Episode
Founders: The supermarket billionaire, John Catsimatidis
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- Business Daily
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- Jun 16, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1048
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Summary
Greek-born billionaire John Catsimatidis rose from working in a New York grocery store to build the Gristedes supermarket chain and a wider business empire after leaving university before graduating. Now head of the Red Apple Group, with interests spanning real estate, energy, aviation and media, he remains a prominent figure in US business and politics, regularly discussing business with President Trump, despite setbacks including a collapsed airline venture and an unsuccessful run for New York mayor. Founders - the stories of the emotions from the highs and lows of starting a successful business Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: Amber Mehmood You can email the time: [email protected] (Picture: John Catsimatidis attends the Economic Club of New York in New York City, U.S., May 28, 2026. Credit: REUTERS/Jeenah Moon)