Donald Bren quotes

In my opinion, education is the finest gift an individual can give a young person. (Donald Bren)

I get great satisfaction from both business and philanthropy.

Donald Bren

Future public education will require involvement and collaboration among various local, civic, private and nonprofit entities, a concept I like to refer to as 'community entrepreneurship.'

Donald Bren

I do limit my exposure to the public. You only have so much time.

Donald Bren

Fulfilling the vision of the Irvine Ranch master plan has been a lifetime dedication and lifetime passion, and I am hopeful the heritage of our Irvine stewardship will live on in many new ways.

Donald Bren

My two primary areas of focus have been open-space conservation and education, and I expect those to remain my priorities in the future. The Irvine open space and parklands provide serenity and balance to our unique Orange County lifestyle.

Donald Bren

I'm not a public official. I'm a businessman, I'm a builder, I'm a planner.

Donald Bren

I really don't think in the past. I sit down with many friends at dinner, and they like to talk about the good old days. I'm respectful of the good old days, but I find myself spending very little time reminiscing. I'm really looking forward.

Donald Bren