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Rollan Roberts II
Born (1979-04-10) April 10, 1979 (age 46)
Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.
NationalityAmerican
EducationCrown College (BA)
Liberty University (MBA)
California Intercontinental University (DBA)
Occupation(s)Businessman, government advisor
Known for2024 Republican presidential candidate

Rollan Roberts II (born April 10, 1979) is an American businessman and political figure. He was a Republican candidate in the 2024 United States presidential election.[1] Roberts has been involved in various business ventures and advisory roles related to economic development and education.[2][3][4][5]

Early life and education

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Roberts was born in Birmingham, Alabama, and raised in Beaver, West Virginia. His father, Rollan A. Roberts, serves as a Republican state senator in West Virginia and also has a background as a pastor and educator.[6][7] He attended Crown College in Powell, Tennessee, where he earned a bachelor's degree in youth ministry. He later received a Master of Business Administration from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, and a Doctorate of Business Administration from California Intercontinental University.[8][5]

Career

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Roberts has worked in business, consulting, and advisory capacities. His professional activities have included involvement with projects related to economic and social development in regions of Africa and Asia.[9][10]

He has founded or been associated with several organizations, including Transform Africa and the U.S. Center for Diplomacy. He has also participated in initiatives concerning education, clean water, and entrepreneurship.[9][10]

Roberts has been a member of advisory boards such as the African-Asian Chamber of Commerce & Industry and previously served on boards for Guys with Ties and Junior Achievement. He has also been associated with the Direct Selling Association’s Education Committee and the National Down Syndrome Entrepreneur Academy.[11][12]

In 2017, Roberts spoke at an event at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, addressing topics related to intellectual property and U.S.–China trade relations. He has also taken part in discussions or advisory efforts involving government officials in South Sudan and Ukraine.[9][10]

2024 presidential campaign

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Roberts announced his candidacy for President of the United States in 2024 as a member of the Republican Party. During his campaign announcement, an incident occurred in which his wife fainted while standing beside him. The moment received significant media coverage and attention on social media platforms.[6][13]

Publications

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Roberts is the author of several books on business and personal development, including:

  • Born to be Rich: How to Become a Money Magnet by Living Life on Purpose [14][15]
  • Born to Dream: Stop Wanting. Stop Wishing. Start Dreaming.[14][16]
  • Souled-Out Entrepreneurship: The 4 Evers to Being Iconic [14]
  • Green Greed: Irrational Exuberance 2.0: The Billion-Dollar Cannabis Meltdown [14]
  • Riot: An Assault on Modern Leadership [17]
  • 88 Days to Any Goal: How to Create Crazy Success Fast [18]

References

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  1. ^ "ROBERTS, ROLLAN II - Candidate overview". FEC.gov. January 1, 2019. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  2. ^ Wilson (December 20, 2023). "US Presidential Candidate Blasts Gov't". The New Republic Liberia. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  3. ^ Peña, Juan (April 23, 2023). "Meet the Republicans vying to run for the White House". VOZ News. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  4. ^ Castillo, Robert (January 20, 2023). "Rollan Roberts II announces his bid for presidency". www.wvva.com. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  5. ^ a b Young, Matt (January 23, 2023). "Dr. Rollan Roberts II announces his campaign for the Presidency of the United States". West Virginia Daily News. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  6. ^ a b Howell Jr., Tom. "Businessman's presidential bid off to rough start after pregnant wife faints". The Washington Times. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  7. ^ "West Virginia Legislature". Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  8. ^ "Dr. Rollan Roberts II | International Association of Pageantry". IAOP - Pageantry. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  9. ^ a b c MDNtv (August 22, 2023). "From Businessman to Presidential Candidate: Dr. Rollan Roberts II Embarks on a Historic Journey". MDNtv. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  10. ^ a b c Dawn, New (December 19, 2023). "US Presidential candidate slams sanction against Liberians". Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  11. ^ femi@phemotron.com (May 3, 2024). "Phemotron Systems Corporation, USA: Our Founder Meets Dr. Rollan Roberts II". Innovative Engineering!. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  12. ^ "Helping Down Syndrome Entrepreneurs Start & Accelerate Businesses!". stylo-ink.com. Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  13. ^ State senator's pregnant wife faints as he announces he is running for president. January 27, 2023. Retrieved October 25, 2025 – via www.independent.co.uk.
  14. ^ a b c d Saxo.com. "Alle bøger af Rollan Roberts II - Saxo. Læs Lyt Lev". Saxo.com (in Danish). Retrieved October 25, 2025.
  15. ^ II, Rollan A. Roberts (August 2007). Born to Be Rich: How to Become a Money Magnet by Living Life on Purpose. Tate Publishing. ISBN 978-1-60247-371-3.
  16. ^ II, Rollan A. Roberts (August 2009). Born to Dream. Tate Publishing. ISBN 978-1-60799-845-7.
  17. ^ II, Rollan A. Roberts; Roberts, Rollan A. (September 2011). Riot: An Assault on Modern Leadership. Outskirts Press, Incorporated. ISBN 978-1-4327-6984-0.
  18. ^ Roberts, Rollan (January 1, 2019). 88 Days to Any Goal: How to Create Crazy Success - Fast (Ignite Reads) (1st ed.). Naperville, Illinois, United States: Sourcebooks. ISBN 978-1-4926-8050-5.
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