BILLIONAIRE - Print - The Ambition Issue (#40)

In this issue we delve into the nature of ambition—what drives it, where it comes from, and how it shapes extraordinary lives. From sports legends to billionaire entrepreneurs and visionary changemakers, this issue celebrates the relentless pursuit of purpose and progress.

We feature the remarkable story of South African golf icon Gary Player, whose early hardships helped forge his legendary grit and discipline. His daughter, Amanda-Leigh Player Hall, reflects on his journey from underdog to global sports hero, and the ongoing impact of the Gary and Vivienne Player Foundation.

Our foreword comes from Hong Kong-based Annabelle Bond OBE, who became the fastest woman climber in the world by scaling the highest peaks on all seven continents in just 360 days. Now a passionate ambassador for Laureus Sport for Good, she shares insights into using ambition for meaningful change.

Entrepreneurial brilliance also shines in this issue. Swiss billionaire Thomas Flohr, once rejected from flight training school, now owns a global fleet of over 80 private jets through his company VistaJet—and races Ferraris in his downtime. Meanwhile, American billionaire Andrew Berlin shares his rise from humble beginnings—doing every odd job imaginable—to becoming a powerhouse in the packaging industry.

But perhaps most compelling are those whose ambition is channeled into creating lasting impact. We spotlight inspirational individuals and families like Dereck and Beverly Joubert, celebrated wildlife filmmakers working to protect Africa’s big cats; the Kohler family of Wisconsin, who support emerging artists through a unique residency program; and British entrepreneur Tony Ford, whose focus on investing in women and refugees is driving meaningful social change.

Throughout this issue, we examine how ambition—when guided by purpose, humility, and heart—can be one of the most powerful forces for innovation, resilience, and global progress.