‘I should have been dead’: He co-founded a $4.2b empire but has given it up to become a priest
Scott Borba, co-founder of the $4.2 billion e.l.f. cosmetics, has decided to leave his successful business career to become a Catholic priest. After years of questioning the meaning of life and feeling unfulfilled despite his wealth, Borba has chosen a path focused on serving God. He has given up his possessions and is set to be ordained in the Diocese of Fresno, California.
- ▪Scott Borba co-founded e.l.f. cosmetics, a company valued at $4.2 billion.
- ▪He experienced a life-changing moment at a party, leading him to question his purpose.
- ▪Borba has divested from his possessions and is being ordained as a priest in the Diocese of Fresno.
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