Seven years later, he was appointed President, whereas he got elected Chairman and CEO after his father’s death in 2003. Successfully managed by Richard too, the company has a real estate portfolio that includes major development projects in Battery Park City, LeFrak City in Queens, and Newport, Jersey City. Richard LeFrak is also active supporter of charities, presiding over the Richard S. and Karen LeFrak Charitable Foundation, whose mission includes giving support to various charitable organizations.
