U.S. History - Business Leaders Flashcards

1

This man became extremely wealthy because he used the Bessemer process to produce steel.

2

Standard Oil

3

Ray Kroc purchased this in 1961 and turned it into the world's 2nd largest fast-food chain.

4

This company revolutionized the automobile production industry in the U.S.

5

The world's largest computer software system company was created by ___.

6

His company, Standard Oil, controlled 90% of America's petroleum refineries in the 1880s.

7

Founder of a famous cosmetic company, with department store kiosks. (Also created "Makeovers")

8

Walmart

9

Microsoft

10

This man created the world's largest retail store chain.

11

McDonald's

12

U.S. Steel Corporation

U.S. History - Business Leaders