Early Life
Nicholas J. Pritzker was born on October 16, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. He is a member of the prominent Pritzker family, known for their success in real estate and investments. Pritzker attended Reed College, Lake Forest College, and the London School of Film before earning a Juris Doctor from the University of Chicago.
Rise to Success
Pritzker began his career working in real estate with his father. He later played a pivotal role in Hyatt Hotels Corporation. He served as the company's president, overseeing international hotel projects, and also served on Hyatt Hotel Corporation's board of directors from 1980 to 2007. In addition to his work with Hyatt, Pritzker is an independent entrepreneur and co-founder of Tao Capital, an investment firm.
Key Business Strategies
Pritzker co-founded Tao Capital Partners, focusing on investments in sustainable energy and disruptive technology businesses. Some of Tao Capital's early investments include Tesla Motors, Uber, and SpaceX. Pritzker has also served as a board member of JUUL Labs since 2017.
Philanthropy
Pritzker's philanthropic efforts include serving on multiple non-profit boards. He has served as Vice Chairman of Conservation International, Chairman of the Grand Victoria Foundation, Vice Chairman of Clean Energy Trust, and Chairman of the Libra Foundation. The Libra Foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on human rights, social justice, and climate change mitigation.
