GARRY JONES

PRESIDENT, FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY, WINTER PARK

Jones started his career at Full Sail 45 years ago as a professor and rose through the ranks as the school grew. Full Sail University prepares graduates for careers in entertainment media and emerging technologies. It employs more than 2,600 people, has more than 22,000 current students and has educated more than 100,000 graduates over its 46-year history.

EDUCATION: Bluefield University (AA), Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (BS), Bluefield University (Ph.D.)

FIRST JOB: My professional life before Full Sail was that of a recording engineer, record producer and studio manager, during which I worked on major label projects that earned RIAA gold and platinum awards.

SOMETHING SURPRISING: Two decades ago, I started a collectible car company. This hobby-turned-business provides me with opportunities to not only drive many types of automobiles but also to meet other auto enthusiasts.