June 11

John Moore was born on June 11, 1620, in London, England. He built a successful career as a merchant in the City of London's thriving trade community. Moore held several prominent positions within the Worshipful Company of Drapers, reflecting his influence among the city's guilds. In 1681, he was elected Lord Mayor of London, overseeing municipal governance during a period of political tension under King Charles II. Later, he sat in Parliament, representing the interests of London’s merchants and citizens. Moore's leadership helped shape the commercial and civic landscape of late Stuart London.

François-Louis Cailler (1796–1852) was a Swiss chocolatier and entrepreneur who established the first mechanized chocolate factory in Vevey, Switzerland, in 1819. His innovations in combining cocoa, milk, and sugar enabled the creation of smooth, solid milk chocolate, setting new standards for quality and taste. The Cailler brand quickly gained popularity for its rich flavors and craftsmanship. Cailler's methods laid the foundation for Switzerland's world-renowned chocolate industry and influenced subsequent developments by major manufacturers. His legacy endures in one of the oldest chocolate brands still in operation today.

Kiichiro Toyoda was born in 1894 and succeeded his father as head of the Toyoda family business. He transformed a weaving machine company into the Toyota Motor Corporation in 1937. Under his leadership, Toyota adopted innovative production methods that evolved into the famed Toyota Production System. Toyoda emphasized quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement, laying the groundwork for the company’s global success. He navigated challenges during World War II and postwar recovery, ensuring the firm’s survival. His vision turned Toyota into one of the world’s largest and most respected automakers.

Born into the prominent Sainsbury family in 1932, Tim Sainsbury joined the family supermarket business and oversaw its national expansion. He entered politics as a Conservative MP and was appointed Minister of State for Trade, promoting British exports and negotiating trade agreements. Sainsbury played a pivotal role in modernizing retail operations by introducing new technologies and customer service standards. After leaving government, he returned to the Sainsbury board and supported educational and cultural charities, including the National Portrait Gallery. He has been recognized for his contributions to both business and public service and continues to serve on corporate and non-profit boards, bridging commerce and government.