Frederick Smith

Visionary founder of FedEx, Smith transformed the delivery of time-sensitive shipments into an art form. His brainchild, FedEx, redefined global logistics, making overnight shipping a reality and altering the face of global commerce. An innovator with unshakeable determination, Smith's legacy is a world more connected and businesses more dynamic, thanks to his revolutionary ideas and relentless pursuit of efficiency.

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  • If you look historically, what creates growth and wealth is innovation and investment, and increase in scale - more customers.

    — Frederick Smith

  • My innovation involved taking an idea from the telecommunications and banking industries, and applying that idea to transportation business.

    — Frederick Smith

  • Fear of failure must never be a reason not to try something.

    — Frederick Smith

  • “The riskiest strategy is to try to avoid risk altogether.

    — Frederick Smith

  • Passion is born when you catch a glimpse of your true potential.

    — Frederick Smith

Learn timeless lessons from Frederick Smith.

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