Robert V Glaser | Glaser Business

The Deliciousness of Uncle Julio’s

During his career, Robert V. Glaser had a role as part of a team responsible for making a number of lucrative investments, one of these investments being the fine Mexican food restaurant chain Uncle Julio’s. In 1986, the first Uncle Julio’s opened to the public in Dallas, Texas. Seemingly experiencing none of the struggles often faced by new dining establishments, the restaurant’s popularity skyrocketed quickly. Demand for the frozen margarita/sangria drink known as “The Swirl” reached a fever pitch, further increasing Uncle Julio’s popularity and its clientele. Today, there are more than 25 Uncle Julio’s restaurants in several states including… Read More

The History of Club Car

During his career, Robert V. Glaser had a role as part of a team responsible for making high-end investments, one of these investments being the American electric and gas-powered golf and UTV manufacturer Club Car. Club Car was founded in 1958 in Houston, Texas before it was purchased by Bill Stevens, Jr., who would go on to move the company operations over to Augusta, Georgia shortly thereafter in 1962. To this day, Club Car’s primary headquarters remains in Augusta. In 1978, Club Car was once again purchased, this time by an executive group from EZGO that sought to run its… Read More

Learn More About Catherines

During his career, Robert V. Glaser had a role as part of a team responsible for making high-end investments, one of these investments being the plus size clothing and fashion department store Catherines. Catherines cemented its place in history by focusing on full-figured women well before it was considered fashionable to do so. Back in 1960, an enterprising woman named Catherine Weaver spearheaded the opening of a small boutique located in Memphis, Tennessee. As a plus size woman, Weaver sought to bring a fusion of beauty, style, and confidence to clients with an otherwise limited selection of fashion choices. Catherine… Read More

The Illustrious Gucci Brand

During his career, Robert V. Glaser had a role as part of a team responsible for making high-end investments, one of these investments being the famous Italian luxury brand of fashion and leather goods Gucci. Gucci was founded in 1921 and named after Italian businessman and fashion designer Guccio Gucci. Mister Gucci originally worked in a hotel where he began to admire the luggage guests would bring along with them. In 1920, he opened his shop which focused on selling fine leather goods with a classic style. Gucci brought on his three sons to increase the company’s presence, expanding into… Read More

Learn More About Investcorp

Before he was involved in launching the firm of MapleWood Partners, Robert V. Glaser established himself and achieved monumental success during his time with Investcorp. Founded in 1982, Investcorp manages alternative investment products on a global level. Its clients are primarily based in the six counties comprising the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, better known as the Gulf Cooperation Council. However, the firm also works with institutional clients based in Europe and North America. Investcorp’s current offices are located in New York City, Singapore, Bahrain, Doha, London, Riyadh, and Abu Dhabi. Robert Glaser played an integral… Read More