Robert James (businessman)

Robert A. James (1909–1983) was an American businessman, the founder of Raymond James Financial, an S&P 500-listed financial services company.

Career

James founded Raymond James Financial in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1962, as Robert A. James Investments.[1][2][3] In 1964, Raymond and Associates merged into Robert A. James Investments to form Raymond James & Associates.[2] In 1970, he stepped down as CEO, and his son, Thomas James took over.[3]

Death

James died in 1983.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Thomas James". Forbes.com. January 1, 1970. Retrieved April 30, 2017.
  2. ^ a b "Our Parent Company | Raymond James Investment Services". Raymondjames.uk.com. Retrieved April 30, 2017.
  3. ^ a b c "Company History - About Us". Raymond James. October 19, 1987. Retrieved April 30, 2017.


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