Stelios Haji-Ioannou

About

British entrepreneur who founded the low-cost airline "easy" brand, which includes services like easyJet, easyCar and easyHotel. He is also the founder of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation.

Before Fame

He was born in Athens and studied at the London School of Economics as well as Cass Business School.

Trivia

He was the inspiration for the character Omar Baba on the BBC comedy series Come Fly With Me.

Family Life

His parents are Nedi and Loucas Haji-Ioannou. He has two siblings.

Associated With

In 2006, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.