John Gilson
John Gilson
John Gilson was born and raised in Kingsley Place, Heaton and is widely considered one of the finest commercial poster artists of the 20th century.
He has worked at several prestigious photo labs in New York City, which greatly shaped his artistic style. Additionally, he pioneered the technique known as ‘visual silence’ in advertising.
Early Life and Education
John Gilson was an extraordinary intellect and spiritual force. He believed that children should be nurtured in an atmosphere of respect and tolerance, where they could develop naturally.
John was an outdoorsy person, who enjoyed reading widely and becoming passionate about social reform.
He achieved great success at Northwestern Business College and went on to work for Nunn-Bush Shoe Company in Springfield, Illinois.
John was actively involved in the Jaycees, serving as vice president by 1964. A dedicated worker and strong work ethic, John also enjoyed spending time with family and friends outside of work.
Professional Career
John Gilson’s professional career encompassed numerous positions within a variety of industries. He was an experienced executive, experienced manager, and dedicated professional.
He is a licensed attorney in Georgia and South Carolina, practicing Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury/Wrongful Death/Medical Malpractice/Business Disputes/Criminal Defense.
He is a native of Glen Ridge and holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Princeton University. While at Princeton, he served on their campus band and Terrace Club.
After college, John worked for Prudential Insurance Co. before serving in the US Army as a decorated Green Beret with extensive combat deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and beyond. Upon returning home, John became an engaged member of his community by volunteering for various organizations.
Achievements and Honors
John was driven by a fierce competitive spirit that infected every aspect of his life. From leading intramural sports teams to championships or playing competitive golf, his drive and determination never wavered.
As a student, he was recognized for his academic accomplishments with multiple awards and honors. These included the Otto A. Shultz Award for Distinguished Scholar, Trustees Distinguished Scholar Award, and Leo Bronstein Homage Award in recognition of exemplary scholarship and community-building activities.
He was an active member of the University of Colorado community, attending games and rooting on his beloved Buffs. Additionally, he belonged to First United Methodist Church and enjoyed music – particularly jazz – immensely. Most importantly, though, he had a deep-seated passion for Colorado and its outdoors activities.
Personal Life
John is an inspiring, passionate, and caring individual who believes in giving his students the power to pursue their interests on their own terms. He’s not afraid to challenge the traditional educational system to help his students embrace the concept of carpe diem – live for today – as he does.
He has accomplished much and inspired many through his life. Most importantly, he is a dedicated family man, cherishing time with his wife Kim and three children: Kylsie, Austin, and Corbin.
John has a deep-seated passion for helping his clients plan for retirement. He also volunteers at his local church and belongs to the Smithsburg Jaycees, an organization that promotes volunteerism within the community. When not working, John enjoys traveling and discovering new places.
Net Worth
John Gilson is a well-known personality who has worked hard to reach his success. His charismatic presence has had an incredible effect on millions of people around the world.
He has achieved great success as a result of his hard work, becoming one of the most admired celebrities worldwide. Thanks to his success, he has amassed an impressive fortune through his hard work.
His net worth is estimated to be $75 million as of 2017. As an entertainment lawyer, he has represented numerous renowned names in the music industry.
He owns a number of assets, such as his private jet and luxurious cars like a Rolls Royce Phantom, Cadillac Escalade and Bentley Continental.