Norman A. Anderson III is a person of very few words but a creator and developer of many great ideas and endeavors.  He holds a Bachelors degree in Accounting.  Norman has worked for the past 15+ years as a buyer, merchandise planner, private label program developer, and clothing line developer for department stores and designers.  He has worked for some of the biggest names in the fashion industry, inclusive of but not limited to Federated, Wal Mart, Kohls, Paris Collections (Yves St. Laurent, Christian Lacroix, Claude Montana, New Man), Sean John Kids, Calvin Klein Kids, Lacoste Kids,and Izod Kids.

Norman was a board member and fundraiser for Harlem Dowling Center for Children's Services. He also participated in Federated's nonprofit organization, Partner's in Time. 

Norman is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of The VertiKal Group, Inc. He initially developed a clothing line for the VertiKal skateboard team that grew into a force that positive people began to identify with.  With the positive energy generated from the VertiKal name, The VertiKal Group Inc., was formed.  Norman has plans for the VertiKal group that exceeds its' current functions; which at its' core is to enhance and enrich peoples' lives.  "It is not just about a clothing line or a skateboard team. It's not just about building a brand. It's about building a lifestyle... a movement." Norman is the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer for the Winged Victory Foundation. He is also the Chief Financial Officer for the T.O.U.C.H. Foundation.

Norman is the proud father of 11 year old, Norman A. Anderson, IV.

"So if your game, hustle, and lifestlye are tight, welcome to the family of living VertiKal!"