Glen A. Taylor is an American businessman, the self-made billionaire founder of Taylor Corporation, a major graphic communications and commercial printing firm. Born in 1941 in Montana, he moved to an 80-acre farm in northern Idaho a year later. His family struggled financially, leading him to manage the farm from the age of 12 (milking cows, feeding cattle, chopping wood) and work numerous odd jobs to pay for his tuition.

Taylor's education is a blend of practical and elite: he graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato, with a B.S. in mathematics, physics, and social studies, and received an Executive MBA from Harvard Business School in 1978. His career began with public service: he served as a Republican Minnesota State Senator from 1981 to 1990.

Glen Taylor purchased Taylor Corporation (formerly Carlson Wedding Service) in 1975 and grew it into a multinational printing and electronics company, specializing in high-volume graphic communications. His political career ended in 1990 when he resigned from the Senate to focus on his burgeoning business.

His most public ventures are in sports ownership. He purchased the Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) in 1994 and the Minnesota Lynx (WNBA) in 1999. He served as Chairman of the NBA Board of Governors for two non-consecutive terms. In 2021, he entered into an agreement to sell the Timberwolves and Lynx to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez for $1.5 billion, retaining a 20 percent ownership stake. He is also the owner of the Star Tribune newspaper. His wealth is tied to his immense graphic communications empire and his capital gains from sports asset monetization.

Glen Taylor's social impact is structural, stemming from Taylor Corporation's role as a major industrial employer in the U.S. and his commitment to Minnesota sports and media. His philanthropy supports various educational and community initiatives (including Minnesota State University, Mankato).

His political career highlights his commitment to civic service and moderate Republicanism. His structural contribution is the preservation of the Star Tribune and the long-term commitment of the NBA/WNBA teams to Minnesota.

Glen Taylor maintains the professional, composed style of a successful executive and former politician. His attire is consistently formal and high-quality, favoring tailored business suits, often blended with sports apparel. His aesthetic is one of stability and civic authority.

Residing in Mankato, Minnesota, his luxury is the immense security and financial reward derived from his multi-billion dollar fortune. His life is defined by his commitment to industrial manufacturing, regional media, and professional sports governance.