Charoen Pokphand Group Company, Ltd. (CP) is Thailand's largest private company with investments in 21 countries. It owns Charoen Pokphand Foods, a global leader in agricultural produces, and operates Southeast Asia's largest retail business. In China, CP Group is known as 'Zhèng Dà' and is a major investor in the feed meal market, credited with influencing dietary habits and leading the green revolution.
ThyssenKrupp is a multinational conglomerate formed in 1999 from the merger of Thyssen AG and Krupp. It is a major steel producer and operates in various sectors including machinery, trains, elevators, and shipbuilding. The company has over 670 subsidiaries worldwide.
Carnival Cruise Line, a subsidiary of Carnival Corporation & plc, operates a fleet of 26 ships with a distinctive whale's tail logo. It is the largest cruise line based on annual passengers carried. A new ship is set to join the fleet in 2024 through a joint venture with Costa.
Founded in 1876, Henkel operates in Consumer Brands and Adhesive Technologies. It owns popular brands like Loctite, Persil, and Fa. In 2023, Henkel's sales reached 21.5 billion euros with 47,750 employees worldwide.
King Camp Gillette invented the bestselling safety razor with disposable blades, but did not originate the razor and blades business model.
Amway, short for 'American Way', is a leading American multi-level marketing company offering health, beauty, and home care products. Founded in 1959, it operates globally with reported sales of $8.9 billion in 2019. Despite being the largest MLM company by revenue, Amway has faced legal issues and investigations for alleged pyramid scheme practices in various countries, including settlements and fines.
James Donaldson, known as MrBeast, is a popular YouTuber with over 257 million subscribers. He is famous for his high-production videos, challenges, and giveaways. Donaldson is also a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, known for his various fundraising initiatives and successful YouTube channels.
Miranda May Kerr, born in 1983, gained fame as a Victoria's Secret Angel. She founded KORA Organics and authored a self-help book. Kerr, a successful model since age 13, has been featured on Forbes' highest earning models list. She was married to Orlando Bloom and is currently married to Evan Spiegel.
Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. is headquartered in Dallas, offering full-service restaurants, bars, and video arcades. With 156 locations in the US, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Ryanair Holdings PLC, founded in 1996, operates over 500 planes across 40 countries in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It has faced criticism for various business practices.
Red Lobster is a popular American restaurant chain with locations across the US, Canada, and several other countries. It was acquired by Golden Gate Capital in 2014 and later by Thai Union in 2020.
Whataburger, founded in 1950 in Texas, is now managed by BDT & MSD Partners. Known for A-framed buildings, it offers a variety of burgers and breakfast options.
Ticketmaster, based in Beverly Hills, merged with Live Nation in 2010. It operates globally, with fulfillment centers in West Virginia and Texas. The company faces controversies over ticket fees and has been under scrutiny by regulators and the Department of Justice.
Anglo American plc is the world's largest producer of platinum and a major producer of diamonds, copper, nickel, iron ore, polyhalite, and steelmaking coal. It operates in multiple continents and is listed on the London and Johannesburg Stock Exchanges.
Pernod Ricard is a renowned French company recognized for its anise-flavoured pastis apéritifs. It is the world's second-largest wine and spirits seller, offering a variety of pastis products.
Mondelez International, Inc., based in Chicago, operates in 160 countries. It was established in 2012, originating from Kraft Foods Inc. The company manufactures various snack foods, beverages, and confectionery products under popular brands like Oreo, Cadbury, and Tang.
Ryan Gosling is a Canadian actor with over $2 billion in worldwide film grosses. He has received a Golden Globe Award and multiple Oscar nominations. Gosling gained fame in The Mickey Mouse Club and achieved critical acclaim in films like The Notebook, Half Nelson, and La La Land. He is also a musician, restaurant owner, and philanthropist.
Nespresso, part of Nestlé Group, produces coffee capsules for espresso and coffee. The brand's machines are popular worldwide, with annual sales exceeding 3 billion Swiss francs.
Keller Williams Realty, commonly known as Keller Williams, is a prominent American real estate franchise founded in 1983. With over 1,100 offices and 200,000 associates globally, it is the largest real estate franchise in the United States by sales volume. Despite its success, Keller Williams is under scrutiny for potential cult-like activities during their office meetings and training sessions.
Blue Bottle Coffee, Inc. is a major player in third wave coffee, known for its focus on single-origin beans. In 2017, Nestlé acquired a majority stake in the company.