August 15

Clay Shaw was a New Orleans entrepreneur and civic leader known for his import-export business. He gained national attention when New Orleans District Attorney Jim Garrison accused him of conspiring in the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, making Shaw the only person ever prosecuted for that crime. After a trial marked by heated testimony, Shaw was acquitted, and his case remains a subject of debate among historians and conspiracy theorists. Beyond the controversy, he was active in local civic organizations, serving on boards dedicated to cultural and historical preservation. His legacy is often discussed in the context of legal history and the enduring mysteries surrounding the 1963 assassination.

Born in 1925 in Verdun, Quebec, Sam Pollock became general manager of the Montreal Canadiens in 1964. Under his leadership, the team won six Stanley Cup titles between 1965 and 1973. He pioneered innovative scouting and drafting strategies that set new standards in the NHL. Pollock’s shrewd contract negotiations and use of the reserve list solidified dynastic team rosters. Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1978, his influence continues to shape professional hockey management practices.

Born in 1944 in A Coruña, Spain, Rosalía Mera started a small dressmaking workshop with a sewing machine and her husband. In 1975, they founded Zara, pioneering fast fashion with rapid design-to-retail cycles. Under her leadership, Inditex grew into one of the world’s largest fashion groups, operating thousands of stores globally. Mera became Spain’s first self-made female billionaire and was recognized for her innovative business model. A passionate philanthropist, she established the Paideia Foundation to support people with disabilities and social inclusion programs.

Robert Trump (1948-2020) was the youngest brother of Donald Trump and a key executive in the Trump Organization. After graduating from Boston University, he managed family properties, including hotels and golf courses, and served on various corporate boards. Known for his low public profile, he focused on operations and business strategy behind the scenes. He was a trustee of the International Convention Center in New York and supported philanthropic initiatives. Trump remained loyal to the family business throughout his life and passed away on August 15, 2020, at the age of 71.