H. Ross Perot, Jr.

Henry Ross Perot, Jr. (b.1958) is a real estate developer and CEO of Perot Systems. The only son of Ross Perot, Perot has aggressively expanded the family fortunes, primarily through real estate. He became independently prominent in the 1980's through his development and ownership of Fort Worth Alliance Airport and the surrounding area, a massive project that was heavily funded by governmental grants but which helped make Perot a powerful force within Texas. This early success also empowered Perot to gain majority ownership of the Dallas Mavericks NBA basketball team, a decision that was largely based on Perot's desire to develop the real estate that surrounded the basketball arena. His interest in the Mavericks has since been sold to Mark Cuban.

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1958 - Ross Perot - Fort Worth Alliance Airport - Dallas Mavericks - NBA - Mark Cuban

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Perot was born and raised in Dallas. He graduated from St. Mark's School of Texas in 1977. After graduating from Vanderbilt University, Perot joined the Air Force and served in the national guard for eight years. During this time, he co-piloted the first round-the-world helicopter flight. As a high school student, he won world championships in Tennessee Riding Horse competitions. He and his family live in Dallas, where he is active in a number of civic and charitable organizations.

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St. Mark's School of Texas - Vanderbilt University - Air Force

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