32 Most Famous Entrepreneurs In The World: The 2025 Power List

“Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.” — Robert Collier.

Success always leaves clues — and some entrepreneurs are living proof of that!

Did you know that approximately 65% of startups fail within their first 10 years?

According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, about 20% of new businesses fail within the first year, and approximately 65% fail by the end of their tenth year.

However, those who overcome these challenges have created a lasting impact and made a difference while also generating financial returns. 

This article highlights 32 famous entrepreneurs worldwide who have achieved success and revolutionized their industries through innovative solutions.

Let’s take a look at these successful business entrepreneurs.

32 Most Famous Entrepreneurs In 2025: At a Glance

Rank	Entrepreneur	Company Name	Net Worth
1	Elon Musk	Tesla, SpaceX	$409 Billion
2	Larry Ellison	Oracle	$254 Billion
3	Mark Zuckerberg	Facebook	$240.6 Billion
4	Jeff Bezos	Amazon	$227.2 Billion
5	Larry Page	Google	$143.4 Billion
6	Sergey Brin	Google	$139.3 Billion
7	Steve Ballmer	Los Angeles Clippers	$137.4 Billion
8	Michael Dell	Dell	$117.2 Billion
9	Bill Gates	Microsoft	$116.6 Billion
10	Mukesh Ambani	Reliance, Jio	$107.8 Billion
11	Jack Ma	Alibaba	$26.1 Billion
12	Sam Walton	Wal-Mart	$23 Billion
13	Steve Jobs	Apple	$10.2 Billion
14	Brian Chesky	Airbnb	$9.1 Billion
15	Reed Hastings	Netflix	$6.7 Billion
16	Melanie Perkins	Canva	$5.8 Billion
17	Garrett Camp	Uber	$5.3 Billion
18	Jack Dorsey	Twitter	$4.0 Billion
19	Nithin Kamath	Zerodha	$3.9 Billion
20	Kevin Systrom	Instagram	$3.5 billion
21	Oprah Winfrey	Harpo Productions	$3.1 Billion
22	Richard Branson	Virgin Group	$2.8 Billion
23	Ted Turner	CNN	$2.8 Billion
24	Adam Neumann	WeWork	$2.2 Billion
25	Rihanna	Fenty Beauty	$1.0 Billion
26	Ratan Tata	Tata Industries	$951.81 Million
27	Beyoncé	IVY Park	$800 Million
28	Vera Wang	Vera Wang Bridal House	$650 Million
29	Adam D’Angelo	Quora	$600 Million
30	Jessica Alba	The Honest Company	$550 Million
31	Daymond John	FUBU Foundation	$350 Million
32	Ritesh Agarwal	OYO	$225 Million

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

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32 Most Successful Entrepreneurs of All Time | 2025

You had a look at the overview of the top 10. Now, look at 32 famous entrepreneurs who have significantly impacted the world.

1. Elon Musk

Founded Company	The Boring Company, Tesla, SpaceX
Founded In	2003
Net Worth	$409 Billion
Age	53 years
Industry	Automobiles

Here comes the real Iron Man and famous entrepreneur Elon Reeve Musk, 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 established X.com (PayPal). In 2004, Musk took over Tesla Motors. Parallel to Tesla, Musk co-founded SpaceX in 2002, with the intention of revolutionizing 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 $409 billion, making him 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. Larry Ellison

Founded Company	Oracle
Founded In	16 June 1977
Net Worth	$254 Billion
Age	80 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 management system. He achieved this by developing a relational database system 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, serving 430,000 customers across 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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3. Mark Zuckerberg

Founded Company	Facebook
Founded In	2004
Net Worth	$240.6 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 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 expanded to a global scale.

Facebook is undoubtedly the world’s most widely used social media platform, with users ranging from students to marketers to leaders worldwide. As of today, Facebook has over 3.07 billion active users monthly!

Mark Zuckerberg is one of the wealthiest people on the planet, with an estimated net worth of over $240.6 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. Jeff Bezos

Founded Company	Amazon, Blue Origin
Founded In	1994
Net Worth	$227.2 Billion
Age	61 years
Industry	E-commerce and technology

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

After graduating from Princeton University, he started Amazon.com, selling books across the US and 45 foreign countries within 30 days. Later, he also began delivering CDs, videos, clothes, electronics, toys, and more.

As Amazon grew, Bezos continued to diversify the company’s offerings, such as 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 $1.96 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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5. Larry Page

Founded Company	Google
Founded In	4 September 1998
Net Worth	$143.4 Billion
Age	52 years
Industry	Technology

Google co-founder Larry Page is among the most successful entrepreneurs in the world. 

In 1996, Page and Brin developed the foundation of the Google search engine. Their approach was PageRank, which utilized a system of ranking web pages based on relevance and quality, rather than the frequency of a particular word’s appearance on a page.

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

By the early 2000s, Google had become the dominant search engine on the internet, with over 9 billion daily queries.

