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Steve Lavin (businessman)

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Steve Lavin
Born
Steven H. Lavin

1954 or 1955 (age 69–70)[1]
NationalityAmerican
EducationUniversity of Illinois
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
OccupationBusinessman
Known forChairman, OSI Group
SpouseDawn Lavin
ParentSheldon Lavin

Steven H. Lavin (born 1955) is an American billionaire businessman, and the chairman of OSI Group, a US meat processor and the main hamburger supplier to McDonald's. As of August 2024, Forbes estimated his net worth at US$3.9 billion.[1]

Early life

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He is the son of Sheldon Lavin, who was the owner, chief executive officer (CEO) and chairman of OSI Group.[1] Lavin earned a BS in accountancy from the University of Illinois in 1977, and a JD from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 1980.[2]

Career

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Lavin trained as a lawyer, and was president of Lavin & Gedville.[2] In 2023, he became chairman of OSI Group after his father, Sheldon Lavin.[1]

Personal life

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Lavin lives in Chicago, Illinois, US.[1] He is married to Dawn.[3][4]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e "Forbes profile: Steve Lavin & family". Forbes. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Steven H. Lavin". Lavin & Gedville. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  3. ^ "OBITUARY Sheldon Lavin June 17, 1932 – May 26, 2023". dignitymemorial.com. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  4. ^ "JUF board member Steve Lavin receives award from America-Israel Chamber of Commerce". Jewish United Fund. October 18, 2012. Retrieved 4 August 2024.