W. Brett Wilson Biography
W. Brett Wilson CM SOM is a Canadian philanthropist, businessman, and investment banker. He was a panelist on CBC Television’s Dragons’ Den in seasons 3, 4, and 5. His outspoken public utterances, particularly on social media, have garnered extensive attention and media coverage.
How old is W. Brett Wilson? – Age
He is 65 years old as of 1 July 2022. He was born in 1957 in North Battleford, Canada.
W. Brett Wilson Family – Education
He is the son of Doreen Wilson, and William George. Wilson earned a degree in civil engineering and worked for Imperial Oil in Western Canada’s oilfields for three years. He earned an MBA in entrepreneurship from the University of Calgary in 1985 and began working as an investment banker with McLeod Young Weir Limite.
Who is Brett Wilson married to? – Wife
From 1981 through 2001, Wilson was married to an engineering classmate. They have three adult children together including Russel Wilson, and Rebecca Wilson.
How did Brett Wilson make his money? – Net Worth
He has an estimated net worth of $300 Million.
W. Brett Wilson Calgary
Wilson accused Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi of “playing the race card” to win the 2017 election in a series of tweets on June 3, 2020. The “hateful” tweet, according to Mayor Nenshi, is an example of “casual racism.”
In response to Wilson’s tweet, actor and comedian Andrew Phung urged Calgary non-profits to stop accepting donations from him. Phung declared that he would not emcee or host events for organizations that collaborate with Wilson.
The Royal Roads University of British Columbia, which had previously awarded Wilson an honorary degree, issued a statement saying that Wilson’s comments were “inconsistent with RRU’s values and the president’s recent statements on anti-racism,” and references to Wilson on the university’s website were removed. The Nashville Predators (which Wilson owns in part) also issued a statement condemning Wilson’s “race card” remark, noting, “The Nashville Predators stand against racism and discrimination in all forms.” W. Brett Wilson is one of many Nashville Predators Ownership Group investors, and his views, remarks, and social media activities do not reflect or represent the organization or the National Hockey League.” Wilson “apologized without reservation” in response to the reaction.
W. Brett Wilson Dragons’ Den
He was a panelist on CBC Television’s Dragons’ Den in seasons 3, 4, and 5. Dragons’ Den is a Canadian television reality show based on the Dragons’ Den format, which originated in Japan. Dianne Buckner hosts the show, which premiered on CBC Television on October 3, 2006. In the hopes of acquiring business financing and collaborations, aspiring Canadian entrepreneurs pitch business and investment ideas to a panel of venture capitalists (dubbed “Dragons”). Dans l’oeil du Dragon (literally ‘in the Dragon’s eye’) is a Quebec-only spin-off of the show.
W. Brett Wilson Cancer
In 2001, Wilson was diagnosed with prostate cancer. He had therapy and revealed on Twitter that he is battling cancer for the second time. Wilson expressed gratitude for having beaten cancer 13 years ago and for the opportunity to “#kickingcancersass.”
W. Brett Wilson Book
He has written on entrepreneurship for Oilweek, Alberta Venture, and the National Post on a regular basis. Redefining Success: Still Making Mistakes was published by Penguin Books in 2012.
W. Brett Wilson Twitter
Wilson accused Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi of “playing the race card” to win the 2017 election in a series of tweets on June 3, 2020. The “hateful” tweet, according to Mayor Nenshi, is an example of “casual racism.” In response to Wilson’s tweet, actor and comedian Andrew Phung urged Calgary non-profits to stop accepting donations from him. Phung declared that he would not emcee or host events for organizations that collaborate with Wilson.
The Royal Roads University of British Columbia, which had previously awarded Wilson an honorary degree, issued a statement saying that Wilson’s comments were “inconsistent with RRU’s values and the president’s recent statements on anti-racism,” and references to Wilson on the university’s website were removed. The Nashville Predators (which Wilson owns in part) also issued a statement condemning Wilson’s “race card” remark, noting, “The Nashville Predators stand against racism and discrimination in all forms.” W. Brett Wilson is one of many Nashville Predators Ownership Group investors, and his views, remarks, and social media activities do not reflect or represent the organization or the National Hockey League.” Wilson “apologized without reservation” in response to the reaction.
