BIO (100 Words): Sir Richard Branson

Get to Know the Virgin Airlines Owner

Virgin Airlines owner, Sir Richard Branson, began his business career by founding a paper with youth-centered content, which he named, Student. Today, this brash and adventurous free spirit reigns in the business world and even made a cameo appearance in the Bond flick, Casino Royale!

His airline, which was launched in 1984, is known for its appealing marketing message, which evokes a fresh, sexy and ultra-modern vibe.


Branson runs his empire from London, England, although he recently announced plans to move Virgin Airlines headquarters to the USA. The vaulting ambitious of this famous tycoon is underscored by his desire to commercialize space travel. When it comes to entrepreneurial goals, Branson clearly believes that the sky isn’t the limit…