Carl Icahn
Definition
Billionaire investor who is considered one of the wealthiest men in America. Mr. Ichan holds a majority stake in several large companies and is often very vocal about decisions the companies make. He has also held many influential positions over his career. He is known for trying to takeover companies and corporate boards with the goal of protecting shareholders. He was born in 1936 in Queens, New York.
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