Award
Castelao Medal
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Rosalía Mera
1944-01-28 – 2013-08-15
Life & Legacy
Rosalía Mera Goyenechea (28 January 1944 – 15 August 2013) was a Spanish businesswoman and fashion designer. At the time of her death, she was the richest woman in Spain and the world's richest self-made woman according to Forbes. She was ranked #66 among the world's most powerful women by Forbes in 2013. In 1975, she co-founded the Zara retail chain with her then-husband Amancio Ortega Gaona. The company grew to become the world's largest fashion retailer.
Occupation & Career
entrepreneur, businessperson, philanthropist
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Castelao Medal
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Castelao Medal
Verified Legacy Record
Family Child
Sandra Ortega Mera
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Family Child
Marcos Ortega Mer
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Family Spouse
Amancio Ortega
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Sources & Provenance
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