According to Forbes Magazine, Indiana is home to three billionaires.
William Cook #170
73 , self made
Source: medical devices
Net Worth: $3.2 bil –
Country of citizenship: United States
Residence: Bloomington, IN, United States
Industry: Health Care
Marital Status: married , 1 child
Northwestern University, Bachelor of Arts / Science
Melvin Simon #355
78 , self made
Source: real estate
Net Worth: $1.9 bil up
Country of citizenship: United States
Residence: Indianapolis, IN, United States
Industry: Real Estate
Marital Status: married, 4 children
Dean White #507
81, inherited and growing
Source: billboards, hotels
Net Worth: $1.3 bil up
Country of citizenship: United States
Residence: Crown Point, IN, United States
Industry: Service
Marital Status: married, 4 children
US Merchant Marine Academy, Bachelor of Arts / Science
I work for the richest man in my state. 3.2bn, he made by founding the company where I work. The other remaining founder of the company has made it onto the list as well at 1.5bn. I didn’t realize they were both in the billionaire’s club.