Born in Milan in 1935, Leonardo worked in steel factory from age 14. Founded Luxottica in 1961, combining "luce" (light) and "ottica" (optics). Started as glass parts manufacturer, later expanded to complete assembly
Quantum-class cruise ship with 4,180 double and 4,905 maximum passengers. Length ranges from 41.2m to 48.9m. Features diesel-electric propulsion with two Azipod XO thrusters
Founded in 1979 by Bernie Goldhirsh in Boston. First featured Steve Jobs on cover in 1981. Initially published Inc. 100 ranking, later expanded to Inc. 500
Sara Blakely founded Spanx in Atlanta after struggling to find suitable pantyhose. She invested $5,000 and developed unique waistband designs for different sizes. The brand name "Spanks" was created by replacing "ks" with an "x". Oprah Winfrey endorsed the product in 2000, gaining significant marketing attention
Ray Kroc was born in 1902 in Illinois and worked as a Red Cross driver during World War I. He later became a jazz pianist and worked for the Lily Tulip Cup Company. His first business failure occurred in Florida, leaving him cold and without money
Starbucks was founded in 1971 by three college friends in Seattle's Pike Place Market. Initially sold specialty items including coffee beans and brewing equipment. Company name derived from Herman Melville's "Moby-Dick"