James Davant
American businessman
About James Davant
Lived 1915 – 2009 (aged 93). James Davant was an American.
James W. Davant (December 1, 1915 – April 17, 2009) was chief executive at Paine Webber during its expansion from a small broker to a large nationwide operation. After a 35-year career in the securities industry with the same firm Davant stepped down from his position on May 29, 1980.
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Who was James Davant?
American businessman (1915–2009)
When was James Davant born?
James Davant was born on 1 December 1915.
When did James Davant die?
James Davant died on 17 April 2009.
What nationality was James Davant?
James Davant was American.
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