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Famous Entrepreneurs S-Z
An alphabetical listing of famous entrepreneurs with last names beginning with the letters S-Z.
Donald Trump - Billionaire Real Estate Tycoon and Host of The Apprentice
With a long list of accomplishments and assets in real estate development, hospitality and entertainment, the outspoken star and producer of "The Apprentice" is one of the world's most famous entrepreneurs. With his rollercoaster track record, he demonstrates one of the most important entrepreneurial traits: the ability to stand back up when you fall down.
Madame C. J. Walker - First Female African-American Millionaire
The daughter of former slaves, orphaned at the age of seven, Walker built a thriving beauty products business in the early 20th century, eventually employing over 3,000 people. Her hard work, honest business dealings and quality products led her to become the first self-made female African-American millionaire.
Oprah Winfrey - About.com Readers' Most Admired Entrepreneur
In our ongoing poll, About.com asked readers to select the entrepreneur they most admired. Was it Bill Gates? Richard Branson? Donald Trump? Nope -- Oprah Winfrey stood out head and shoulders above the rest. Read Oprah's story and some of the things that make her so admirable.