Ivanka Trump is an American businesswoman, author, and former senior presidential advisor. As the eldest daughter of Donald Trump, she rose to national prominence as Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization, a boardroom judge on NBC’s The Apprentice, and the founder of her own eponymous fashion and lifestyle brand.
From 2017 to 2021, Ivanka served as Senior Advisor to the President in the White House, directing the Office of Economic Initiatives and Entrepreneurship with a primary focus on workforce development, paid family leave, and global women’s economic empowerment. Following the conclusion of that administration, Ivanka stepped away from active politics to establish private family life and philanthropic initiatives based in Miami, Florida.
Ivanka Trump Biography & Wiki
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ivana Marie “Ivanka” Trump |
| Date of Birth | October 30, 1981 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 m) |
| Father | Donald J. Trump |
| Mother | Ivana Trump (née Zelníčková) |
| Siblings | Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump (full siblings); Tiffany Trump, Barron Trump (half-siblings) |
| Husband | Jared Kushner (m. 2009) |
| Children | Arabella Rose, Joseph Frederick, Theodore James |
| Education | Chapin School, Choate Rosemary Hall, Wharton School of UPenn (B.S. in Economics, cum laude) |
| Books Published | The Trump Card (2009), Women Who Work (2017) |
| Estimated Net Worth | $800 Million+ (Combined with Jared Kushner) / $50M – $100M (Individual) |
| Best Known For | Former Senior White House Advisor, Former EVP of The Trump Organization |
Early Life and Education
Ivana Marie Trump was born on October 30, 1981, in Manhattan, New York City. She was named after her mother, Ivana, but has been known by the affectionate Slavic diminutive “Ivanka” since early childhood. She was ten years old when her parents underwent their high-profile divorce in 1992.
Ivanka received her elementary education at the prestigious Chapin School in Manhattan before transferring at age 15 to Choate Rosemary Hall, an elite boarding preparatory school in Wallingford, Connecticut. During her high school years, she pursued high-fashion modeling on weekends and holidays, gracing runway shows for Versace, Marc Bouwer, and Thierry Mugler, as well as the cover of Seventeen magazine in May 1997.
After graduating from Choate in 2000, Ivanka attended Georgetown University for two years before transferring to the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. She graduated cum laude in 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics.
Family Background
As the middle child of Donald and Ivana Trump’s three children, Ivanka was immersed in the world of high-stakes architecture, hospitality, and luxury branding from infancy. Despite her family’s wealth, her parents required their children to maintain strong academic discipline and early financial independence.
Ivanka Trump Career Milestones
Rather than immediately joining her family’s firm upon graduating from Wharton, Ivanka worked as a real estate project manager at Forest City Ratner to gain independent industry experience.
The Trump Organization Leadership
In 2005, Ivanka joined The Trump Organization as Executive Vice President of Development and Acquisitions. In this capacity, she spearheaded major international hospitality developments, including:
- Negotiating the acquisition and leading the design direction for the historic Trump International Hotel Washington, D.C.
- Leading the interior design and architectural execution of Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago.
- Directing luxury condominium developments in Panama, New York, and Waikiki.
Alongside her corporate duties, Ivanka served as a primary boardroom judge on NBC’s hit reality series The Apprentice and The Celebrity Apprentice from 2006 to 2015.
Fashion and Lifestyle Brand
In 2007, Ivanka launched Ivanka Trump Fine Jewelry with a flagship boutique on Madison Avenue, eventually expanding into footwear, apparel, handbags, eyewear, and fragrance. Carried across major retailers including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, and Lord & Taylor, the brand generated hundreds of millions in retail revenue. In July 2018, Ivanka announced the closure of her fashion brand to focus entirely on public policy and eliminate potential ethical conflicts of interest.
White House Senior Advisor (2017–2021)
From March 2017 to January 2021, Ivanka served alongside her husband Jared Kushner (brother of investor Josh Kushner) as an official, unpaid Senior Advisor to the President of the United States. During her tenure, she directed the Office of Economic Initiatives and Entrepreneurship, spearheading key policy initiatives:
- Championing the expansion of the Child Tax Credit, doubling the benefit to $2,000 per child under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
- Establishing the National Council for the American Worker and the Pledge to America’s Workers, securing commitments from private employers for over 16 million career and training opportunities.
- Launching the Women’s Global Development and Prosperity (W-GDP) Initiative, supporting economic empowerment and legal protections for over 12 million women worldwide.
Post-White House Life in Miami
Following the 2020 presidential administration, Ivanka chose not to re-enter active political campaigns, opting instead to prioritize family life. The family relocated from Washington, D.C., to a luxury residence on Indian Creek Island—often dubbed the “Billionaire Bunker”—in Biscayne Bay, Miami, Florida.
Published Author
Ivanka has authored two bestselling non-fiction books:
- The Trump Card: Playing to Win in Work and Life (2009) – A business memoir exploring career foundations, negotiation tactics, and leadership principles.
- Women Who Work: Rewriting the Rules for Success (2017) – A practical guide for modern working women balancing career advancement, entrepreneurship, and motherhood.
Personal Life
Ivanka Trump began dating real estate developer and investor Jared Kushner in 2005. Prior to their marriage, Ivanka completed a comprehensive conversion to Orthodox Judaism in July 2009, taking the Hebrew name Yael.
The couple married on October 25, 2009, in a traditional Jewish ceremony at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, New Jersey. They have three children:
- Arabella Rose Kushner, born in July 2011
- Joseph Frederick Kushner, born in October 2013
- Theodore James Kushner, born in March 2016
The Kushner-Trump family observes kosher dietary laws and Shabbat every week.
Online Reach
Ivanka Trump maintains one of the largest social media followings among modern business and political personalities:
- Instagram: Over 7.5 million followers under the handle @ivankatrump
- X (formerly Twitter): Over 10.3 million followers under the handle @IvankaTrump
Ivanka Trump Net Worth
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner hold an estimated combined net worth exceeding $800 Million to $1+ Billion.
Key contributors to their wealth include:
- Jared Kushner’s multi-billion-dollar global private equity firm, Affinity Partners.
- Real estate holdings and capital distributions from Kushner Companies.
- The 2022 sale of the Trump International Hotel in Washington, D.C., in which Ivanka held an equity interest.
- Accumulated royalties, licensing earnings, and book advances.
- Substantial private equity portfolios, trust funds, and commercial real estate assets in Florida and New York.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Ivanka Trump?
Ivanka Trump was born on October 30, 1981, and is currently 44 years old.
Who is Ivanka Trump’s husband?
Ivanka Trump is married to real estate developer and private equity executive Jared Kushner. They married on October 25, 2009.
How many children does Ivanka Trump have?
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner have three children: Arabella Rose, Joseph Frederick, and Theodore James.
Where did Ivanka Trump go to college?
Ivanka Trump graduated cum laude from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in economics, having also studied at Georgetown University.
How tall is Ivanka Trump?
Ivanka Trump stands 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 meters) tall.
What is Ivanka Trump’s combined net worth with Jared Kushner?
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner’s combined net worth is estimated at over $800 million, with extensive assets in private equity, commercial real estate, and investment trusts.
