Ingvar Kamprad (founder of IKEA)

Ingvar Kamprad was a Swedish entrepreneur and the founder of IKEA, the global furniture and home goods retailer known for its modern design and affordability. Born in 1926, he started selling matches as a young boy and later expanded to furniture. Kamprad's innovative flat-pack concept revolutionized the industry, allowing customers to assemble their own furniture, reducing costs. His focus on efficiency and simplicity in design and business operations contributed to IKEA's immense popularity worldwide. Kamprad was also known for his frugality and down-to-earth lifestyle throughout his life. He passed away in 2018, leaving a lasting legacy.