Skip to main content

Founder Profile

W. Clement Stone

Last reviewed: January 1970 · By Swet Parvadiya

Who is W. Clement Stone?

W. Clement Stone is a founder of Aon, which was founded in 1982 with Patrick G. Ryan.

Company founded
Aon
Founded
1982
Co-founders
Patrick G. Ryan

Founding Story

William Clement Stone (1902–2002) was an American businessman, author, and philanthropist who founded Combined Insurance Company in 1919 with $100. Stone was world-renowned for his Positive Mental Attitude (PMA) philosophy and bestselling personal growth books.

Sources

This profile does not yet cite a source specific to W. Clement Stone. The sources below document the company company rather than the person, so check them against the claims above.

Content is for informational purposes only. Not financial advice. Data sourced from SEC filings, annual reports, and public records. See our full disclaimer and methodology.