April 06

Joseph Medill co-owned and edited the Chicago Tribune, transforming it into one of America's leading newspapers. Elected mayor in 1871, he guided Chicago's recovery following the Great Fire and championed municipal reform. A strong advocate for Republican policies, he supported Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War era. Medill used his platform to influence public opinion and promote progressive civic improvements such as urban sanitation. His legacy endures in Chicago's rebuilt skyline and vibrant journalistic traditions.

Born in 1890 in Java, Anthony Fokker taught himself to fly and built his first aircraft at age 19. He founded the Fokker Aircraft Company in Germany in 1912, producing the famous Fokker Eindecker fighters used in World War I. His innovative designs, including synchronized machine-gun mounts, revolutionized aerial combat. After the war, Fokker returned to the Netherlands and established a successful commercial airline manufacturing business. His company pioneered passenger aircraft like the Fokker F.VII, connecting cities across Europe and America. Despite setbacks including a devastating factory fire and changing aviation markets, Fokker's contributions left a lasting legacy. He died in 1939, but his name remains synonymous with early aviation innovation.

Born in 1892 in Brooklyn, New York, Donald Wills Douglas Sr. earned an aeronautical engineering degree from MIT. In 1921, he founded the Douglas Aircraft Company, developing pioneering civilian and military planes such as the DC series and the SBD Dauntless dive bomber. Under his leadership, Douglas Aircraft became one of the largest aerospace manufacturers in the world, delivering thousands of aircraft during World War II. He emphasized rigorous engineering standards and innovation in design, influencing modern air travel. After the war, the company continued to dominate commercial aviation with the DC-3 and DC-8 airliners. Douglas remained active as chairman and president until the company's merger into McDonnell Douglas in 1967. He is remembered as a visionary whose work transformed air transportation and defense.

John Sculley began his career at PepsiCo, rising to become senior vice president of marketing with campaigns like The Pepsi Challenge. In 1983, he joined Apple Inc. as CEO, steering the company through rapid expansion and launching iconic products such as the Macintosh. His marketing vision helped define Apple's brand identity during a pivotal era in personal computing. After departing Apple in 1993, he co-founded Zeta Interactive, a pioneer in digital marketing services. Sculley has since invested in health care startups and served on numerous corporate boards. His leadership decisions continue to be studied in business schools around the world.

Ng Ser Miang represented Singapore in the 1976 Montreal Olympics as a competitive sailor before transitioning to a successful business career in shipping and logistics. He served as Singapore’s Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein, promoting trade and cultural ties. An influential sports administrator, Ng chaired the Singapore Sports Council and was elected to the International Olympic Committee in 1993, becoming a Vice-President in 2012. His leadership has shaped Olympic initiatives and youth sports development in Asia. Recognized for his contributions to sports diplomacy and commerce, he holds several international honors.

Lord Frederick Windsor was born on April 6, 1979 in London, England. The son of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, he is a great-grandson of King George V. Windsor studied at Eton College and the University of Edinburgh before pursuing journalism. He has written for publications like Town & Country and worked in private banking. In 2009, he married actress Sophie Winkleman and continues to balance his roles in journalism and finance.