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John Hilbert III is the legacy of alumnus John "Jack" Hilbert II (1962). Jack strongly encouraged his sons to join Alpha-Sigma chapter of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity once accepted by The Ohio State University. His sons John III and Rob Hilbert (2000) are members.
John was initiated on May 25, 1989 and he graduated in 1993. John graduated among the very top in his class earning his bachelor’s degree in business. His impact on Kappa Sigma and the student body of The Ohio State University spoke of leadership over his four years of undergraduate service. Brother Hilbert III went on to earn his Juris Doctorate from Washington & Lee University (1997).
His commitment to making Kappa Sigma a well-respected Greek organization as well as creating a brotherhood that was fun-filled meant John applied himself in two very different areas. He served as the fraternity’s Fathers Weekend Chair. His work also came in the form of being chairman of philanthropy for Alpha-Sigma chapter helping the philanthropic partner, the Hannah-Neil Foundation
The role Brother Hilbert III held within the University allowed him to carve a path towards business during his pursuit of his BS degree. Representing Kappa Sigma, John was the chairman of Greek Week for the campus Greek System. He served as the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) as its Chief of Staff. Finally, John would serve all Ohio State students by serving first as USG Vice President and, finally, USG President for Ohio State students. As a member of the Young Republican Club at OSU and upon graduation, Brother Hilbert was chosen to attend the Republican National Convention, a move which influenced his decision to seek Washington D.C. for business.
Moving into the business sector post-college, Brother Hilbert III would eventually find himself as a government affairs advocate of the highest order. Currently, John is the owner of KHA Consultants, a government affairs firm located in Washington D.C. He also serves as the CEO of Vanitec Limited, a business operation with home office operations in London, U.K.
John happily married Kenneth Graham in 2003. He is a parent of one child, Warren Hilbert-Graham, who was born in 2009. The Hilbert-Graham family make their home in Annapolis, MD.
Submitted by: Walt Shuler in nomination of John Hilbert III for 2024 Hall of Fame