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William J. Pulte
American business executive (–)
William J. Pulte | |
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| Born | William John Pulte ()May 16, Detroit, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | ()March 7, Naples, Florida, U.S. |
| Knownfor | Founder of PulteGroup |
| Spouse | Karen Koppal (m.) |
| Children | 14 |
William John Pulte (May 16, – March 7, ) was the founder and chairman of PulteGroup, one of the largest home construction and real estate development companies in the United States.
Early life
William John Pulte was born on May 16, , in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to Marguerite Hannah (née Lynch) and William Pulte. His father was an insurance adjuster.[1] He attended De La Salle Collegiate School in Detroit.
He was a three sport varsity athlete in football, track and basketball.[2]
Career
In , just after graduating high school, Pulte and 5 friends built a 5-room bungalow near Detroit City Airport, which they sold for US$10,[3]
In , he founded William J.