Daniel Sundheim is the American billionaire founder and Chief Investment Officer of D1 Capital Partners, a high-conviction global investment firm launched in 2018. A former CIO at Viking Global with 15 years of experience, he built D1 into a multi‑billion‑dollar firm investing across public and private markets—including leading positions in Instacart and SpaceX. He also serves on boards of MoMA, NYU Langone, and Columbia Grammar.

Daniel Pritzker is an American billionaire heir, musician, and filmmaker from the prominent Pritzker family, which founded Hyatt Hotels. A Tufts and Northwestern Law graduate, he co-founded the band Sonia Dada and directed the feature films Louis (2010) and Bolden (2019), a passion project depicting jazz pioneer Buddy Bolden. He is also a trustee of the Jay Pritzker Foundation and active in educational philanthropy.  

Craig Duchossois is an American billionaire investment executive and lifelong leader of the Duchossois Group, the diversified family firm originally built by his father, Richard L. Duchossois. Under his tenure, the firm became the largest individual shareholder of Churchill Downs, with over $700 million in equity. He has served in the U.S. Marine Corps, earned an MBA from SMU, and led the evolution of Duchossois Capital Management into a family office powerhouse.

Christopher “Kit” Goldsbury is the San Antonio–based billionaire who built his wealth through Pace Foods—taking over the company in 1977, buying it outright in the early ’90s, and selling it in 1994 to Campbell Soup for $1.1 billion. Today he leads Silver Ventures, the investment firm behind San Antonio’s revitalized Pearl Brewery district, and supports education and culinary causes through the Goldsbury Foundation. He keeps a famously low public profile.

J. Christopher “Chris” Flowers is a Harvard‑trained private equity investor and managing director & CEO of J.C. Flowers & Co., the premier global firm specializing in financial‑services investments. A former Goldman Sachs partner, Flowers made his name by steering the Shinsei Bank turnaround and advising AIG and Bank of America during the 2008 financial crisis. His firm has backed marquee deals like OSB, Elephant Insurance, and Jefferson Capital.

Chase Coleman III is the founder and managing partner of Tiger Global Management, one of the most powerful hedge funds and venture firms globally. A protégé of Julian Robertson, Coleman runs public and private tech-heavy investment strategies, overseeing around $46 billion in assets while building Tiger Global into a benchmark of high-growth returns. He is also active in education and conservation philanthropy. 

Charles R. Schwab is the pioneering founder, longtime CEO, and current Co‑Chairman of The Charles Schwab Corporation, which he started in 1971. Renowned for revolutionizing the discount brokerage industry—offering low-cost, tech-driven trading and eliminating commissions—he built one of the largest global investment firms managing over $10 trillion in client assets and serving more than 32 million accounts. Semi-retiring in 2008, he remains the largest individual shareholder and leads the Schwab Foundation’s education and dyslexia initiatives. 

Carl Icahn is the legendary activist investor and founder of Icahn Enterprises, the diversified conglomerate he controls with an 86% stake. Born in Brooklyn in 1936, he helped pioneer shareholder activism as a high-stakes corporate raider—targeting companies like Trans World Airlines and Time Warner—then transitioned into long-term value investing. His bet on CVR Energy has since become the financial backbone of Icahn Enterprises amid broader portfolio volatility.

Byron Trott is the founder, chairman and co‑CEO of BDT & MSD Partners, a high-end merchant bank advising and investing alongside family‑ and founder‑led firms. A former Goldman Sachs vice chairman turned confidant to billionaires including Warren Buffett and Michael Dell, Trott built his firm into a discreet powerhouse managing over $33 billion in capital. He is also a committed philanthropist and trustee at the University of Chicago, and current president emeritus of the Horatio Alger Association.

Behdad Eghbali is an Iranian–American billionaire and co‑founder & managing partner of Clearlake Capital, the fast‑growing private equity firm with over $90 billion in assets under management. A UC Berkeley Haas alumnus and former TPG and Morgan Stanley banker, he has steered high-profile investments in technology, industrials, and more. In May 2022, he became co-owner of Chelsea Football Club, reflecting his expanding global influence in sports ownership.

Bassam Alghanim is a Kuwaiti‑American billionaire heir and former CEO of Alghanim Industries, a sprawling Gulf conglomerate founded in 1932. He held a joint stake with his brother Kutayba—each controlling half—and today focuses on U.S. real estate (notably a Bel‑Air compound) and cannabis investments in Canada, while maintaining a low-profile philanthropic and business presence.

Arthur Dantchik is the American-born co‑founder and managing director of Susquehanna International Group (SIG), one of the world’s leading quantitative trading firms. A SUNY‑Binghamton alumnus and former professional poker player, he helped build SIG into a global powerhouse and steered early investments in ByteDance—earning a seat on its board.

Anthony Pritzker is an heir to the Pritzker family fortune (Hyatt Hotels) and Managing Partner of Pritzker Private Capital. A Dartmouth and University of Chicago MBA graduate, he has steered middle‑market acquisitions while supporting environmental, arts, and educational causes through UCLA and RAND. His low‑profile leadership focuses on operational discipline and civic impact.

Alexandre Behring is a Brazilian billionaire investor, co-founder of 3G Capital, and a key architect behind some of the largest corporate mergers in modern history. Known for his partnership with Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, Behring played a central role in transformative deals involving Heinz, Kraft, Burger King, and Anheuser-Busch InBev.

Jeffrey Katzenberg is a transformative figure in global media—reviving Disney animation, co-founding DreamWorks, and launching bold ventures like Quibi and WndrCo. A visionary producer and strategic political force, his impact spans entertainment, technology, and national influence.

Michael Eisner is a legendary media executive and former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, credited with reviving Disney’s creative legacy and expanding its global empire. From blockbuster films and theme parks to major acquisitions like ABC and ESPN, Eisner reshaped modern entertainment. After Disney, he founded The Tornante Company, continuing his influence through ventures in digital media, collectibles, and sports ownership.

Stephen M. Ross is a real estate magnate, philanthropist, and sports team owner known for founding Related Companies, the real estate firm behind iconic projects like Hudson Yards, and for owning the Miami Dolphins. With a significant influence in real estate, sports, and philanthropy.

Lakshmi Mittal is an Indian-born British business tycoon and the chairman and CEO of ArcelorMittal, the largest steelmaking company globally. His strategic acquisitions and innovative approaches have significantly shaped the global steel industry. Beyond business, Mittal is known for his philanthropic endeavors, especially in education and healthcare.

George Roberts is an influential figure in the world of private equity and finance, co-founding Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR), one of the world's leading global investment firms. Known for his role in shaping the leveraged buyout industry, Roberts has amassed significant wealth and has become a prominent philanthropist, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare.

Eric Smidt is the CEO and co-founder of Harbor Freight Tools, a privately held tool and equipment retailer with over 1,200 locations across the United States. Known for his keen business acumen, Smidt transformed Harbor Freight from a small mail-order business into a retail giant. He is also a notable philanthropist, with significant contributions to education and healthcare.