William Hesketh Lever was a British industrialist and the founder of the Lever Brothers company, which later became part of Unilever. Born in 1851, he was known for his innovative approach to business and marketing, particularly in the soap industry. Lever's most famous product was Sunlight Soap, which revolutionized household cleaning. In addition to his business success, Lever was a philanthropist and a pioneer in social reform. He established the model village of Port Sunlight in England for his workers, providing them with quality housing and amenities. Lever's contributions to industry and society have left a lasting legacy.