Sir Ron Trotter | |
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Born |
Ronald Ramsay Trotter 9 October 1927 Hawera, New Zealand |
Died | 11 August 2010 Wellington, New Zealand |
(aged 82)
Alma mater | Canterbury Agricultural College, Valuation and Farm Management, 1948 |
Occupation | Businessman |
Spouse(s) | Margaret, Lady Trotter |
Sir Ronald Ramsay "Ron" Trotter (9 October 1927 – 11 August 2010) was one of New Zealand’s pre-eminent business leaders. He was knighted for his service to business in 1985.
Trotter was instrumental in the formation of Fletcher Challenge Corporation in 1981, where he was the chief executive and chairman.
Trotter made substantial contributions to the public sector. His roles included:
Trotter was also an art collector and, along with his wife Margaret, Lady Trotter, played an instrumental role in the formation of the Fletcher Challenge Art Collection.