Andrew Lauck
About Andrew Lauck
Andrew Lauck's Current Role and Responsibilities
Andrew Lauck is a Partner at his Firm and helps lead the Dallas office. He also leads the Firm's Consumer investment business and co-leads the Portfolio Monitoring Team. Andrew is responsible for the Firm's investments in several companies including Jet Linx, Blade Urban Air Mobility (NASDAQ: BLDE), BETA Technologies, Aero Centers, Equipment Share, and RedBird QSR. Additionally, he helps lead the Firm's junior investment professional recruiting and development.
Andrew Lauck's Board Memberships and Community Involvement
Andrew Lauck is a member of the Board of Directors for Blade Urban Air Mobility (NASDAQ: BLDE). He is also Vice Chairman of the Board for Vogel Alcove, and a member of the Boards of the Frontiers of Flight Museum and the Cotton Bowl Athletic Association in Dallas. In addition, he is a former Chairman and a current member of Indiana University's Investment Banking Network Advisory Council.
Andrew Lauck's Professional Background
Before his current role, Andrew Lauck was a Vice President at BDT & Company LLC, focusing on Consumer investments for three years. Prior to that, he was an Associate at Flexpoint Ford, LLC. He began his career at Goldman Sachs, where he worked in both the Investment Banking and Merchant Banking Divisions. His past investment involvement has included companies such as Avmont, FireBird Energy, Four Corners Petroleum, Aethon Energy, and Lambda Energy.
Andrew Lauck's Education
Andrew Lauck holds a B.S. in Finance and International Business from Indiana University. He graduated with distinction and honors. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his successful career in investment banking and private equity.
Andrew Lauck's Role During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Andrew Lauck oversaw the Firm's opportunistic investments in both Main Event and Jet Linx. His strategic guidance was crucial in navigating the challenges posed by the pandemic and seizing investment opportunities in a turbulent economic environment.