May 24

Vince McMahon Sr. was a pioneering wrestling promoter who established the Capitol Wrestling Corporation. Born in 1914, he expanded regional wrestling into a national entertainment phenomenon. His vision and promotional strategies laid the groundwork for what became the World Wide Wrestling Federation. McMahon Sr emphasized television exposure and talent development to captivate audiences. Under his leadership, his promotion introduced iconic wrestlers and groundbreaking events. His entrepreneurial spirit continues through the global success of WWE.

Born in 1920, Raymond V. Haysbert served in World War II before joining Parks Sausage Company in 1948. He rose to become president and CEO, overseeing significant growth and expansion until his retirement in 1991. Haysbert co-founded the Black Economic Union to support minority-owned enterprises and championed fair employment practices. He served on corporate boards and was an active leader in community and civic organizations. His legacy includes mentorship of emerging entrepreneurs and lasting contributions to economic opportunity for African Americans.

Born in 1930, Hakim Ali Zardari entered politics through the Pakistan Peoples Party and was elected to the Senate, later serving as Federal Minister for Capital Administration. He expanded his family's landholdings and business interests alongside his political career. Zardari was known for his influence in Sindh and mentorship of local leaders. He was the patriarch of the Zardari family, including his son Asif Ali Zardari, who became Pakistan's president. His contributions to regional politics and development endured until his death in 2011.

Mahafarid Amir Khosravi (1969–2014) was an influential Iranian entrepreneur. He built a diverse business empire spanning real estate and commodities trading. In the early 2010s, he became involved in one of the country’s largest embezzlement investigations. Following a high-profile trial, he was convicted of corruption charges. His case drew widespread attention to financial transparency in Iran. Khosravi’s downfall remains a cautionary tale about power and accountability.