Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Bernard M. Baruch
Baruch Brothers
1903–1916
1903–1916
Baruch Brothers
1903–1916
1903–1916
Though Baruch was a very successful financier, he is best known for his four decades of service as an advisor to US Presidents from Woodrow Wilson to Franklin Roosevelt. He helped to finance some of the leading industrial firms of his time including Texas Gulf Sulphur, Utah Copper, and the Intercontinental Rubber Company. During World War I, Baruch served as Chairman of the War Industries Board, where he helped to facilitate the military preparedness of the nation’s businesses.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1870–1965
- Birthplace: South Carolina
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Professional
Education / Military
- Undergraduate: City College of New York