Sidney Weinberg

Sidney Weinberg

Sidney James Weinberg (October 12, 1891 – July 23, 1969) was a long-time leader of the Wall Street firm Goldman Sachs, nicknamed “Mr. Wall Street” by The New York Times and "director's director" by Fortune magazine. In a rags-to-riches story, he rose from a janitor's assistant, making $3/week, to CEO.

Read more about Sidney Weinberg:  Early Life, Career At Goldman Sachs, Public Service, Ford, Political Influence, Family

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