The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Nicky Oppenheimer
- Diamonds are intrinsically worthless, except for the deep psychological need they fill.
- It is only through developing and maximizing all its natural resources that a sustainable future for Africa and its people can be secured.
- Diamonds are a key component in the campaign to make poverty history.
- It’s much nicer to be known as Mr. Nice Guy than Mr. Nasty Guy. But you’ve got to have lines – and when you hit the line, that’s the end of the story, nice guy or not.
- America is a country of entrepreneurship and great business leaders.
- We all need to become more customer-focused and recognize the power of marketing to sell more diamonds.
- The Kimberley Process is not a perfect construct, and it is necessary now to re-double efforts to address its remaining shortcomings and strengthen its provisions.
- I am one of the affluent rich living the good life. But I like to think that I am doing my bit to resolve the problems of Africa and am certainly committed to Africa in the long run.
- I am an African. I live there and my children live there, and as far as I understand, they intend to go on living there.
- The army taught me to sign my name very quickly, and that’s stood me in good stead the rest of my life.
Nicky Oppenheimer, born on June 8, 1945, is a South African billionaire businessman known for his significant impact on the diamond industry. He is the former chairman of De Beers Consolidated Mines and its subsidiary, the Diamond Trading Company.
Oppenheimer’s family has been deeply involved in the diamond trade for generations, with his grandfather, Ernest Oppenheimer, having founded Anglo American Corporation and played a pivotal role in De Beers’ rise to global prominence. Nicky joined De Beers in 1968, gradually rising through the ranks to lead the company.
Under his leadership, De Beers maintained its position as the world’s largest diamond producer. In 2012, Oppenheimer sold his family’s 40% stake in De Beers to Anglo American for $5.1 billion, ending an 85-year family ownership. Known for his philanthropic efforts, he has contributed significantly to education and conservation in Africa through the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust and other initiatives.
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