Kenny Troutt (#2462)
- $ 2 B
- Telecom
- United States
- M
- 78 Years
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About Me
Kenny Troutt founded long-distance phone company Excel Communications in 1988 and took the company public in 1996. In 1998, Troutt sold Excel Communications to Teleglobe in a $3.5 billion deal and reinvested the profits in stocks, bonds and horses. An avid horse racing fan, Troutt owns WinStar Farm in Versailles, Kentucky, breeder of Thoroughbreds including a Kentucky Derby winner. The son of a single mother who worked as a bartender, Troutt grew up in public housing in Mount Vernon, IL.
Achievements
Career Highlights
A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Kenny Troutt’s rise and global influence.
Wealth Growth
Net Worth Growth Over Time
Tracking Kenny Troutt’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.
Current Net Worth: $1.7B
(May 4, 2026)
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