Alejandro Rivera
Biographical information
| Roles | Administrator |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Alejandro•Rivera Bascur |
| Used name | Alejandro•Rivera |
| Born | 28 August 1901 in Collipulli, Araucanía (CHI) |
| Died | 8 March 1985 |
| NOC |  Chile |
Biography
Alejandro Rivera studied at the University of Chile where he boxed and competed in athletics. He later became a lawyer. Rivera became director of the Chilean Olympic Committee in 1944 and was President of the National Sports Council from 1947-61. He was also the President of the Chilean Boxing Federation and Athletics Federation and led the Chilean Olympic Team at the 1948, 1956, and 1960 Olympic Games. Rivera was co-opted onto the IOC in June 1955 and was a member until his death in March 1985.
Organization roles
| Role | Organization | Tenure | NOC | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | Comité Olímpico de Chile | 1947—1961 | CHI |
Alejandro Rivera | |
| Member | International Olympic Committee | 1955—1985 | CHI |
Alejandro Rivera |