Who is Richard Branson?

What would you do with a billion dollars? Billionaire Richard Branson answers this question with a definitive answer: do everything! Born into a wealthy family in London, Branson suffered from dyslexia and was a poor student. However, his flair for business began early with a successful parrot breeding business at the age of 11. The charismatic entrepreneur launched his first major business, Virgin Records, at the age of 22 and spent the next few decades building the Virgin Group, which now comprises more than 400 companies. Known for his eccentric lifestyle and charismatic smile, Branson's hot air balloon rides, innovative leadership, and world record attempts have made him a global icon.