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Duchossois Technology Partners

North America, Illinois, United States, Elmhurst

Description

Duchossois Capital Partners (DCP) serves as the dedicated investment arm of The Duchossois Group, a venerable family-owned enterprise with a deep-rooted history in building and operating diverse businesses. Established in 1988, DCP leverages this extensive operational experience and a robust network to identify and support promising companies. The firm is headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois, and is known for its strategic, long-term approach to value creation, aiming to partner closely with management teams to help them achieve their strategic objectives and foster sustainable growth.

DCP's investment mandate spans a broad spectrum of stages, encompassing early, mid, and growth-stage opportunities. While the user's query specifically mentioned "Duchossois Technology Partners," DCP's portfolio clearly indicates a strong focus on high-potential technology companies, alongside significant investments in the industrial and consumer sectors. This diversified yet focused strategy allows them to capitalize on innovation across various industries, providing capital and strategic guidance to businesses poised for significant expansion.

The firm typically commits substantial capital to its portfolio companies, with initial equity investments generally ranging between $5 million and $25 million per transaction. This significant check size underscores their commitment to providing meaningful support to their partners. As of recent data, Duchossois Capital Partners has made approximately 28 investments and successfully navigated 10 exits, demonstrating a track record of identifying and nurturing companies through various growth phases. Their patient capital and hands-on approach make them a distinctive partner for entrepreneurs seeking more than just financial backing.

Investor Profile

Duchossois Technology Partners has backed more than 33 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 6 rounds, about 18% of its total and boasts 10 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series Unknown, Series C rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Wireless, Information Technology, Hardware.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $25M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (30%)
  • Series Unknown (30%)
  • Series C (21%)
  • Series D (9%)
  • Series A (6%)
  • Series E (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Wireless
  • Information Technology
  • Hardware
  • Semiconductor
  • Mobile
  • Software
  • Telecommunications
  • Manufacturing
  • Network Hardware
  • Electronics
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Who does Duchossois Technology Partners frequently co-invest with?

Sequoia Capital
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 3
PTV Healthcare Capital
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 3
Comcast Ventures
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 3
Austin Ventures
North America, Texas, United States, Austin
Co-Investments: 7
Centennial Ventures
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Co-Investments: 3
Pharos Capital Partners
North America, Texas, United States, Dallas
Co-Investments: 4
TL Ventures
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Wayne
Co-Investments: 5
EnerTech Capital
North America, Pennsylvania, United States, Ambler
Co-Investments: 3
Intel Capital
North America, California, United States, Santa Clara
Co-Investments: 4
ECentury Capital Partners
North America, Virginia, United States, Mclean
Co-Investments: 3

What are some of recent deals done by Duchossois Technology Partners?

Echo360

Dulles, Virginia, United States

Echo360 combines all of the video capabilities into a single, smart solution that is so easy to manage.

EdTechEducationHigher EducationInformation Technology
Series CNov 12, 2014
Amount Raised: $18,000,000
Life360

San Francisco, California, United States

Life360 creates a mobile app for families that helps families feel closer together.

AndroidAppsFamilyMobileMobile Apps
Series CMay 15, 2014
Amount Raised: $50,000,000
Life360

San Francisco, California, United States

Life360 creates a mobile app for families that helps families feel closer together.

AndroidAppsFamilyMobileMobile Apps
Series BDec 17, 2013
Amount Raised: $7,000,000
Skylight Healthcare Systems

San Diego, California, United States

Skylight Interactive engages patients in care and recovery both inside and outside the hospital.

Health CareHospitalWellness
Series DSep 19, 2012
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
Alereon

Austin, Texas, United States

Alereon is a fabless semiconductor company developing Ultrawideband wireless chipsets for wireless USB and Bluetooth apps.

ElectronicsHardwareSemiconductorWireless
Series UnknownJun 5, 2012
Amount Raised: $6,000,000
AirWalk Communications

Richardson, Texas, United States

AirWalk Communications offers a complete line of IP-based radio access network solutions.

Internet RadioMobileWireless
Series BFeb 8, 2011
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Sipera Systems

Richardson, Texas, United States

Sipera Systems is a company providing solutions for the rapid and simple adoption of Unified Communications (UC).

Communications InfrastructureInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsMessagingSecurityTelecommunications
Series DMay 18, 2010
Amount Raised: $10,230,000
Alereon

Austin, Texas, United States

Alereon is a fabless semiconductor company developing Ultrawideband wireless chipsets for wireless USB and Bluetooth apps.

ElectronicsHardwareSemiconductorWireless
Series UnknownNov 5, 2008
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
AirWalk Communications

Richardson, Texas, United States

AirWalk Communications offers a complete line of IP-based radio access network solutions.

Internet RadioMobileWireless
Series BJan 7, 2008
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Sipera Systems

Richardson, Texas, United States

Sipera Systems is a company providing solutions for the rapid and simple adoption of Unified Communications (UC).

Communications InfrastructureInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsMessagingSecurityTelecommunications
Series CSep 28, 2007
Amount Raised: $10,000,000