Robert Trump
Real-estate developer, business executive
Born
1948
78 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Involved in real estate development for several decades, contributed significantly to various business ventures. Served as executive vice president of the Trump Organization, focusing on real estate operations and management. Engaged in various philanthropic efforts and supported family business projects. Involved in numerous high-profile real estate developments in New York and elsewhere.
Served as executive vice president of the Trump Organization
Participated in major real estate projects
Engaged in philanthropic efforts
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