Owner, CEO, Wilson Automotive
WHY: Owns 17 dealerships worth nearly $2.2B last year. Wilson was VP and general manager of a Lincoln Mercury dealership in Phoenix, before buying out owner of Toyota of Orange in 1985. Flagship store generated $312M last year.
RECENT: One of OC’s wealthiest with estimated $625M net worth, up $25M from year prior.
NOTABLE: Supports Chapman, Orangewood, SchoolPower in Laguna Beach, and Boys & Girls Clubs.
FUN FACTS: Favorite film, “The Iron Giant”; favorite book, “Atlas Shrugged.” Lists role: “car salesman.”
