James Webb Young
American businessman
About James Webb Young
Lived 1886 – 1973 (aged 86–87). James Webb Young was an American businessperson, university teacher and advertising person.
James Webb Young (1886-1973) was an American advertising executive at J. Walter Thompson who became First Chairman of The Advertising Council.
He was inducted in the American Advertising Federation Hall of Fame.
Young received many honors and awards including the Advertising Man of the Year Award in 1946.
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Who was James Webb Young?
American businessman (1886–1973)
When was James Webb Young born?
James Webb Young was born in 1886.
When did James Webb Young die?
James Webb Young died in 1973.
What was James Webb Young's occupation?
James Webb Young was a businessperson, university teacher and advertising person.
What nationality was James Webb Young?
James Webb Young was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). James Webb Young. https://biography.guide/james-webb-young/
MLA: "James Webb Young." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/james-webb-young/.
Chicago: "James Webb Young." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/james-webb-young/.
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