Amancio Ortega

Amancio Ortega is a pioneer of the fast-fashion model, building Zara into a global powerhouse....

Quick Facts

Born Birthplace Education
March 28, 1936 Busdongo de Arbas, León, Spain Left school at age 14
Nationality Net Worth Companies
Spanish $148B Inditex (Zara)

Biography

Amancio Ortega is a pioneer of the fast-fashion model, building Zara into a global powerhouse.

Career Milestones

  • Founded Confecciones GOA in 1963
  • Opened the first Zara store in 1975
  • Co-founded Inditex group, which went public in 2001
  • Built Zara into the world's largest fast-fashion retailer
  • Invested billions in real estate through Pontegadea

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Data Sources

Data from Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Amancio Ortega?

Amancio Ortega is a pioneer of the fast-fashion model, building Zara into a global powerhouse..

How did Amancio Ortega make their fortune?

Through Zara, building one of the most valuable companies in the world.

What is Amancio Ortega's net worth?

Amancio Ortega's estimated net worth is $148 billion, according to Forbes Real-Time Billionaires list.