H. Gary Morse is an American entrepreneur who has a net worth of $2.5 billion. H. Gary Morse is the son of Michigan-born developer, Harold Schwartz. Mr. Schwartz purchased a large amount of land in Florida with a business partner in the 60s. Selling the land while living in another state became a legal issue, and the partnership reworked the business into a mobile home development.
The new venture was unsuccessful, and Mr. Schwartz ultimately bought out his partner, and brought in his son H. Gary Morse. H. Gary Morse ended up turning the development into a massively successful retirement community called, The Villages. The community has gained increasing notice, as it has become one of the most powerful voting blocks in the nation. Mr. Morse is often referred to as the “Wizard of Oz”, because he controls the local newspaper and radio stations, and consequently, has a large influence on the community. However, he is rarely seen.
| Net Worth: | $2.5 Billion |
| Date of Birth: | Dec 19, 1936 – Oct 29, 2014 (77 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Chicago, Illinois |
| Profession: | Community developer |