Here is the famous quote by Larry Page.

Always deliver more than expected. ― Larry Page

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6. Sergey Brin

Founded Company	Google
Founded In	4 September 1998
Net Worth	$139.3 Billion
Age	51 years
Industry	Technology

Sergey Brin is one of the founders of Google, the world’s most popular search engine. He was born in Russia and moved to the U.S. with his family when he was a child. Sergey studied computers and met Larry Page at Stanford University.

Together, they created Google, which changed how people find information online.

Here is the quote by 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

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7. Steve Ballmer

Founded Company	Los Angeles Clipper Team (NBA)
Founded In	4 April 1975
Net Worth	$137.4 Billion
Age	68 years
Industry	Technology

Steven Anthony Ballmer is an American billionaire and entrepreneur who owns the Los Angeles Clippers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). Steve Ballmer is one of the most famous entrepreneurs today. 

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 among the wealthiest people in the world, with a net worth of over $137.4 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	$117.2 Billion
Age	60 years
Industry	Technology

In 1984, at 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 offered Dell 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 worldwide. He wants founders to find what moves them and then pursue 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. Bill Gates

Founded Company	Microsoft
Founded In	1975
Net Worth	$116.6 Billion
Age	69 years
Industry	Technology

Bill Gates is the most successful businessman in the world and the founder of Microsoft.

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 aggressive innovation, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. This helped the company expand its reach into various domains, such as web browsers, gaming consoles, and cloud computing services.

In 2000, he and his ex-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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10. Mukesh Ambani

Founded Company	Reliance Industries, Jio
Founded In	2007
Net Worth	$107.8 Billion
Age	68 years
Industry	Gas, telecom, retail, media, and financial services

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

Reliance Industries deals in various sectors, including petrochemicals, oil and gas, telecom, and retail. Ambani disrupted the Indian telecom provider category by introducing Jio, which offered huge data discounts and unlimited free calls to any network.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mukesh Ambani raised over $20 billion by selling a third 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 $107.8 billion as of 2025.

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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11. Jack Ma

Founded Company	Alibaba Group
Founded In	4 April 1999
Net Worth	$26.1 Billion
Age	60 years
Industry	eCommerce and Technology

Jack Ma founded Alibaba in 1999. Today, Alibaba is China’s biggest e-commerce company, selling billions of dollars worth of products monthly.

When he went to the United States in 1995 for business purposes, he encountered 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 $2.31 trillion.

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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12. Sam Walton

Founded Company	Walmart
Founded In	1962
Net Worth	$23 Billion
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 modern retail history. 

In 1945, he started with his first retail store, a Ben Franklin franchise. In 1962, Walton founded the first Walmart store in Rogers, Arkansas. His innovative business model centered around offering a wide range of low-quality merchandise, which he termed “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 education, environmental conservation, and community development initiatives. This foundation continues Walton’s legacy of supporting 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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13. Steve Jobs

Founded Company	Apple
Founded In	1 April 1976 – 5 October 2011
Net Worth	$10.2 Billion
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 $2.96 billion (as of 2025). 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 Pixar’s chairman and majority shareholder, an American computer animation film studio founded in 1986.

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

Sadly, in 2011, Jobs 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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14. Brian Chesky

Founded Company	Airbnb
Founded In	2007
Net Worth	$9.1 Billion
Age	43 years
Industry	Online Marketplace

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

Chesky and his roommate, Joe Gebbia, struggled to pay their rent and decided to open their home to short-term renters. This idea sparked the concept of Airbnb, eventually revolutionizing how 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 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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15. Reed Hastings

Founded Company	Netflix
Founded In	April 14, 1998
Net Worth	$6.7 Billion
Age	64 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 partnered with Marc Randolph to create a subscription-based DVD-by-mail service. 

Further, he recognized the potential of streaming technology early on and boldly decided 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. However, Hastings remained focused, and the company ultimately grew stronger.

Today, Netflix boasts over 301.6 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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16. Melanie Perkins

Founded Company	Canva
Founded In	2013
Net Worth	$5.8 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: 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 has also been named one of Australia’s most successful female founders 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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17. Garrett Camp

Founded Company	Uber
Founded In	March 2009
Net Worth	$5.3 Billion
Age	46 years
Industry	Delivery and Transportation

Garrett Camp co-founded Uber, a ride-hailing company that revolutionized the taxi industry. Uber 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 before going public in 2019, it became the highest-valued private startup in the world.

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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18. Jack Dorsey

Founded Company	Twitter
Founded In	21 March 2006
Net Worth	$4 Billion
Age	48 years
Industry	Software and Technology

Jack Patrick Dorsey is an American entrepreneur who was Twitter’s co-founder and former CEO, with a net worth of over $4 billion, according to Forbes. 

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

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

In 2006, Dorsey created 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 world’s most popular social media platforms.

