Diane Hendricks: Playboy Bunny to Billionaire
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Diane Hendricks, now 76, has an extraordinary story of triumph over adversity, making her the richest woman entrepreneur in American history, according to Forbes Magazine. Starting at the age of 17, Hendricks became a mother and worked as a Playboy Bunny in the 1960s to support herself. Despite facing tragic events such as the passing of her husband and battling cancer twice, she persevered and achieved remarkable success.
During her early years, Hendricks bought rundown houses, personally repaired them, and rented them out to college students. She even cleaned the toilets herself to save on maintenance costs. Today, she is listed among the top successful women entrepreneurs in the United States, with a net worth exceeding $15 billion.
In addition to her business accomplishments, Hendricks is also a respected Hollywood film producer, having worked on acclaimed movies like “The Professor” (2018) starring Johnny Depp and “The Stoning of Soraya M.”
Diane Hendricks co-founded ABC Supply, a major wholesale distributor of building supplies such as roofing, siding, and windows, with her late husband in 1982. After his tragic death in 2007, she assumed the role of chairman and led the company to significant milestones. Under Diane Hendricks leadership, ABC Supply completed two major acquisitions: the buyout of rival Bradco in 2010 and the merger with building materials distributor L&W Supply in 2016.
With over 900 branches nationwide, ABC Supply generated $18.5 billion in revenues in fiscal year 2022. Hendricks has held the title of the richest woman entrepreneur for six consecutive years, cementing her status as a formidable businesswoman and inspiring figure. Her story serves as a testament to the power of determination and resilience in achieving remarkable success.
Re-reported from the story originally published in India.com
