Robert Kraft is an American businessman and the owner of the New England Patriots, a professional football team in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on June 5, 1941, in Brookline, Massachusetts.
Kraft’s business career began in the paper and packaging industry. In 1972, he founded the Rand-Whitney Group, a packaging company, which eventually became one of the largest privately owned packaging companies in the United States.
In 1994, Kraft purchased the New England Patriots. Under his ownership, the team has experienced tremendous success, winning multiple Super Bowl championships and establishing itself as one of the most successful franchises in NFL history. The Patriots’ success has been attributed in part to Kraft’s leadership and his commitment to creating a winning culture within the organization.
Is Robert Kraft related to Kraft Foods? Is Robert Kraft owner of Kraft Foods?
No, Robert Kraft is not directly related to Kraft Foods or the Kraft Heinz Company. Kraft Foods, known for its food and beverage brands such as Kraft Macaroni & Cheese and Jell-O, was founded by James L. Kraft in 1903. The Kraft Heinz Company, a major food and beverage conglomerate, is the result of a merger between Kraft Foods Group and H.J. Heinz Company in 2015.
Robert Kraft’s business ventures are primarily focused on industries other than food and beverages