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. Nithin Kamath

Founded Company	Zerodha
Founded In	15 August 2010
Net Worth	$3.9 Billion
Age	45 years
Industry	Trading and Finance

Nithin Kamath founded Zerodha in 2010. It is India’s leading discount brokerage company, used by more than 16 million customers. 

At the age of 17, he began trading stocks while working at a call center. He has worked for up to 12 brokerage businesses and noticed that the stockbroking industry has 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, focusing 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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20. Kevin Systrom

Founded Company	Instagram
Founded In	Oct. 6, 2010
Net Worth	$3.5 Billion
Age	41 years
Industry	Technology and Software

Kevin Systrom founded Instagram with Mike Krieger in 2010. 

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

Here’s a fun fact about Kevin: Under Kevin’s CEOship, Instagram became a fast-growing app with over 1 billion monthly users.

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. 

While on vacation in Mexico, he came up with the idea when his girlfriend refused to post her photos because they did not look good enough when taken with the iPhone 4 camera. 

The solution to the problem was to use filters, which effectively concealed the photographs’ qualitative inferiority. Subsequently, Systrom developed the X-Pro II filter, which is still used 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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21. Oprah Winfrey

Founded Company	The Oprah Winfrey Show
Founded In	1986
Net Worth	$3.1 Billion
Age	71 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 wealthiest 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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22. Richard Branson

Founded Company	Virgin Group Industries
Founded In	February 1970
Net Worth	$2.8 Billion
Age	74 years
Industry	Investment Company

Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson is best known as the founder of Virgin Group, which comprises 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 ventured into other industries, including telecommunications, financial services, and space travel.

He has an estimated net worth of over $2.8 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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23. Ted Turner

Founded Company	CNN
Founded In	1 June 1980
Net Worth	$2.8 Billion
Age	86 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 in 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 included 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 riled up some Hollywood heavyweights. But he never backed down, famously saying, “I wanted to do it, and they’re mine.”

Fun fact about Ted: According to Forbes, he is America’s third-largest individual landowner, with over 2 million acres.

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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24. Adam Neumann

Founded Company	WeWork
Founded In	2010
Net Worth	$2.2 Billion
Age	46 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 twenties. He and his business partner, Miguel McKelvey, started a shared workspace business called Green Desk.

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 worldwide and attracting billions in investment from 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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25. Rihanna

Founded Company	Fenty Beauty
Founded In	8 September 2017
Net Worth	$1 Billion
Age	37 years
Industry	Beauty and Cosmetics

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

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

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

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

Rihanna also holds an estimated 28% ownership stake in the Savage X Fenty lingerie brand.

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. Ratan Tata (Died: 9 October 2024)

Founded Company	Tata Industries
Founded In	1968
Net Worth	$951.81 Million
Age	Died: 9 October 2024 (age 86 years)
Industry	Automobiles

Ratan Tata was one of India’s most respected and successful entrepreneurs. 

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 shoveling limestone.

Further, he oversaw the Tata Group’s expansion into new markets, including acquiring 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 wide range 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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27. Beyoncé

Founded Company	IVY Park
Founded In	31 March 2016
Net Worth	$800 Million
Age	43 years
Industry	Athleisure clothing

Beyoncé is a world-famous musician who 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 wealthiest 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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28. Vera Wang

Founded Company	Vera Wang Bridal House
Founded In	1990
Net Worth	$650 Million
Age	75 years
Industry	Fashion

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

Vera started her career when she left Vogue to join Ralph Lauren as accessories director. Two years later, she decided to pursue her dress design venture, eventually becoming 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.

Fun fact: Vera Wang’s brand is licensed by Zales, Kohl’s, and David’s Bridal.

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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29. Adam D’Angelo

Founded Company	Quora
Founded In	25 June 2009
Net Worth	$600 Million
Age	40 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 online question-and-answer platforms, connecting over 400 million users worldwide.

He has also invested in other companies, including Instagram, Asana, and Lunchclub, an artificial intelligence-based networking platform.

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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30. Jessica Alba

Founded Company	The Honest Company
Founded In	2012
Net Worth	$550 Million
Age	44 years
Industry	Beauty and Goods

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

After 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 focusing on baby 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 advocated 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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31. Daymond John

Founded Company	The FUBU Foundation
Founded In	1997
Net Worth	$350 million
Age	56 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 to the African-American community.

With a tiny budget, Daymond and his partners started sewing hats and T-shirts. However, their innovative marketing strategy 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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32. Ritesh Agarwal

Founded Company	OYO
Founded In	2012
Net Worth	$225 Million
Age	31 years
Industry	Online Marketplace

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

At 17, Agarwal launched his first venture, Oravel Stays, an online platform aggregating 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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Final Thoughts: As of 2025, Elon Musk Is The top Entrepreneur In the world

So, here we are with 32 famous entrepreneurs who have shaped the business landscape.

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

The everyday 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.