Tim Gill

Connecting the electronic universe to the real world.

Tim Gill is a prominent entrepreneur, philanthropist, and technology innovator who co-founded Josh.ai, a smart home technology company, in 2015.1 2 As the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Josh.ai, Gill oversees all aspects of the company's technology and built the core of the Josh.ai programming language called J++.4

Background and Career Highlights

Born on October 18, 1953, Gill is an American computer software programmer and entrepreneur.5
In 1981, with a $2,000 loan from his parents, Gill founded Quark, Inc., a company that revolutionized the publishing industry with innovative page-layout software.2
He sold his 50% stake in Quark in 1999 for approximately $500 million.2 5

Philanthropy and Activism

Gill is widely recognized for his philanthropic efforts and activism, particularly in advancing LGBTQ rights:

In 1994, he founded the Gill Foundation, which has invested over $442 million in programs and nonprofit organizations supporting LGBTQ equality.3
He has committed more than $500 million to LGBTQ rights causes since the early 1990s, making him the single largest individual donor to the LGBTQ rights movement in U.S. history as of 2019.5

Josh.ai and Current Role

In 2015, Gill co-founded Josh.ai, a smart home technology start-up:

Josh.ai develops voice-controlled home automation systems using its own innovative AI technology platform.2 3
As CTO, Gill built the heart of the Josh.ai programming language, J++, and oversees all technological aspects of the company.4

Personal Life

Gill lives in Denver, Colorado, with his husband, Scott Miller.3
Outside of work, he enjoys snowboarding and is known for his love of dogs.4

Tim Gill's unique combination of technological expertise, entrepreneurial success, and commitment to social causes has positioned him as a significant figure in both the tech industry and philanthropy sectors.