businesspeople

"For years, Dalston has been home to monsters--and not just the property developers who own the area. Out of the holes dug for new blocks of flats, huge beasts began to emerge. Gangs formed, territorial battles ensued... and now two friends must fight for their lives as they discover the true depths of Dalston's darkest secret"--Back cover.

Presents a biography of Richard Branson focusing on his success in business.

A brief biography of late nineteenth-century African-American businesswoman and banker, Maggie L. Walker, who dedicated her life to the equality of the races and helping Africa-Americans to start their own businesses.

In this title, unwrap the life of jelly pioneers the Smucker family! Readers will follow the Smuckers' journey as the family's products advanced from apple cider and apple butter to jams, jellies, peanut butter, and even coffee! Learn about the family's Basic Beliefs and its commitment to family values in its business and advertising.

In this title, unwrap the life of food manufacturer Nestl?! Readers will follow the Nestl? success story from Henri Nestl?'s start as a pharmacist making nutritious cereal for babies to the company's current position as the world's largest food and beverage company.

Discusses the childhood and early life of S. Truett Cathy and traces the development of his business, Chick-fil-A.

Discusses the childhood and early life of Henry John Heinz and traces the development of his business, H.J. Heinz Company.

Text and color illustrations explore the life and career of Levi Strauss, who founded the first company to manufacture blue jeans.

Profiles two compelling portraits of the Krocs: Ray, the struggling salesman with a vision that later became the fast food chain, McDonald's, and Joan, the philanthrop ist, activist, and proponent of the peace movement who later became his wife.

"What if there was a way to combine the stability of a day job with the excitment of a startup? All of the benefits of entrepreneurship with none of the pitfalls? In the '10% Entrepreneur,' Patrick McGinnis show you how, by investing just 10% of your time and resources, you can become an entrepreneur without losing a steady paycheck"--Jacket flap.