Gary Fegel, founder and chairman of GMF Capital, built his fortune first in commodities at Glencore and then through a single-family office investing across private equity, real estate, media, technology, and alternative assets. Since launching GMF Capital in 2013, he has turned it into a broad global investment platform with interests ranging from aviation and infrastructure to digital media, combining trader instincts with long-term asset ownership. Known for a low public profile and highly diversified approach, Fegel has emerged as one of the more discreet billionaires in modern private investing.

Edward Glazer is a sports executive and investor best known as co-chairman of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a member of the Glazer family that controls Manchester United. He plays an active role in the Buccaneers’ business operations and fan-experience strategy, helping shape one of the NFL’s most commercially polished franchises, while also remaining tied to the family’s broader holdings, including First Allied Corporation. Low-profile but influential, Glazer sits at the center of a multigenerational empire spanning sports ownership, real estate, and philanthropy.

Mark Walter, cofounder and CEO of Guggenheim Partners, built one of the world’s largest and most diversified global investment firms, overseeing hundreds of billions in assets across insurance, asset management, and advisory services. A former attorney, Walter helped architect Guggenheim’s distinctive structure, combining long-duration insurance capital with alternative and fixed-income strategies. Beyond finance, he is widely known as the controlling owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he led a dramatic turnaround of the franchise, delivering multiple championships and setting new standards for investment in professional sports. Walter’s influence spans global finance, infrastructure, and elite sports ownership.

Howard Schultz, former longtime CEO and chairman emeritus of Starbucks, transformed a small Seattle coffee chain into a global brand with more than 35,000 stores worldwide. Inspired by Italy’s espresso culture, he built Starbucks into a company that blended premium coffee with community-driven “third place” experiences. Schultz became known not only for scaling the brand into a multibillion-dollar enterprise but also for his focus on employee benefits, ethical sourcing, and social responsibility. A visionary entrepreneur and occasional political voice, he remains one of the most influential figures in modern retail and consumer culture.

George Lucas, filmmaker and entrepreneur, redefined modern cinema with the creation of Star Wars and Indiana Jones, building two of the most successful franchises in history. Beyond directing and producing, he pioneered advances in visual effects and sound through Industrial Light & Magic and Skywalker Sound, setting new industry standards. In 2012, he sold Lucasfilm to Disney for $4.05 billion, cementing his legacy as both a creative visionary and shrewd businessman. Through the George Lucas Educational Foundation, he has also championed philanthropic efforts in innovative learning.

Len Blavatnik is a Ukrainian-born British-American businessman, investor, and philanthropist. He is the founder and chairman of Access Industries, a privately-held industrial group, and is known for his investments in diverse sectors including natural resources, media, telecommunications, and real estate.

Michael Dell is the founder and CEO of Dell Technologies, a multinational technology company known for its innovative products in the personal computing and enterprise solutions market. He is a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist with a significant impact on the tech industry.

Marc Benioff, cofounder, chairman, and CEO of Salesforce, revolutionized enterprise software by pioneering cloud-based CRM and turning Salesforce into one of the world’s most influential technology companies. A former Oracle executive, Benioff launched Salesforce in 1999 with a vision to deliver software as a service, transforming how businesses sell, market, and serve customers. Under his leadership, Salesforce expanded through relentless innovation and strategic acquisitions, becoming a global leader in enterprise cloud computing. Known for championing stakeholder capitalism, philanthropy, and social impact, Benioff combines bold technological vision with a distinctive moral voice in corporate leadership.

Mark Zuckerberg is an American technology entrepreneur best known for co-founding and leading Facebook, Inc. (now Meta Platforms, Inc.), one of the world's largest social media companies. As a pioneer of the social media revolution, Zuckerberg has had a profound impact on how people connect and communicate globally.

Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, is a pioneering entrepreneur who has revolutionized e-commerce and space travel. His business acumen, coupled with his significant philanthropic efforts, positions him as one of the most influential figures in the modern era.