings

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17. Melanie Perkins

Founded Company	Canva
Founded In	2013
Net Worth	$4.4 billion
Age	37 Years
Industry	technology

Melanie founded Canva with Cliff Obrecht and Cameron Adams, when she was just 19 years old. She dropped out of university to pursue her business idea, which was to make graphic design accessible to everyone, regardless of their design skills. 

Today, Canva has grown into a global phenomenon, with over 170 million users worldwide.

Perkins is also a vocal advocate for women in tech and entrepreneurship. She has implemented policies at Canva that eliminate bias in the hiring process, resulting in a higher percentage of female representation in the company.

She also has been named one of the most successful female founders in Australia and has been featured in various publications, including Forbes and Financial Review.

Here’s the famous quote by Melanie Perkins:

“Don’t fear taking chances. The biggest failure is not trying. Once you discover what you love, strive to excel at it.” – Melanie Perkings

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18. Jack Dorsey

Founded Company	Twitter
Founded In	21 March 2006
Net Worth	$4 Billion
Age	47 years
Industry	Software and Technology

Jack Patrick Dorsey is an American entrepreneur who is the co-founder and CEO of Twitter, with a net worth of over $4 billion. 

He’s also the founder and CEO of Square, a financial payments company that’s used by millions of people to start, run, and grow their businesses.

One of Dorsey’s early projects was a podcasting platform called Odeo, which he co-founded in 2005. However, the company struggled to gain traction and faced stiff competition from Apple’s iTunes. 

In 2006, Dorsey came up with the idea for Twitter, a microblogging platform that allowed users to share short messages with their followers. The idea quickly took off and Twitter became one of the most popular social media platforms in the world.

Here’s the famous quote by Jack Dorsey:

“Everyone has an idea, but it’s really about executing the idea and attracting other people to help you with the idea.” – Jack Dorsey

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19. Oprah Winfrey

Founded Company	The Oprah Winfrey Show
Founded In	1986
Net Worth	$3 Billion
Age	70 years
Industry	Talk show

Oprah Winfrey is an American talk show host on “The Oprah Winfrey Show”. The show was the #1 talk show for 24 consecutive seasons since 1986.

She is also a billion-dollar television producer, actress, and author of several best-selling books including “What I Know For Sure”. Her career began in 1976 when she landed her first job as a news anchor in Baltimore. 

In 1984, she transitioned to hosting a morning talk show in Chicago, which would eventually become “The Oprah Winfrey Show.” Moreover, in 2011, she launched the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN), a cable channel dedicated to providing inspirational and empowering content.

Winfrey’s net worth is estimated to be over $3 billion, making her one of the richest self-made women in the world.

Here’s the famous quote by Oprah Winfrey:

“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” – Oprah Winfrey

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20. Richard Branson

Founded Company	Virgin Group Industries
Founded In	February 1970
Net Worth	$3 Billion
Age	73 years
Industry	Investment Company

Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson is best known as the founder of Virgin Group which is comprised of more than 400 companies worldwide. 

Branson’s entrepreneurial journey began with the sale of Christmas trees and budgerigars. He later founded Virgin Records in 1972, which became a groundbreaking record label. He signed the punk rock band, the Sex Pistols, which propelled Virgin Records into the spotlight.

In 1984, Branson founded Virgin Atlantic Airways, which became a prominent global carrier despite stiff competition. He also ventured into other industries, including telecommunications, financial services, and space travel.

He has an estimated net worth of over $3 billion.

Here’s a famous quote by Richard Branson:

“Business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming.” – Richard Branson

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21. Kevin Systrom

Founded Company	Instagram
Founded In	Oct. 6, 2010
Net Worth	$2.8 Billion
Age	40 years
Industry	Technology and Software

Kevin Systrom founded Instagram with Mike Krieger in 2010. 

After graduating from Stanford, Systrom joined Google, where he worked on Gmail, Google Calendar, Docs, Spreadsheets, and other products. 

Afterwards, he then joined Nextstop, a location recommendation startup founded by ex-Googlers that was acquired by Facebook in 2010. Systrom made the prototype of what later became Burbn and pitched it to Baseline Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz at a party. 

He came up with the idea while on a vacation in Mexico when his girlfriend was unwilling to post her photos because they did not look good enough when taken by the iPhone 4 camera. 

The solution to the problem was to use filters, effectively hiding the qualitative inferiority of the photographs. Subsequently, Systrom developed the X-Pro II filter that is still in use on Instagram today.

