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Charles Wyly and Sam Wyly, Dallas, Texas
Charles and Sam Wyly
cameraClick here to view the story of Charles (left) and Sam Wyly, as shared by the Entrepreneurs Foundation of North Texas.

Welcome

Whether it's in corporate leadership or community service, Charles and Sam Wyly have become well known for many different facets of their success. Raised in Delhi, Louisiana, the two brothers have established a brand of entrepreneurship that has made an impact the world over.

Today, the Wylys continue to be involved in activities such as investments, business management and philanthropy. The companies and causes they serve are celebrated in this Web site — a resource center for the business community, news media and community agencies.

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Recent News

Sam Wyly Named One of Forbes' 10 Greenest Billionaires
Forbes
April 21, 2010

Charles Wyly Named "Citizen of the Year" at Lone Star Cares Banquet
April 25, 2010

Self-Made Billionaire Sam Wyly Will Share Keys to Success
Dallas Morning News
April 5, 2010

Sam Wyly to Speak at Northwood University's Founder's Day Celebration
March 18, 2010

Sam Wyly Headlines UT Dallas Scholarship Event
January 22, 2010

Sam Wyly Offers Westwood Students Unique Opportunity
Park Cities People
January 8, 2010

Texas Billionaires Convert 'Lucky' Failure in Dallas Arts Zone
Bloomberg
October 9, 2009

 

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1,000 Dollars and an Idea

Sam Wyly's 1,000 Dollars and an Idea

Part autobiography and part inspirational business guide, Sam Wyly's business memoir 1,000 Dollars and an Idea, reveals the never-before-told inside story of how one of America's most important entrepreneurs founded and grew such diverse companies as University Computing, Sterling Software, Maverick Capital, Bonanza Steakhouse, Michaels Stores, and Green Mountain Energy. This new book is full of refreshing insights and homespun lessons about what it takes to create, grow, and build successful companies.

Walter Isaacson, CEO of The Aspen Institute writes that Wyly's book is "a joy to read" and that "[his] book captures the magic of the American dream."

Click here for reviews

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