Piece on Investment Firms Dives Deep into Unique Advantages of Family-Backed Offices

CHICAGO/ST. LOUIS/NAPLES (May 27, 2025) – Geoff Hoffmann, co-CEO of Hoffmann Family of Companies ("HF Companies"), recently spoke with Wall Street Journal Pro: PE about the rising influence of family-backed investment firms. He highlighted the unique advantages of the family office structure, particularly its built-in patience and adaptability.

A compelling example of this approach is HF Companies' acquisition of Oberweis Dairy out of bankruptcy in 2024. To strengthen the Illinois-based dairy business, the investment firm turned to a trusted resource for executive recruitment: leadership consulting firm DHR Global.

Since the acquisition, DHR Global—founded by Hoffmann patriarch David Hoffmann—has played a pivotal role in filling key executive positions at Oberweis, including chief financial officer, chief marketing officer, and human resources director. Geoff Hoffmann, David Hoffmann’s son, co-CEO of HF Companies, and CEO of DHR Global, emphasized the firm's strategic advantage in securing top-tier leadership

“There was an underinvestment in executive talent for a number of years,” [Geoff] Hoffmann said. “We knew it was going to be a big project, [but] we have a distinct advantage in our access to one of the world’s premier executive search firms.”

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About Hoffmann Family of Companies:

Hoffmann Family of Companies is a multi-vertical, family-owned private equity firm consisting of over 120 global brands and employs 16,000 employees with businesses located in 30 countries and 400 locations around the world. Hoffmann Family of Companies’ verticals include Agriculture, Aviation & Transportation, Financial & Professional Services, Hospitality & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Marine, Media & Marketing and Real Estate. For more information, visit HFCompanies.com.

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