Olav Thon is a Norwegian billionaire and entrepreneur, considered one of the richest people in Norway. He was born on June 29, 1923 in Ål, Norway, and today he celebrates his XNUMXth birthday. Olav Thon is mainly known as the founder and owner of one of Scandinavia's largest investment holding companies - Olav Thon Gruppen.
Olav Thon started his business career as a young man, investing in real estate. In 1950, he bought his first property and since then his company has gradually grown and gained more and more importance on the market. Currently, Olav Thon Gruppen owns and manages numerous commercial properties, including shopping centers, office buildings, hotels and recreational facilities in Norway and other countries.
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Działalność Olava Thona przyczyniła się do jego ogromnego bogactwa. Według listy miliarderów opracowanej przez magazyn “Forbes” w 2021 roku, jego majątek szacowany był na około 14,2 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich, co czyni go jednym z najbogatszych people in Norway.
In addition, Olav Thon is also known for his philanthropic activities. He donated large sums to charitable causes, including support for education, medical research, and other social causes. In 2013, he was also awarded the Order of St. Olav, one of Norway's highest state decorations, for his contributions to society.
His feature that is often written about is maintaining physical activity and contact with nature. All this has a positive impact on his life, health and well-being. Olav Thon has probably done more and longer skiing and walking trips than most of us.
This is a unique and admirable jubilee that deserves tribute and congratulations. Of course! We wish the 100-year-old all the best!
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