J. Ira Harris, Wall Street Titan and Michigan Football Benefactor, Dies at 83

J. Ira Harris, a renowned Wall Street figure and passionate supporter of the University of Michigan, passed away recently at the age of 83. A self-made billionaire, Harris left an enduring legacy in the worlds of finance and philanthropy. A Wall Street Maestro Emerges Harris’s path to financial success was not straightforward. Despite facing numerous rejections, he persisted and found his calling at Jacques Coe & Co. His exceptional talent and determination propelled him to the heights of Wall Street, where he became a leading player in mergers and acquisitions....

December 10, 2024 · 2 min · 347 words · Helen Williams