Dick Devos Leadership Style

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Beginning his illustrious career in the family business in 1974, Dick DeVos spent 30 years at Amway, where he held various positions. Dick excelled as Vice President of International Markets, tripling international sales and developing new markets for Amway products. From 1991 to 1993, DeVos took a break from Amway to work in other family business; he served as CEO of the Orlando Magic basketball team. Next came at stint at Alticor, the parent company of Amway. Currently, DeVos serves as President of The Windquest Group, an investment management firm. Dick DeVos is a member of the Board of Directors of Spectrum Health System, the Michigan State Chamber of Commerce and Willow Creek Association. He is Chairman of the Regional Air Alliance of

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