William Leavitt Brann | |
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Born | c. 1877 |
Died | April 11, 1951 Boynton Beach, Florida, United States |
Education | Indiana University |
Occupation(s) | Advertising executive, Racehorse owner/breeder |
Known for | Challedon, Gallorette |
Board member of | W. L. Brann Advertising Agency |
Spouse | Mabel Vreeland |
Children | 1) William Leavitt Jr. (1916-1998), 2) Mary Elizabeth |
William Leavitt Brann (c. 1877 – April 11, 1951) was an American businessman and Thoroughbred racehorse owner and breeder.
Born in Washington, Indiana, William Brann graduated from Indiana University Bloomington and moved to New York City where he founded the W. L. Brann Advertising Agency, serving national clients such as Montgomery Ward.