According to recent news, former Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton got married for the third time and announced it through his Facebook page. His bride Anna Orke had worked on his 2010 gubernatorial campaign. The post reads,
I am delighted to reach out to you in these challenging times with some very happy news: After twenty years of bachelorhood, I am now a married man!…
I know our age difference (I am 73; she is 32) will surprise many of you. The truth is, the feelings that developed between Ana and me, given our age difference, surprised us too, at first. But as we grew to know each other, we realized that the love binding us is far deeper and more meaningful than the years that separate us…
Besides, from 2001 to 2007, Eric’s father was a United States Senator for Minnesota and from 1991 to 1995, he was the Minnesota State Auditor. Currently, Mark is a member of the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party (DFL) of Minnesota, affiliated with the Democratic National Party.
The legalization of same-sex marriage and the construction of the U.S. stadium for NFL’s Minnesota Vikings are his key political measures as governor.
Eric Dayton’s father Mark Dayton married thrice. He shares two sons – Eric and Andrew – from his previous marriage. Anyway, here we will talk about one of his sons named Eric Dayton. He was named the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leader for 2019.
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Get a chance to know more about Eric Dayton including his birthday, age, height, nationality, Instagram, wife, job, and net worth through his wiki-bio.
| Full Name | Eric Dayton |
| Birthdate | N/A |
| Birthplace | Minneapolis |
| Age | 40s |
| Height | N/A |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | A Businessman |
| Married/Wife | Cornelia Dayton. |
Full Name
Eric Dayton
Birthplace
Minneapolis
How old is Eric Dayton, Mark Dayton’s son?
Considering his looks, Eric Dayton’s age might be in his late thirties or early 40s. Unfortunately, the exact date of his birthday is still under the wrap which will be revealed soon.
How tall is Eric Dayton?
Eric Dayton Mark Dayton’s son stands at a tall height which might be over five feet.
Nationality
American
Social Media
Eric Dayton Mark Dayton’s son is active on social media platforms especially Twitter. He runs his account under the name (@ericdayton) and has more than 6 thousand followers.
Mr. Dayton is also active on Instagram and runs his account under the name (@ericdayton) and has over five thousand followers. Eric Dayton’s Instagram bio reads,
Eric Dayton
Co-Founder: @AskovFinlayson @TheGreatNorthernFestival
On a mission to #KeepTheNorthCold
www.askovfinlayson.com
Who is Eric Dayton, Mark Dayton’s son? Wiki, Bio
Eric Dayton was born to parents – father Mark Dayton and mother Alida Ferry Rockefeller. His father is an American politician whereas his mother, a philanthropist, is the youngest sister of John Davison “Jay” Rockefeller IV, U.S. Senator.
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Mr. Dayton’s parents got married in 1978 however the pair divorced in 1986. In addition to his family, Eric has a brother named Andrew.
Eric Dayton’s parents now
Mr. Dayton’s father Mark got married to Janice R. Haarstick (from 1996 to 1999). Following his divorce, he recently got married to his third wife Anna Orke.
On the other hand, Mr. Dayton’s mother married the president of Aureus, an addiction recovery organization, William Messinger. The pair share a daughter.
Education Background
Eric Dayton graduated from Williams College and then graduated from the Stanford Graduate School of Business with an MBA. He was a part of the Arctic Transect 2004 expedition led by famed polar explorer Will Steger, a six-month, 2,000-mile dogsled expedition.
Bachelor Farmer restaurant
The restaurant owned by Mark Dayton’s sons Eric and Andrew Dayton closed down permanently. In addition to the coronavirus pandemic, it had been closed for the last six weeks.
On April 30 this year, the Dayton brothers announced the news on the website of the trendsetting fine-dining restaurant. In a letter on the restaurant’s website, Eric wrote,
We are already walking a fine line before COVID-19, and given that no one knows how long the impacts of this pandemic will last, or what the new normal will be, I do not see a viable path forward,
I'm so proud to see @BachelorFarmer alumni starting businesses of their own – good luck, Said!https://t.co/HhJNVzNaxZ
— Eric Dayton (@ericdayton) December 6, 2020
The Dayton brothers continued to pay employees and will continue to offer comprehensive health insurance by May 31, the statement said.
Askov Finlayson
It is a Northern outfitter and a lifestyle brand based in Minneapolis that mostly features menswear, outdoor clothes for men, gear and accessories.
Eric and his brother Andrew founded Askov Finlayson in 2011. Askov Finlayson was named the Best Men’s Store in America by Esquire in 2014. It gained more national recognition in 2015, when GQ named it among America’s 10 Best Menswear Stores.
Is Eric Dayton married? Who is Eric Dayton’s wife?
Eric Dayton is a married man and a father to three children. He often posts pictures of his family on his Instagram account.
Mr. Dayton married his current wife Cornelia Dayton. On 29 December 2019, he uploaded a picture with his wife wishing her a happy (8th) marriage anniversary.
The couple shares three sons – Hugo, George, and Wilder John Dayton.
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During an interview, when asked how does he maintain a work-life balance, Mr. Dayton answered,
This question is very timely. My wife is due with our third child next week. So this fall is not a lesson in how to maintain work-life balance. Don’t try to have a major product release and welcome a new child into the world in back-to-back weeks.
My family is the bigger priority, no question. You have to maintain clarity around that, but I also work a lot. I try to make really efficient use of my time because I don’t have any to waste.
How much is Eric Dayton’s net worth?
In 2012, a group, who opposed a constitutional amendment to establish marriage as between a man and a woman, raised some money. The contributions came from more than 16,000 private donors, including about 14,800 from Minnesota.
Andrew and Eric, Dayton’s sons, pledged $200,000 in matching funds. According to a 2010 federal tax document, Eric Dayton serves as one of the trustees of the foundation.
With a $1.6 billion net worth, the Dayton family ranked 157 in America’s Richest Families, according to the rankings from Forbes in 2015.
As of now, Mr. Dayton is the co-owner of Askov Finlayson, Marvel Bar, and former co-owner of Bachelor Farmer restaurant. He is the president of the board of The Great Northern, an annual 10-day winter celebration that honors the signature season of Minnesota.
In 2020, Eric Dayton’s net worth is under review. But it is estimated to ber over $1 million dollars.
