David Green (born November 13, 1941) [1] is an American businessman and the founder of Hobby Lobby, a chain of arts and crafts stores. He is a major financial supporter of Evangelical organizations in the United States and funded the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.

Apr 2, 2024 · A preacher's son from a poor background, Hobby Lobby founder David Green opened his first crafts shop in 1970 with a $600 loan. His empire has grown from a single 300-square-foot store in...

Oct 27, 2022 · Hobby Lobby founder David Green announced through an Oct. 21 op-ed at Fox News that he's giving up his company, and that he "chose God" over wealth.

Jul 1, 2014 · Hobby Lobby owner David Green has been described by Forbes magazine as “the largest evangelical benefactor in the world”, and says that his entire $5.1 billion (£3 billion) empire belongs...

With a $600 loan and an idea to make miniature picture frames, David Green founded what is now Hobby Lobby. From its modest beginning, the company now totals over 1,000 stores. David serves as chairman of the affiliate companies, the CEO of Hobby Lobby and a …

4 days ago · The "He Gets Us" ad campaign, funded in part by Hobby Lobby's David Green, will air a new commercial during Super Bowl LIX. The ad series, which promotes a message of Jesus' love, has drawn criticism for its ties to conservative groups. This year's Super Bowl ad will feature a gesture of embrace ...

Sep 18, 2012 · David Green insists God is the true owner of his $3 billion arts and crafts chain. Acting as His disciple, Green has become the largest evangelical benefactor in the world—with plans for...

Apr 17, 2017 · Explore the remarkable journey of David Green, founder of Hobby Lobby, as he shares insights on blessings, generosity, and the profound importance of leaving a lasting legacy. Discover how his faith and commitment to stewardship have shaped his life and vision, inspiring others to live with purpose and generosity.

He combined business and faith to grow Hobby Lobby from one store to more than 450. In 1972, David Green founded a small retail store to sell the picture frames he was manufacturing. With just a $600.00 loan and his retail experience, the store began to grow over the next three years.

Oct 28, 2022 · In his new book, Leadership Not by the Book: 12 Unconventional Principles to Drive Incredible Results, Green lays out what his vision looks like for a thriving work environment, which he emphasizes never involves asking employees or prospective employees about their own deeply held beliefs.