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Famous Welsh Business

Many world famous businesspeople have surprisingly either come from Wales or have important Welsh connections. Some have incredible stories, most have quietly got on with business making changes that affect millions but few know their names. Entrepreneurs with Welsh connections include Laura Ashley, Charles Rolls, J.P. Morgan, Sir Howard Stringer and many many more!

Jack Daniel, business man with a Welsh connection!

Jack Daniel Creator of the famous Bourbon.

Idwal Williams, business man with a connection to Wales (Cardiff)

Idwal Williams Ship owner, 'Graig Shipping'.

Richard Street, business man with a Welsh connection!

Richard Street Ship owner, founder of 'The South American Saint Line'.

John Morgan, business man with a Welsh connection!

John Morgan Wealthiest man in the world in 1900.

Huw Wheldon, business man with a connection to Wales (Snowdonia)

Huw Wheldon Head of the BBC during the sixties.

Bob Evans, business man with a Welsh connection!

Bob Evans Famous Restaurant Entrepreneur.

Mike Slocombe, business man with a connection to Wales (Cardiff)

Mike Slocombe Once listed in 'Internet Magazine' as one of the top fifty most important people on the web! Author (www.max-hits.net) and runs one of…

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