July 16

Wilfrid Hamel was born in 1895 and became a prominent figure in Quebec City’s civic life. Leveraging his background in business, he entered municipal politics and was elected the 35th Mayor. During his tenure, he championed infrastructure development and urban modernization projects. Hamel worked to improve public services and foster economic growth in the city. His leadership helped shape modern Quebec City’s identity. He remained active in public service and community affairs until his passing in 1968.

Orville Redenbacher (1907–1995) was an American farmer and businessman who transformed the popcorn industry with his namesake brand. A skilled agronomist, he developed a hybrid popcorn strain that popped larger, fluffier kernels. In 1970, Redenbacher launched his premium popcorn nationwide, featuring himself in the iconic bow tie and glasses that became brand trademarks. His marketing charm and commitment to quality made Orville Redenbacher's popcorn a household favorite. He remained actively involved in product development and public outreach until his unexpected death from a heart attack during a flight. Redenbacher's legacy endures in every bowl of gourmet popcorn enjoyed today.

Julian A. Brodsky was born on July 16, 1933, and graduated from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. In 1963, he partnered with Ralph Roberts and Daniel Aaron to form American Cable Systems, later renamed Comcast. Under his leadership, Comcast grew from a small local operator to a global telecommunications leader. Brodsky served as vice chairman and director, guiding major expansions and acquisitions. He also championed philanthropic efforts in education and healthcare. His vision helped shape modern media distribution.

Larry Sanger (born July 16, 1968) is an American philosopher and entrepreneur. He earned his Ph.D. in philosophy from Ohio State University, specializing in epistemology. In 2001, he co-founded Wikipedia, helping to launch one of the world's largest online encyclopedias. In 2006, he founded Citizendium to promote expert-reviewed collaborative knowledge. Sanger has written extensively on issues of knowledge accuracy and digital ethics. He frequently speaks internationally on the future of online knowledge projects.

Michael Searle (born July 16, 1968) is an Australian former rugby league player and businessman. He competed in professional rugby league competitions during the late 1980s and early 1990s. After retiring from the sport, Searle transitioned into business ventures within the sports industry. He has been involved in sports marketing and club management. His off-field work has contributed to the growth and promotion of rugby league in Australia. Searle is recognized for his leadership and entrepreneurship in sports.

Robert Sherman (born July 16, 1968) is an American songwriter and entrepreneur in the music industry. He has written songs across various genres and collaborated with numerous artists. Beyond his songwriting career, Sherman founded and managed music publishing ventures. His work combines creative composition with business acumen. He continues to influence the music scene through new media and production initiatives.