Bill Alfond
Bill Alfond (born 1949) is an American investor, philanthropist, and billionaire.
William L. Alfond | |
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| Born | 1949 (age 70–71) |
| Alma mater | Colby College The Governor's Academy |
| Occupation | investor, philanthropist |
| Net worth | US$1.7 Billion (August 2018)[1] |
| Spouse(s) | Joan Loring |
| Children | 3 |
| Parents |
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| Family | Susan Alfond (sister) Peter Alfond (brother) Ted Alfond (brother) |
Biography
Alfond was born to a Jewish family, the son of Dorothy (née Levine) and Harold Alfond.[2][3][4] He graduated from Governor Dummer Academy (now The Governor’s Academy) in 1967, where he now serves as a trustee.[5] 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 is married to Joan Loring, who is also Jewish;[6] they have three children: Justin Alfond, Kenden Alfond, and Reis Alfond.[7][8] The couple lives in Belgrade, Maine.[1]
References
- Forbes: The World's Billionaires - Bill Alfond April 2016
- 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
- "The Governor's Academy: Board of Trustees". www.thegovernorsacademy.org.
- Boston Globe: "Ellen Jacobson Loring" December 14, 2010
- Rollins College: "Harold Alfond (1914-2007) - Business Leader and Strong Supporter of the Rollins Sports Program
- Huffington Post: "Kenden Alfond" retrieved May 7. 2016
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