Heinrich Villiger

Heinrich Villiger

entrepreneur Switzerland

Heinrich Villiger was a Swiss entrepreneur and the owner of the largest cigar factory in Switzerland, known for his dedication and hands-on approach to the business. He worked tirelessly for over 75 years, often putting in ten-hour days, and was respected by his employees for his personal involvement in quality control. Born in 1930 into a tobacco dynasty, he initially had aspirations to study German literature, but his father guided him into the family business. Under his leadership, the Villiger Group became a major player in the international cigar market, producing around a billion cigars per year and exporting to over 80 countries. Villiger passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and commitment to the tobacco industry.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
8,219
Power
665$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 9.00 0.09% +0% 8,654,622 8,219 $700,000 665$
Totals 1 8,654,622 8,219 $700,000 665$
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