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“I'm sure there are managers who have had far greater financial success. But my companies such as easyJet have changed the lives of many people. We haven't just made flights affordable for a lot of people.”

Quote by Stelios Haji-Ioannou

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Stelios Haji-Ioannou

Stelios Haji-Ioannou, born on February 14, 1967, is an accomplished entrepreneur known for his innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, particularly in the aviation and travel industries. more

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