Bill Gallagher
Nutured Risk
August 13, 2007 | by brett | Permalink
Bill Gallagher likes to build things, and build things he has. His company, Oakmont Senior Living, is one of the largest developers in all of Sonoma County in northern California. The father of five is casual in tone, humble in contrast to what might be expected from a man so successful. At this point in his career, Bill is focused on the development of senior housing, and finds satisfaction in providing for the older members of the community. Bill likes to build things, but more he likes the entire process of development. Perhaps this explains his adopting three children after his own children were grown.
At 19, Bill Gallagher hitchhiked most of the way across Canada; he had no money and wanted to take a trip. Along the road, he was taken in by some travelers who had adopted children after their own had grown. Years later, Bill followed suit, and has relished in the opportunity to love and nurture his children.
Although still stressful at times, success has brought to Bill precious time to spend with his wife and five children. Bill is not a gambler, but rather uses his family minded mentality to calculate risk. But that calculation he does not suggest to someone without obligation.
“Whatever you want to do, really go after it. Really go for it. Don’t go for security before it’s necessary. Do your own thing and create something.”
Simple words from a simple man who has simply made it big.
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