Steve Lavin (businessman)

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]

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

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.