Elizabeth Uihlein

Elizabeth Uihlein

Elizabeth Uihlein (#709)

  • $ 6 B
  • Packaging materials
  • United States
  • F
  • 80 Years

About Me

Elizabeth Uihlein is president of Uline, one of North America's biggest distributors of shipping, packaging and industrial supplies. Headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, $8.1 billion (est. revenue) Uline sells more than 43,000 products via its 900+ page catalog to businesses nationwide. Elizabeth (Liz) and her husband, Richard (Dick), started Uline in their basement in 1980; it now has 9,000 employees. Together, the couple has given about $400 million over the years backing conservative candidates in federal races, according to FEC filings, making them one of the top donors in the United States. The duo shelled out more than $140 million in the 2023-2024 election cycle. Originally Ron DeSantis supporters, they shifted to Trump after the Republican primary.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Elizabeth Uihlein’s rise and global influence.

  • #612   Billionaires (2026)
  • #239   Forbes 400 (2025)
  • #14   World's Richest Self-Made Women (2025)
  • #6   America's Richest Self-Made Women (2025)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Elizabeth Uihlein’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $5.8B (May 4, 2026)