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About Dietrich Mateschitz
Dietrich Mateschitz was a celebrated Austrian business executive, best known as one of the founders of the multi-national company named Red Bull GmbH, manufacturers of an energy drink of similar name. After his education, he was first employed as a marketing officer for Unilever.
He was later hired by cosmetic company Procter & Gamble, then known as Blendax. It was through his work with the company that he came into contact with fellow business executive Chaleo Yoovidhya, developer of the energy drink, Krating Daeng. The duo partnered to create the Red Bull company.
In sports
The Austrian made some remarkable investments in sports, especially soccer and Formula 1. Until 2001, his company was a partner of the Sauber team in Formula One. Three years later, he purchased a team owned by Jaguar Racing and named it Red Bull Racing. The team has worked with many celebrated drivers including Sebastian Vettel, and Mark Webber.
In soccer, Mateschitz led a group of executives to purchase SV Austria Salzburg, which would later be known as Red Bull Salzburg. Since then, the company has taken over a number of teams including RB Leipzig, and New York Red Bulls.
Personal Life & Death
The business mogul, who left behind a son, was said to be ill for several years prior to his death.
Education
He had his tertiary education at Vienna University of Economics and Business.
Trivia
According to Forbes, he was worth $23.5 billion as of the end of November 2021.
He bought Laucala Island for £7 million in 2003.
He never married.
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F.A.Q. about Dietrich Mateschitz
When is his birthday?
Dietrich Mateschitz's birthday is on May 20, 1944.
In how many days is his birthday?
Dietrich's birthday is in 25 days
How old was Dietrich when he died?
He was 78 years old.
When did he die?
He died in October 22, 2022.
How old would he be today?
Dietrich Mateschitz would be 79 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Dietrich from?
He was born in Austria.