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Broad, Eli

Broad, Eli (1933-present)

Quick Facts

  • Made his initial fortune in real estate at his company Kaufman & Broad (now KB Home)
  • Also a founder of the financial giant SunAmerica
  • Well-known philanthropist
  • Net worth of $5.8 billion
  • Eli and his wife Edythe Broad are the founders of The Broad Foundation
  • Eli Broad College of Business (Michigan State) is named after him
  • Education: Michigan State University undergrad