Donald Bren

Donald Bren is an American businessman and real estate developer, best known as the chairman of the Irvine Company, a major real estate investment firm based in California. Born in 1932, Bren is one of the wealthiest people in the United States, having built a significant fortune through his work in land development, particularly in Southern California. He played a key role in transforming Irvine, California, into a planned community with residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. Apart from real estate, Bren is also recognized for his philanthropic efforts, especially in education and the arts.