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Duchossois Industries, INC.: What Makes Us Different

What Makes Us Different?



We have a long-term perspective

Our investment philosophy is not based upon attaining a targeted IRR within a 3-5 year time horizon. We understand the complexities of growing a business. We are probably more patient than most financial investors.


We are investors and operators

We are a holding company for other successful operating companies. Each of our senior executives has significant experience running a business. Our model is to provide an appropriate level of support and resources to our management teams to help them grow and develop their businesses.


Our capital is provided by a single source

All of the capital used to make our investments is provided by the Duchossois family. Decision making is fast and flexible. We can tailor an investment to meet a company’s needs and objectives.


We understand family-owned businesses

As a third generation family business, we understand the unique issues that surround a family business, and we have the expertise and ability to customize our approach to respond to a seller’s specific needs.


We offer a great environment for management teams

Management teams will share financially in the growth and success of their business while being a part of a larger family of companies. We provide significant financial and human resources, a willingness to provide management with a high level of autonomy, and insist on a commitment to the personal growth of our people. We have fun!


To Whom is the “DII Difference” Likely to Matter?

  • Family Owned Businesses with Unique Cultural, Tax, Estate or Structural Issues

  • Independent Management Groups Desiring Patient Capital for a New Concept

  • Existing Companies whose Management Teams are Seeking Capital or a Liquidity Event, but not a Loss of Control or Autonomy

  • Private Company Owners Interested in Maintaining some Equity following a Transaction

  • Management Teams Needing the Resources and Support to Take Their Businesses to the Next Level without a Requirement to focus on the “Exit Strategy”

 

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Key Executives

Richard L.
Duchossois

Chairman

Craig J. Duchossois
CEO

Robert L. Fealy
Executive Vice President

Michael E. Flannery
Executive Vice President and CFO