Peter Alfond
| Peter Alfond | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1953 (age 62–63) |
| Occupation | investor, philanthropist |
| Net worth |
 $1.1 Billion USD (April 2016)[1] |
| Spouse(s) | Karen Benson |
| Children | 4 Rebekah amaris, Kyle , Sarah, Deborah |
| Parent(s) |
Dorothy Levine Alfond Harold Alfond |
| Family |
Susan Alfond (sister) Bill Alfond (brother) Ted Alfond (brother) |
Peter Alfond (born 1953) is an American investor, philanthropist, and billionaire.
Biography
Peter Alfond was born to a Jewish family, the son of Dorothy (nee Levine) and Harold Alfond.[2][3][4] His father founded the Dexter Shoe Company in 1958 and sold it in 1995 for $433 million of Berkshire Hathaway stock.[2] When his father died in 2007, he left his shares in Berkshire Hathaway to his four children, Ted, Susan, Bill, and Peter, who are now all billionaires.[1]
Personal life
Alfond was married with Karen Benson; they have four children: Rebekah, Kyle, Sarah, and Deborah.[5][1]
References
- 1 2 3 Forbes: The World's Billionaires - Peter Alfond April 2016
- 1 2 New York Times; "Harold Alfond, Donor and Shoe Factory Owner, Dies at 93" By RICHARD PÉREZ-PEÑA November 17, 2007
- ↑ Colby College Digital Commons: "Bibby Levine Alfond Scrapbook" January 1, 2011
- ↑ Silbiger, Steve The Jewish Phenomenon: Seven Keys to the Enduring Wealth of a People p. 89
- ↑ Rollins College: "Harold Alfond (1914-2007) - Business Leader and Strong Supporter of the Rollins Sports Program
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