Christopher Gardner

Christopher Gardner (born February 9, 1954 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is a self-made millionaire and entrepreneur. He is currently President and CEO of Chicago-based brokerage firm Gardner Rich & Co., which he founded in 1987. During the 1980s, Gardner was homeless several times while attempting to fulfill his dreams. Gardner wrote the book The Pursuit of Happyness about his life and struggle. Gardner is portrayed by Will Smith in the 2006 mo... more

Christopher Gardner (born February 9, 1954 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is a self-made millionaire and entrepreneur. He is currently President and CEO of Chicago-based brokerage firm Gardner Rich & Co., which he founded in 1987. During the 1980s, Gardner was homeless several times while attempting to fulfill his dreams. Gardner wrote the book The Pursuit of Happyness about his life and struggle. Gardner is portrayed by Will Smith in the 2006 movie The Pursuit of Happyness. Gardner, ChristopherGardner, ChristopherGardner, Christopher less