About Robert H. Smith
Robert H. Smith was an influential American businessman and philanthropist, best known for his contributions to real estate development and his significant charitable donations. He founded the JBG Companies, a prominent real estate firm in the Washington, D.C. area, and was a major benefactor of numerous educational institutions, including the University of Maryland, where the Robert H. Smith School of Business is named in his honor. Smith’s legacy is characterized by his commitment to community development and support of the arts.
