Francesco di Marco Datini (1346–1410)

Born 1346 CE, died 1410 CE.

Francesco di Marco Datini (c. 1335 – 16 August 1410) was an Italian merchant born in Prato. Datini is notable for having implemented the first partnership system in business in 1383.

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