John Thall
John Thall
John Thall has never wavered in his commitment to representing rock and roll stars since he began. His keen awareness of musicians like Daryl Hall and John Oates stems from a genuine concern for their well-being.
Before becoming an attorney, Thall was a member of the Arts Student League in New York and taught there. Additionally, he collaborated with Willem de Kooning and Arshile Gorky during the Great Depression.
Early Life and Education
John Thall was born in 1888 and currently resides in Enfield, New York with his wife Florence.
John is an experienced President with years of expertise in Business Development and Operations. Currently, he works at Planet Hollywood International.
He is a devout Catholic and passionate about religious education, helping children and youth reach their full potential.
He exhibits a strong work ethic and is dedicated to his job.
As an artist, he has been featured in exhibitions around the globe. His paintings are created using both oils and acrylic paints.
He was a member of the Art Student League in New York, where he studied under Arthur B. Davies, George Bellows, George Luks and John Sloan. He lived and painted throughout Mexico, the West Indies and Europe; his works were featured by The Whitney Museum between 1949 and 1950.
Professional Career
John has been active in community development work for many years. Currently, he serves on the steering committee of Alliance for Racial Equity and volunteers with his church’s Youth Ministry.
His colleagues consider him one of their own. Additionally, he has authored several books including the recently released What They Won’t Tell You About the Music Business.
One of his many awards and accolades, Thall’s involvement in the Mel King Institute (MKI) stands out. A former head of DHCD’s SEED program funding Community Development Corporations (CDC), Thall has been instrumental in this groundbreaking initiative. A dedicated volunteer, his expertise ranges from policy development to grant writing.
Achievements and Honors
John Thall (pronounced “Toll”) was an integral part of the Mauk family’s lumber business for over fifty years. He held various leadership positions within the company, such as president from 1932 to 1960; director and chairman of the board; and vice-president from 1956 to 1959.
He was an avid sportsman of his day, participating in tennis and golf. Additionally, he was an accomplished yachtsman, having navigated the Great Lakes and taken numerous international trips.
In 1984, Richard and Alice Thall founded the Richard and Alice Thall Student Scholarship Fund to aid undergraduates with financial need achieve academic success in the College of Arts and Sciences. Additionally, they made one of several gifts to the University’s teaching collection: 63 Siskind limited-edition photography prints as well as four Misrach limited-edition photographs prints.
Personal Life
John Thall enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures. Additionally, he has an inquisitive eye for art.
He studied art at the Art Students League in New York and Paris, making friends with renowned painters such as Willem de Kooning and Arshile Gorky.
His paintings feature vibrant color and form, drawing inspiration from past masters while adding his unique perspective.
For his entire career, he has stayed true to his artistic ideals and values. His artwork embodies honesty at its core – creating art that is true and honest in its essence.
Aside from his professional endeavors, he has been dedicated to giving back to the community. With a particular passion for education, he established a scholarship fund for students at Lehigh University.
Net Worth
John Thall is an American country music singer-songwriter with a net worth of $200 million. He co-founded and CEO of Pura Vida Bracelets, which boasts 1.9 million followers on Instagram, as well as being inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
On June 11, 2021, he sold 15,000 shares of VRA stock for $186,150; this marks his most significant trade in 6 years. As of that date, he owns 82,447 shares according to SEC filings and Form 4 insider trades. As Chief Financial Officer at Vera Bradley Inc, his yearly salary is $856,902. Additionally, he is an expert at identifying quality companies to invest in.