Here’s a famous quote by Kevin Systrom:

“Stay focused and work hard, and you will find success.” – Kevin Systrom

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22. Ted Turner

Founded Company	CNN
Founded In	1 June 1980
Net Worth	$2.6 Billion
Age	85 years
Industry	Multinational News Channel

This guy is a real character – they call him “The Mouth of the South” and “Captain Outrageous” for a reason!

Ted Turner was into the family outdoor advertising business and quickly became one of the top salespeople. When his father tried to sell the company in 1963, Turner stepped in and stopped the deal, taking over the business.

In 1970, Turner bought an Atlanta TV station and launched the Turner Broadcasting System, which would go on to include networks like TBS and CNN – the world’s first 24-hour cable news channel. 

But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Turner had his fair share of controversies, like when he started colorizing classic black-and-white movies, which really riled up some Hollywood heavyweights. But he never backed down, famously saying, “I wanted to do it, and they’re mine.”

Here’s a famous quote by Ted Turner:

“You can never quit. Winners never quit, and quitters never win.” – Ted Turner

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23. Adam Neumann

Founded Company	WeWork
Founded In	2010
Net Worth	$2.2 Billion
Age	45 years
Industry	Professional Services

This Israeli-American billionaire co-founded WeWork, the shared workspace company that captured the world’s attention.

Adam Neumann started his career in his late 20s. He started a shared workspace business called Green Desk with his business partner Miguel McKelvey.

Further Neumann and McKelvey took that concept and launched WeWork. They had a vision of creating a sense of community and belonging that Neumann felt was lacking in the traditional office environment. 

WeWork grew rapidly, expanding to hundreds of locations around the world and attracting billions in investment from the likes of SoftBank.

Moreover, in 2022, he launched a new venture called Flow, which aims to “solve loneliness” by turning people’s homes into a hub for remote work and community.

Here’s a famous quote by Adam Neumann:

“Don’t wait for the perfect opportunity. Just create one.” – Adam Neumann

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24. Ritesh Agarwal

Founded Company	OYO
Founded In	2012
Net Worth	$2.1 Billion
Age	30 years
Industry	Online Marketplace

This Indian founder is well-known for his unique and successful business startup. Ritesh Agarwal founded OYO Rooms, which is India’s largest hospitality company that offers budget-friendly accommodation. 

At the age of 17, Agarwal launched his first venture, Oravel Stays, an online platform that aggregated budget hotels and guesthouses. 

The company was accepted into the Venture Nursery accelerator program, and in 2013, Agarwal became the first Indian to be selected for the prestigious Thiel Fellowship, receiving a $100,000 grant.

Agarwal then pivoted Oravel Stays into OYO Rooms. OYO Rooms partners with budget hotels and guesthouses, providing them with training, technology, and operational support to improve their quality and amenities.

Here’s a famous quote by Ritesh Agarwal:

“Start small, nail it and then make it big.” – Ritesh Agarwal

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25. Rihanna

Founded Company	Fenty Beauty
Founded In	8 September 2017
Net Worth	$1.4 Billion
Age	36 years
Industry	Beauty and Cosmetics

Rihanna’s entrepreneurial journey began with her music career, but she has expanded into various other industries. 

In 2006, she signed a deal with CoverGirl to become the face of the brand, and in 2014, she launched her own cosmetics line, Fenty Beauty. The brand quickly became a huge success, with makeup enthusiasts praising its inclusive range of shades and innovative products.

Further, in 2017, Rihanna expanded her fashion empire with the launch of her lingerie line, Savage x Fenty. The brand has received widespread acclaim for its inclusive sizing options. 

In addition, she has also launched a ready-to-wear fashion line, Fenty, in partnership with LVMH, the world’s largest luxury goods conglomerate.

Here’s a famous quote by Rihanna:

“I always believed that when you follow your heart or your gut, when you really follow the things that feel great to you, you can never lose.” – Rihanna

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26. Beyoncé

Founded Company	IVY Park
Founded In	31 March 2016
Net Worth	$800 Million
Age	42 years
Industry	Athleisure clothing

Beyoncé is a world-famous musician and she started her entrepreneurial journey with Parkwood Entertainment.

Born on September 4, 1981, in Houston, Texas, Beyoncé has built a business empire that has transformed various industries.

Parkwood Entertainment produces movies, music, and clothing. She has also launched her own fashion line, Ivy Park, and has partnered with various brands, including Pepsi and L’Oreal.

Moreover, Beyoncé’s net worth is estimated to be over $800 million, making her one of the richest self-made women in the world.

Here’s a famous quote by Beyoncé:

“Power’s not given to you. You have to take it.” – Beyoncé

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27. Adam D’Angelo

Founded Company	Quora
Founded In	25 June 2009
Net Worth	$600 Million
Age	39 years
Industry	Social question-and-answer website

Adam D’Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of the world’s #1 Q&A platform Quora, which he co-founded with Charlie Cheever in 2009.

