August 01

Henry Silverman (born 1940) is an American entrepreneur and corporate leader best known for founding Cendant Corporation. He began his career at a travel company and expanded his vision to create one of the world's largest service providers in travel, hospitality, and real estate. Under his leadership, Cendant pursued aggressive growth through acquisitions, shaping the modern landscape of corporate consolidation. Silverman's strategic approach transformed small regional businesses into a global powerhouse. He navigated complex mergers and oversaw significant organizational restructuring. His influence on the service industry continues to be felt today.

Dmitry Nikolayevich Filippov (1944–1998) was a Russian banker and politician active during the country's post-Soviet transition. He held senior roles in major banking institutions, overseeing financial operations amid economic upheaval. Filippov later entered politics, advocating for banking reforms and market-oriented policies to stabilize the emerging capitalist economy. He worked on legislation aimed at modernizing Russia's financial system and protecting depositors. His career reflected the challenges and opportunities of Russia's shift from a planned economy. Filippov's abrupt death in 1998 cut short his efforts to shape the nation's banking landscape.

Avi Arad is an Israeli-American film producer who played a pivotal role in launching Marvel Studios in the 1990s. Born in 1948, he transitioned from toy manufacturing to entertainment and secured film rights to Marvel Comics properties. Arad oversaw the production of early blockbuster adaptations such as 'X-Men' and 'Spider-Man'. He later founded Arad Productions, producing films across various franchises and genres. Arad’s vision helped establish the modern superhero film era.