Name: Richard DeVos
Fortune: Self Made (Alticor)
Net Worth: 3.4 Billion
Industry: Service
Billionaire World Rank: #200
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From Forbes:
"Cofounder, along with high school friend Jay Van Andel (d. 2004), of Amway, giant direct-seller of cosmetics, nutritional supplements. Pair started pushing all-purpose cleaner to friends in 1959; now more than 3 million salespeople generating $6 billion a year under Alticor name. Biggest market is Asia: China sales doubled in 2004. DeVos now retired, serves on board; second generation of both families in charge. Family also owns NBA's Orlando Magic."
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