Richard M. DeVos

Richard M. DeVos was a renowned entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist, best known as the co-founder of the global direct selling company Amway. Born on March 4, 1926, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, DeVos built a successful business empire alongside his partner Jay Van Andel. His innovative approach to business and dedication to empowering entrepreneurs helped Amway grow into one of the world’s largest privately-owned companies.

Throughout his life, Richard DeVos focused on promoting the principles of free enterprise, personal responsibility, and leadership. Beyond his business achievements, he was deeply involved in philanthropy, supporting various educational, health, and community initiatives. DeVos also authored several books sharing his insights on business success and the mindset needed for achieving personal and professional goals.

One of Richard M. DeVos’s notable quotes is: "Good business leaders create a vision, articulate the vision, passionately own the vision, and relentlessly drive it to completion." He also emphasized the value of perseverance, stating, "Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds." These quotes reflect his belief in vision, determination, and resilience as keys to lasting success.