About Max Ratner
Lived 1907 – 1995 (aged 87). Max Ratner was an American businessperson, known for Forest City Enterprises.
Max Ratner (December 26, 1907 - May 31, 1995) was an American real estate developer and philanthropist who co-founded Forest City Enterprises.
Biography Ratner was born Meyer Ratowczer to a Jewish family on December 26, 1907, in Białystok, Poland, the son of Pesha (née Koppelman) and Moishe Ratowczer. In 1921, he immigrated to Cleveland following the lead of his brother Charles and his family adopted the Ratner surname. He served as the company's president from 1929 until 1975 and then as chairman of the board from 1975 until his death in 1995. He was a supporter of Israel, the Jewish Museum in New York, and was active in the State of Israel Bonds organization.
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Who was Max Ratner?
American real estate developer
When was Max Ratner born?
Max Ratner was born on 26 December 1907 in Białystok.
When did Max Ratner die?
Max Ratner died on 31 May 1995 in Shaker Heights.
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Max Ratner was a businessperson.
What was Max Ratner known for?
Max Ratner was known for Forest City Enterprises.
What nationality was Max Ratner?
Max Ratner was American.
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