Jay Van Andel
Businessperson, Organization founder
1924 – 2004
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Who was Jay Van Andel?
Jay Van Andel was an American businessman best known as co-founder of the Amway Corporation, along with Richard DeVos. He also served as Chairman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce from 1979 to 1980 and later as a member of its Senior Council from 1980 to 1985.
He was also known for funding religious missions and conservative political causes, including the Republican Party.
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- Born
- Jun 3, 1924
Grand Rapids - Also known as
- Ван Андел
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Grand Rapids Christian High School
- Calvin College
- Lived in
- Grand Rapids
- Died
- Dec 7, 2004
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on July 23, 2013
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