Lakshmi Mittal is an Indian-born British businessman who is the chairman and CEO of ArcelorMittal, the world's largest steelmaking company. The presentation discusses Mittal's background growing up in India and taking over his family's small steel business, his expansion of the business through acquisitions across Europe and worldwide, and the 2006 merger between Mittal Steel and Arcelor to form ArcelorMittal, making Mittal the largest steel producer in the world. The presentation provides details on ArcelorMittal's global operations, production levels, workforce size, and Mittal's achievements and recognition as a leading businessman.