John P. VanDenburgh, III, 1970 B.S. in marketing. While at NAU, he was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity. Mr. VanDenburgh is managing partner with JLE Ventures. Following graduation, Mr. VanDenburgh returned to Phoenix to work in his family’s business, the American Fence Company. American Fence was founded in 1948 by Mr. VanDenburgh’s grandfather with an initial focus in fence contracting. By 1976, Mr. VanDenburgh was appointed president, a position he held until 1997. Mr. VanDenburgh has been an active member in several business organizations and a supporter of NAU and its programs. He also enjoys golf and skiing in his free time. Mr. VanDenburgh’s wife Kristen ‘72 and son John ‘99 are also NAU alumni.