William J. Fultz
William J. Fultz
William J. Fultz
Bill Fultz attended Iowa State University on a basketball scholarship in 1950-1951 studying architecture. As an Air Force Reservist, his college career was interrupted when he was called to active duty in the Korean War.
When discharged, he continued his studies at Notre Dame University and graduated with a degree in art, advertising, and marketing.
He began his professional career at Look Magazine and later joined Meredith Corporation as art director for Better Homes and Gardens. In 1960, he started a printing company and design studio, The Graphic Corporation.
In the 1970s, the company added advertising and public relations to its services. In 1980, the agency was acquired as a division of Young & Rubicam Advertising, becoming one of the largest full service agencies in the Midwest.
Fultz retired in 1996 to pursue his art career. A nationally recognized artist, he has painted portraits of Pope John XXII, Pope John Paul II, Barbara Bush, university department heads, and business leaders.
During his career, Fultz has served on numerous boards such as the American Association of Advertising Agencies’ Government Relations Board, the Midwest Arts Council, the Iowa Arts Council, and Studio Art Centers International in Florence, Italy.
