#24: Philip Anschutz – Colorado

Philip Anschutz, with a fortune near $15 billion, shapes industries from energy to entertainment in Colorado. With businesses like AEG, he controls sports teams and hosts grand events, also venturing into oil and railroads.

Despite his immense wealth, Anschutz remains an enigmatic figure, avoiding the public eye. Yet, his vast contributions make him a titan in Colorado’s and the national financial landscape.