This series is sponsored by and named in honor of Dr. Robert E. Dunker, president emeritus of Western Iowa Tech Community College and founder of The Institute for Lifelong Learning.

This series is about people whose actions have impacted the world. These individuals made national news with perseverance, persistence, and sacrifice. Today the reason behind their fame is obscured by the results. We know they succeeded or failed. How can we learn from their example if we don't know what they did, or why they did it? Historian Russ Gifford will introduce us to the person behind the headlines, their motives, their methods, and what traits allowed them to exercise leadership and achieve their fame!

John D. Rockefeller commanded the U.S. petroleum industry in his lifetime. But his development of management techniques that revolutionized American business contributed much to the growth of America’s industrial dominance. His greatest legacy today is his contribution of more than $550 million to philanthropic causes... What other things should we know about Rockefeller? Join Russ Gifford as he defines the leadership qualities of perhaps the richest man ever, and see if you think he deserves the attention