Richard Branson is a British entrepreneur and founder of the Virgin Group, a conglomerate that controls more than 400 companies in various industries. Born in 1950, Branson started his first business venture at the age of 16 with a magazine called Student. He later founded Virgin Records in the 1970s, which became one of the top record labels in the world. Over the years, Branson expanded his brand into sectors like airlines (Virgin Atlantic), telecommunications, and even space tourism with Virgin Galactic. Known for his adventurous spirit and bold business strategies, Branson is also a philanthropist and advocate for social and environmental causes. His charismatic leadership and risk-taking attitude have made him a global icon of entrepreneurship.