D’Angelo joined Facebook shortly after its launch in 2004, serving as its chief technology officer (CTO) from 2006 to 2008 and vice president of engineering until 2008. 

In 2009, D’Angelo co-founded Quora, which has since become one of the largest question-and-answer platforms on the internet, connecting millions of users worldwide.

He has also invested in various other companies, including Instagram, Asana, and Lunchclub, a networking platform using artificial intelligence.

Here’s the famous quote by Adam D’Angelo

Focus on the long term, and always do what’s right to grow the company and not make short-term decisions. And outlast everyone one. – Adam D’Angelo

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28. Ratan Tata

Founded Company	Tata Industries
Founded In	1968
Net Worth	$500 Million
Age	86 years
Industry	Automobiles

Ratan Tata is one of the most respected and successful entrepreneurs from India. 

Ratan Tata joined the Tata Group in 1962, initially working at Tata Steel. He gained valuable experience and knowledge while working on the shop floor, handling blast furnaces, and shovelling limestone.

Further, he oversaw the Tata Group’s expansion into new markets, including the acquisition of Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Tea.

He also received Padma Bhushan, CNN-IBN Indian of the Year in Business, Padma Vibhushan, and more. 

The Tata brand represents trust. From salt to cars to jewellery, the Tata Group handles a ton of products, and millions of people in India blindly trust the “Tata brand”.

Here’s a famous quote by Ratan Tata:

“If a founder has passion and innovation, he needs to be supported. I am more intuitive than a numbers person, and I recognize that not all investments are going to be positive. Some may fail, and some may have problems for other reasons. That is life.” – Ratan Tata

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29. Vera Wang

Founded Company	Vera Wang Bridal House
Founded In	1990
Net Worth	$500 Million
Age	74 years
Industry	Fashion

Vera Wang is known for her iconic bridal gowns and lifestyle brand. 

Vera’s started her career when she left Vogue to join Ralph Lauren as the director of accessories. Two years later, she decided to pursue her own dress design venture, which would eventually become the iconic bridal brand we know today. 

In 1990, Wang opened her first boutique on Madison Avenue, carrying both eveningwear and bridal gowns. 

The brand quickly expanded to include jewellery, eyewear, and homeware, and today, Vera Wang is a global lifestyle brand with a presence in over 100 countries.

Here’s a famous quote by Vera Wang:

“Success isn’t about the end result, it’s about what you learn along the way.” – Vera Wang

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30. Daymond John

Founded Company	The FUBU Foundation
Founded In	1997
Net Worth	$350 million
Age	55 years
Industry	Fashion Industry

Daymond John is a true icon of the business world and his journey is quite inspiring. 

Daymond started FUBU (For Us, By Us) with his childhood friends. FUBU was a streetwear brand that catered focused on the African-American community.

With a very small budget, Daymond and his partners started sewing hats and t-shirts. But it was their innovative marketing strategy that really set FUBU apart. 

They started giving away free merchandise to influential figures in the hip-hop scene, which helped the brand gain traction and visibility. Soon after FUBU became a global phenomenon with annual sales reaching $350 million.

Here’s a famous quote by Daymond John:

“The only thing that’s keeping you from getting what you want is the story you keep telling yourself.” – Daymond John

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31. Jessica Alba

Founded Company	The Honest Company
Founded In	2012
Net Worth	$300 Million
Age	43 years
Industry	Beauty and Goods

Jessica Alba is a renowned entrepreneur, actress, and businesswoman known for her successful venture, The Honest Company. 

After her success in the television industry, Alba co-founded The Honest Company in 2011. It is a consumer goods company that offers eco-friendly and sustainable products for families. 

The company started with a focus on baby care and personal care products but has since expanded to include household and wellness products. The Honest Company has become a successful brand, with a valuation of over $1 billion.

She has also been an advocate for gender equality and the inclusion of women in leadership roles.

She has earned numerous awards and recognition, including being named one of the most influential people in the world by TIME magazine.

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Final Thoughts: As of 2025, Elon Musk Is The Most Famous Entrepreneur

So, here we are with 31 famous entrepreneurs who have literally shaped the business landscape.

Visionaries like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Steve Jobs have always been ideal to new entrepreneurs.

The common things you will see with these entrepreneurs are risk-taking ability, game-changing innovation and vision!

That’s all with these giant names as an entrepreneur. 

Who do you think is the most famous entrepreneur in the world? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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FAQs | Greatest Entrepreneurs of All Time

Here are some interesting questions about the world’s most famous entrepreneurs.