Wayne Huizenga

Businessman, founded AutoNation

Wayne Huizenga - Businessman, founded AutoNation
Born

December 29th, 1937
87 years ago

Died

2018
7 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Business Leaders

Country

United States

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An American businessman founded AutoNation, a major automotive retailer. Huizenga also established Waste Management, Inc., turning it into one of the largest waste collection companies in the United States. In the world of sports, Huizenga owned the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League and was a co-owner of the Florida Marlins baseball team. Under his ownership, the Marlins won the World Series in 1997. His business ventures extended to the entertainment industry as well, co-founding Blockbuster Video, which became a leader in video rental services in the 1990s. Throughout a successful career, Huizenga’s entrepreneurial efforts significantly influenced these industries.

Founded AutoNation, major automotive retailer

Turned Waste Management, Inc. into a leader

Owned Miami Dolphins and Florida Marlins

Helped Marlins win the 1997 World Series

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