Leslie J. Sacks
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| Gender | Male |
|---|---|
| Industry | Arts |
| Occupation | Owner of Art Galleries |
| Location | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Introduction | Born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1952. My family and I have lived in LA since 1991. Active in fundraising and promotion of charitable organizations and causes in particular areas promoting moderate Islam (women's rights and the reinterpretation of the Koran from a moderate and tolerant perspective) combating terrorism and the radical Islamic agenda in both North America and the Middle East whilst strengthening the West's preemptive defenses and long term security. Academic background includes both psychology and computer science at the Univ. of Witwaterstrand, South Africa. Worked in various capacities in opposition to apartheid and in support of the Black and Jewish South African communities in the early 70s - at that time was Chairman of the South African Union of Jewish Students and was on the Executive of the World Union of Jewish Students as well as publisher of student magazines. International art dealer since the 70s; Publisher of various art books and catalogue raisonnes, international and museum art exhibitions. Family office of general investments focusing on private equity and hedge funds. |
| Interests | Finance |