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Richard Branson

Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson is an English business magnate, best known as the founder and chairman of Virgin Group of more than 400 companies. His first business venture was a magazine called Student at the age of 16.

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What does Branson mean?

Actually, he's my boyfriend now... But the rest is still true. :)

The name Branson is Irish. Its a variation of Brandon. It means "Bran's son" or "sword" depending on your sources.

What business does Richard branson now own?

Hes known most for owning Virgin Blue (airline) and he also owns all other 'Virgin' companies.

When did Richard Branson launch Virgin Records?

inaugurated Virgin Records in 1973. Among the label's first releases was Mike Oldfield's album Tubular Bells, which topped the U.S. charts in 1974 and sold more than 13 million copies.

When did Richard Branson start showing entrepreneurial talents?

Branson overcame dyslexia as a child and began to show his entrepreneurial talents early.

When did Richard Branson start Virgin Mail?

After selling Student to a larger company in 1970, Branson started a mail-order record company, Virgin Mail. The following year he opened a retail store, which by 1972 had become a chain of 14 shops around the United Kingdom.

How did Richard Branson promote Virgin-Atlantic Airways?

To help promote the airline Branson began to raise his media profile by performing promotional stunts and feats of daring.

How did Richard branson make his first million?

Richard Branson started a magazine called student. After the 60s he took the money from student and invested in virgin records where he made his first million. Some of the musicians who recorded with virgin records were boy george and phil collins

Did Richard branson ever go bankrupt?

Yes twice he said making his first million is the best

What is Richard branson mission statement?

We are planning a global presence in travel, mobile communications, entertainment retailing and music

How much does Richard branson earn a minute?

No one particularly knows besides Brandson himself but it's got to be under $6,000 as Bill Gates the richest man on this plan mentioned that he earns $100 per every single second, earning him a whopping $6,000 per MINUET.

Did Richard branson go to college?

no, he wasnt good at school so he didnt bother

Does Richard branson have a religion?

He has stated he does not believe in God. - Richard Branson, Losing my Virginity, p. 239. Therefore, he is an atheist, that is he has no religion.

Does Richard Branson own a make up company?

Yes. The company is called Virgin Vie. There is an online retailer as well as some brick and mortar establishments. The company is actually held by Sir Richard's company, Virgin Group Limited.

What was Richard Branson first Job?

Sir Richards first job was when he was 16 and published The Student