John Davison Rockefeller

John Davison Rockefeller was born in Richmond, New York, in 1839.

Young Rockefeller

In 1863, Rockefeller, together with his partner Samuel Andrews, founded his first oil- processing factory

In 1864, Rockefeller married Laura Celestia "Cettie" Spelman.
They had four daughters and one son together.
He said later, "Her judgment was always better than mine. Without her keen advice, I would be a poor man."

John Rockefeller with his son

Standard Oil in Cleveland

Coupon of Standard Oil

This caricature- company Standard Oil

By 1877, Rockefeller controlled 90% of American oil processing

16 railway companies, 6 steel-casting companies, 9 real estate agenscies, 6 steamship companies, 9 banks, 3 orange groves belonged to Rockefeller!
It is incredible, isn’t it?

Rockefeller’s foundations and corporations

Philanthropy
As Rockefeller's wealth grew, so did his giving, primarily to educational and public health causes, but also for basic science and the arts.

On May 23, 1937, John Davison Rockefeller died from a heart attack.

Some tips from Rockefeller
1. Lower your costs
2. When the market is turning against you, move on.
3. Vertical integration is a hallmark among many strong companies.
4. Patience is key.

Kaykut estate - the residence of four generations of the Rockefeller

Famous John D. Rockefeller Quotes
“Singleness of purpose is essential for success in life.”
“I think it is a man’s duty to make all the money he can, keep all that he can and give away all that he can.”

“I have always tried to turn every disaster into an opportunity.”

“The secret of success is to do the common things uncommonly well.”
J.D. Rockefeller