Daniel Gilbert: Forbes 92nd Richest Man On Earth

Facts about Daniel Gilbert

Full Name: Daniel Gilbert

Born: January 17, 1962

Age: 61

Source of Wealth: Quicken Loans (Self Made)

Self-Made Score: 8

Philanthropy Score: 1

Residence: Franklin, Michigan, United States

Citizenship: United States

Marital Status: Married

Children: 5

Education: Bachelor of Arts/Science, Michigan State University; LLB, Wayne State University

Ranking and Net Worth:

Ranking (World): #78

Net Worth (8/30/23): $21.6 billion (Real Time Net Worth)

Net Worth (4/4/23): $18 billion (2023 Billionaires Net Worth)

Biography:

Daniel Gilbert, born on January 17, 1962, is a prominent American businessman and entrepreneur known for his significant contributions to the mortgage industry and various business ventures.

At the age of 22, Gilbert co-founded what would eventually become Quicken Loans, now the largest mortgage lender in the United States. Under his leadership, Quicken Loans has achieved remarkable success, originating billions of dollars in mortgages annually. In 2020, the company went public under the name Rocket Companies, achieving a valuation of $36 billion.

Beyond his success in the mortgage industry, Gilbert is recognized as the owner of the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers. His involvement in professional sports reflects his diverse interests and investments.

Gilbert is also a major player in the revitalization of downtown Detroit. Through his companies, he has invested billions of dollars to purchase and renovate buildings in the city, aiming to create jobs and foster economic growth. His ambitious plan is to generate around 24,000 jobs in downtown Detroit.

Gilbert’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found StockX, an online platform focused on sneaker sales. The platform reached unicorn status in 2019 and has garnered substantial attention in the e-commerce space. Investors have valued StockX at $3.8 billion, showcasing its significance in the market.