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	Rich 100: A family's fortune Founded in 1857, James Richardson & Sons Ltd. continues to thrive after 150 years in business. Q & A with Hartley Richardson |  Keep it in the family |  Family values

 

	Rich 100: Hotel confidential Why celebrities and the super-rich are investing big bucks in the hospitality industry. Hilton’s Alexander Mirza |  How Issy Sharp thinks |  The Celebrity Power List