John Rakolta
John Rakolta | |
|---|---|
Rakolta in 2019 | |
| United States Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates | |
| In office October 27, 2019 – January 19, 2021 | |
| President | Donald Trump |
| Preceded by | Barbara A. Leaf |
| Succeeded by | Martina A. Strong |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 15, 1947 Oakland County, Michigan, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Terry Stern (1976–present) |
| Children | 4 |
| Relatives | See Romney family |
| Education | Marquette University (BS) |
John Rakolta Jr (Romanian: Racolța; born June 15, 1947, in Oakland County, Michigan) is an American businessman and a former diplomat who served as the United States Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates from 2019 to 2021. He is the former CEO of Walbridge (formerly known as Walbridge Aldinger), a full-service construction company headquartered in Detroit. He was also one of the National Finance Chairs for Mitt Romney's 2008 and 2012 presidential campaigns.