Robert Trump

Real-estate developer, business executive

Robert Trump - Real-estate developer, business executive
Born

1948
77 years ago

Died

August 15th, 2020
4 years ago — 72 years old

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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