Tony Fernandes
He bought a budget airline for 30 cents in 2001 and turned it into one of Asia's top budget airlines. Now, he's ready to walk away.
  • Tony Fernandes, one of the most prolific names in Asian aviation, says "good leadership is to know when to go."
  • He doesn't care who replaces him as long as they're competent. 
  • He's also non-committal about where he may land next, but says he likes private equity.

Tony Fernandes, the CEO whose name is synonymous with AirAsia and cheap flights, is ready to move on.