Gregory Holder
Every masterpiece begins with a story worth preserving.
Gregory Holder
Gregory Holder is an American artist, designer, author, and entrepreneur whose work is dedicated to one enduring belief: legacy deserves to be preserved.
For more than twenty-five years, Gregory has transformed architectural glass into museum-quality works of art that celebrate achievement, preserve history, and honor the lives of extraordinary people. Every masterpiece is handcrafted through his signature deep-carving process, creating permanent heirlooms designed to inspire future generations.
Before becoming internationally recognized for his artistry, Gregory developed his discipline and competitive spirit as a Division I football player at the University of Utah before earning an opportunity with the Los Angeles Raiders organization.
As the founder of Icons By Holder, Gregory has created commissioned works for professional athletes, charitable organizations, universities, corporate leaders, public figures, collectors, and families throughout the United States.
His portfolio includes collaborations with the NFL Alumni, American Heart Association, Playboy Mansion, Wildlife Waystation, Los Angeles Lakers charitable initiatives, Los Angeles Kings charitable events, the Sri Lankan Consulate, and numerous civic and philanthropic organizations.
His commissioned and non-commissioned work has honored icons including Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, Manny Pacquiao, Shaquille O’Neal, Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Carmelo Anthony, Jackie Robinson, Novak Djokovic, Pete Sampras, Smokey Robinson, and many others.
Yet Gregory believes recognition is never the destination. His greatest purpose is creating artwork that allows families, institutions, athletes, and organizations to preserve the moments that define who they are.
Today, Gregory’s creative vision extends far beyond architectural glass. Through luxury apparel, upcoming publications, public speaking, and future collections, he continues expanding Icons By Holder into a lifestyle brand centered on craftsmanship, purpose, leadership, and legacy.
“Art should outlive the moment it celebrates.”
Because true legacy is never remembered. It is carved.
Over Twenty-Five Years of Commissioned Museum-Quality Masterworks
For more than twenty-five years, Gregory Holder has created museum-quality glass artwork for private collectors, professional athletes, charitable organizations, universities, corporations, and cultural institutions. His portfolio includes both commissioned works created directly for clients and private collector commissions honoring many of the world’s most celebrated athletes and historical figures.
Commissioned by Professional Athletes
These works were commissioned directly by the athlete, their representatives, or an authorized organization.
NBA
- Magic Johnson
- Shaquille O’Neal
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- Gary Payton
- Chris Webber
- Gilbert Arenas
NFL
- Walter Payton
- Willie Gault
- Ron Brown
- Jackie Slater
- Eric Dickerson
- Jerome Bettis
- Reggie Bush
- Matt Leinart
MLB
- Eddie Murray
Boxing
- Muhammad Ali
- Mike Tyson
- Manny Pacquiao
- Oscar De La Hoya
- Sugar Shane Mosley
Tennis
- Pete Sampras
Private Collector Commissions Honoring Athletes
The following works were commissioned by private collectors and fans to honor these legendary athletes. These commissions were not created for or commissioned directly by the athlete unless otherwise noted.
- Kobe Bryant
- LeBron James
- Carmelo Anthony
- Derek Fisher
- Lamar Odom
- Jim Brown
- Larry Fitzgerald
- Emmitt Smith
- LaDainian Tomlinson
- Tim Lincecum
- Jackie Robinson
- Eric Davis
- Novak Djokovic
- Floyd Mayweather
Organizations, Foundations & Institutions
Gregory Holder has also been commissioned by charitable organizations, foundations, universities, corporate leaders, and cultural institutions, including:
- American Heart Association
- NFL Alumni
- Los Angeles Lakers Charity
- Los Angeles Kings Charity
- Playboy Mansion
- Wildlife Waystation
- Lincoln Club
- Sri Lankan Consulate
- Boys & Girls Club of Pomona Valley
- Ron McBride Foundation
- Elias Heart Foundation
- NAAAA
The organizations listed above represent a selection of Gregory Holder’s commissioned partnerships and institutional collaborations. His complete portfolio spans more than twenty-five years and includes numerous additional charitable organizations, universities, corporations, civic leaders, private collectors, and cultural institutions throughout the United States.
Professional Disclosure
Client names listed as commissioned works represent projects completed either directly for the individual or organization, or as private collector commissions honoring those individuals. Icons By Holder does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation unless expressly stated.
The People Behind The Legacy
Icons By Holder is built upon more than exceptional craftsmanship — it is driven by leadership, creativity, strategic vision, and meaningful relationships. Together, Gregory Holder, Milan Holder, and Obinna Akujoubi combine artistic excellence, brand leadership, and strategic partnerships to create museum-quality experiences that preserve history, celebrate achievement, and honor legacy for generations to come.
Gregory Holder
For more than twenty-five years, Gregory Holder has dedicated his life to creating museum-quality glass masterpieces that preserve history, celebrate achievement, and honor legacy.
Every Icons By Holder commission is personally designed and handcrafted by Gregory using his signature deep-carving process, transforming architectural glass into timeless works of art collected throughout the United States.
Milan Holder
Milan Holder leads the creative vision and strategic growth of Icons By Holder. She oversees branding, luxury client experiences, proposal development, business strategy, marketing, and national partnerships.
Milan also serves on the Board of Directors for both the Texas Chapter and Orlando Chapter of the National Alliance of African American Athletes (NAAAA), helping strengthen relationships between athletics, education, and community leadership.
Obinna Akujuobi
Obinna Akujuobi helps connect athletes, universities, corporations, charitable organizations, and private collectors with museum-quality legacy artwork and custom commission experiences.
He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas Chapter of the National Alliance of African American Athletes (NAAAA), helping build meaningful partnerships that support student-athletes and expand the mission of both organizations.
Every Legacy Has A Story Worth Preserving
At Icons By Holder, we believe great art should do more than decorate a room — it should preserve the people, achievements, and moments that define a life. Every commission is personally designed and handcrafted with the understanding that the story entrusted to us is irreplaceable.
Whether honoring an athlete, celebrating a family legacy, recognizing an organization, or commemorating a milestone, we approach every masterpiece with the same commitment to craftsmanship, authenticity, and excellence.
It is carved.”