Nik Powell
Businessman & co-founder of Virgin Group
Born
Died
2019
7 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Co-founded Virgin Group, a global conglomerate that began as a record label. Established a reputation in the music industry with Virgin Records, which signed major artists and released numerous successful albums. Expanded the brand into various sectors including travel, telecommunications, and space tourism. Instrumental in developing Virgin Atlantic Airways, which became a significant player in the airline industry. Launched multiple ventures that contributed to the growth of the Virgin brand worldwide.
Co-founded Virgin Group
Launched Virgin Atlantic Airways
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