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We’re founders, investors, developers, operators, technologists, CPAs, and finance experts—your first call, your coach in the corner, and the nudge you need to keep moving forward. Whether it’s redeveloping a property, scaling a business, or transforming operations, we bring hands-on support and expertise across real estate, venture/growth equity, and private equity.
Operating Team
Danny Beckett Jr.
20+ yr operator, Ex-motocross pro, VC. 7 startups (4 VC), 3 exits. Helped drive ventures to $500M+ in revenue and raised over $100M+ in capital.
Bobbi
Blanton
Davenport MBA, 20+ yrs in finance, ops & compliance. Former COO with fund, audit & regulatory experience. Expert in financial ops & mgmt.
Tom
Stocks
Wabash Alum, MBA Chicago Booth, 30+ yrs in finance & M&A. Expert in growing lower middle market firms, $500M+ in transactions.
James Eldersveld
Calvin grad, 5+ years in real estate. 15+ years in operations, project mgmt, & logistics. Founder of Hexi. Proven in enhancing operational efficiencies.
Emily
Crume
Dickinson College alum, 20+ years in tech & media. Expert in strategy, business development, sales, and growth. Loves helping startups and emerging brands.
Ken
Baldwin
Franciscan University grad, MBA, and 15+ yr fundraising exec. Current Executive Director at St. Paul Center, specializing in major gifts, advancement, and investor relations.
Jeshua Lauka
Michigan State grad, partner at DWL, and legal counsel at Beckett Industries. 15+ years in law, PE, real estate, and startups. 8-year Super Lawyer Rising Star.
Quinn
Witsken
Wharton MBA and Georgia Tech MechE grad. Former ExxonMobil and Pond engineer. Data-driven operator passionate about systems, strategy, and scalable impact.
Andrew
Kell
Senior Associate. Georgia Tech ChemE grad. Former ExxonMobil engineer turned data-driven analyst. Passionate about sustainability, BI, automation, and innovation.
Steve
Eroyan
MSU grad with an MS in Accounting, 10+ years at EY specializing in finance, strategy, and transactions. Led 50+ M&A deals from startups to enterprises.
Real Estate Team
John
Meyer
University of Illinois Economics grad, Master's from Cornell & Notre Dame. Exec. Director, Church Properties Initiative. 20+ years in real estate & nonprofit leadership.
Danny
Beckett Jr.
20+ year entrepreneur and operator, Ex-motocross pro turned VC. 7 startups (4 VC), 3 exits. Helped drive ventures to $500M+ in revenue and raised over $100M+ in capital.
Ken
Baldwin
Franciscan University grad, MBA, and 15+ yr fundraising exec. Current Executive Director at St. Paul Center, specializing in major gifts, advancement, and investor relations.
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We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our real estate investment platform. Bring your expertise, energy, and vision to help us drive meaningful growth.
Venture Team
Danny Beckett Jr.
20+ yr operator, Ex-motocross pro, VC. 7 startups (4 VC), 3 exits. Helped drive ventures to $500M+ in revenue and raised over $100M+ in capital.
Brian Polencheck
20+ yrs in CPG, exec with an exit to Advantage Solutions. Former FDM partner and President, VP of Sales, consultant, and category manager.
Greg
Clark
20+ yrs in global CPG & tech. Proven operator, VC-backed founder, former Amway exec, and Nirvana president. Trusted advisor, investor, and builder.
Quinn
Witsken
Wharton MBA and Georgia Tech MechE grad. Former ExxonMobil and Pond engineer. Data-driven operator passionate about systems, strategy, and scalable impact.
Andrew
Kell
Senior Associate. Georgia Tech ChemE grad. Former ExxonMobil engineer turned data-driven analyst. Passionate about sustainability, BI, automation, and innovation.
Douglas
Yu
Over 10 years in CPG, media, and venture capital. Founded Diamond Brew™ (Top 10 Food & Bev Game Changer, Informa). Forbes Senior Writer, Naturally Advisory Board.
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We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Bring your expertise, energy, and vision to help us drive meaningful growth.
Larry
Blanford
Retired CEO of Green Mountain (Keurig). Led 7 public companies incl. P&G. Serves on boards incl. EWTN, Catholic Univ., and Ave Maria Law. Harvard AMP grad. Family-focused leader.
David
Vanderveen
25+ yr CPG operator, advisor, investor. Founder of XS Global. President, Americas at Prenetics (includes IM8 Health, co-founded with David Beckham). Advisor to Rx3 & Beckett.
Justin
Schneir
20+ yr entrepreneur, founder of Tractor Beverage Co. Sold first company at 37. Co-founder of Farmhand Foundation, advancing organic farming. Holds an MA in counseling psychology.
Tom
Stocks
Wabash alum and Chicago Booth MBA with 30+ yrs in finance and M&A. Scaled lower-middle-market firms with $500M+ in closed deals. Trusted advisor and operator.
Joel
Wardy
Investor, advisor, and operator. Scaled Catalina Crunch to $130M. Led Enjoy Life to $100M and exit. Trusted voice in CPG. Forbes top CMO. Better-for-you focused.
Dwight
Richmond
35+ yr retail leader (Whole Foods, Earth Fare, T&C). Expert in category, private label, & innovation. Built T&C Everyday. Advisor to better-for-you brands.
Ben
Peters
VP at FDM Sales. Iowa State MBA. Former Hy-Vee category manager. Practical leader focused on clarity, growth, and building teams that drive lasting, meaningful impact.
Clarence
Rivette
30+ yr global exec. President of WRG. Led M&A, JVs, and growth in 42+ countries. Serves on corp/nonprofit boards. Partner in 30+ ventures across industries.
Matt
Jung
GP at Orange Dot Ventures & co-founder of Comfort Research. 25+ yrs building D2C brands with $1B+ in sales. Passionate about innovation, impact, and growth.
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We're always seeking exceptional advisors. Bring your expertise, energy, and vision to help us drive impact, unlock growth, and build enduring, mission-driven companies.
Private Equity Team
Tom
Stocks
Wabash Alum, MBA Chicago Booth, 30+ yrs in finance & M&A. Expert in growing lower middle market firms, $500M+ in transactions.
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We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Bring your expertise, energy, and vision to help us drive meaningful growth.
Beckett Industries is a private alternative asset management firm focused on investing in the lower middle market across four asset classes, including real estate, venture/growth equity, private equity, and private debt. We’re founders, operators, advisors, and investors — your first call when you need help, and the earlier we can talk, the more helpful we can be.
Beckett Industries is a private alternative asset management firm focused on investing in the lower middle market across four asset classes, including real estate, venture/growth equity, private equity, and private debt. We’re founders, operators, advisors, and investors — your first call when you need help, and the earlier we can talk, the more helpful we can be.
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