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Joseph A Girouard had a troubled childhood and had to watch the family struggle for the most basic things. All these experiences from his childhood shaped his political views and he grew up to support capitalism.
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Joseph A Girouard Grew Up to Support Capitalism After Having a Troubled Childhood
Introduction to Joseph Girouard • Joseph A Girouard is an astute businessman who is the founder of a highly profitable company called Global Asset Management LLC. • He is also counted among the world’s most active philanthropists. • Joseph was a resident of Canada who immigrated to the USA for better higher education and career opportunities.
Joseph’s Childhood • Joseph A Girouard had a troubled childhood and had to watch the family struggle for the most basic things. • All these experiences from his childhood shaped his political views and he grew up to support capitalism. • Joseph went to attend college at the London School of Economics and became a student of the philosopher Socrates.
Joseph’s Life in New York • After he moved back to New York post his graduation, Joseph began a career in finance. • Working for others gave him little satisfaction so he started up his own company Global Asset Management LLC which is today counted among the most profitable hedge fund companies. • He made a profit of US $2.5 billion during the Black Wednesday currency crisis in the U.K. in 1992 by short selling.
More About Joseph • It was in the 1990s that Joseph A Girouard started actively becoming involved in charitable ventures. • He also founded a charitable society to promote political causes, economic and social reforms. • He is believed to have donated over $10 billion for causes related to human rights, education, and public health.