About David Thompson
Lived 1936 – 2021 (aged 84). David Thompson was a British businessperson, known for Premier Foods.
David Brian Thompson (4 April 1936 – 29 December 2020) was the co-founder of Hillsdown Holdings, one of the United Kingdom's largest food businesses.
Career Having initially worked as a meat trader at Smithfield Market, David Thompson helped his father to float his meat wholesaling business in 1966. He co-founded Hillsdown Holdings in 1975 and then, in 1989, sold his stake in the business for £500m.
He acquired the Cheveley Park Stud near Newmarket: David Thompson lived in north London.
Family David Thompson was married to Patricia Thompson and together they had one son, Richard Thompson, and two daughters.
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Who was David Thompson?
British businessman
When was David Thompson born?
David Thompson was born on 4 April 1936.
When did David Thompson die?
David Thompson died on 4 January 2021.
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David Thompson was a businessperson.
What was David Thompson known for?
David Thompson was known for Premier Foods.
What nationality was David Thompson?
David Thompson was British.
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· DBpedia: David Thompson (British businessman)
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