Anyone Quote by Larry Ellison
“It's surreal to think that I own this beautiful island. It doesn't feel like anyone can own Lanai. What it feels like to me is this really cool 21st-century engineering project, where I get to work with the people of Lanai to create a prosperous and sustainable Eden in the Pacific.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2023 Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Larry Ellison, 2023
Ellison views his island as a collaborative engineering venture aimed at sustainable prosperity for its residents.
In simple terms: He sees Lanai as a modern, sustainable project with the community.
Treat the island as a partnership, not ownership.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Tourism development
- renewable energy projects
- local education initiatives
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can private investors ensure community benefit?
- What safeguards protect local culture?
Balancing private ownership with community autonomy can be contentious.