Roland Duchâtelet

Businessman and politician from Belgium

Roland Duchâtelet - Businessman and politician from Belgium
Born

November 14th, 1946
78 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Belgium

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Engaged in business ventures in the telecommunications sector, played a significant role in the Belgian political landscape. Served as a member of the Parliament for the Liberal Reformist Party. Owned and managed various football clubs, including Sint-Truiden and Charlton Athletic. Focused on sports management and club development, particularly in promoting youth academies.

Served in the Belgian Parliament

Owned Sint-Truiden and Charlton Athletic

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