Early Life
Matthew Pritzker was born on May 28, 1982, to Irene Pritzker (née Dryburgh) and Robert Pritzker of the Pritzker family in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood and is an alumnus of New Trier High School. Pritzker's family is well-known for their business ventures and philanthropic efforts. He attended American University.
Rise to Success
Matthew Pritzker is an heir to the Hyatt Hotel fortune. In 2008, he founded the Matthew Pritzker Company, which focuses on investing his inheritance. The company's investments include real estate, technology, media, consumer, and manufacturing sectors. Matthew Pritzker has a private pilot's license.
Key Business Strategies
The Matthew Pritzker Company invests in a diverse portfolio of businesses. The company's focus is on investment in real estate, technology, media, consumer, and manufacturing. He also owns a minority stake in State Street Pictures and personal-care firm Hugo Naturals.
Philanthropy
Matthew Pritzker supports several local and national charities and institutions. He is the benefactor of The Mathew Pritzker Enchanted Forest, a network of pathways and play areas within Maggie Daley Park in Chicago. Pritzker serves on the Board of After School All Stars. He is also involved in politics and has donated to many Democratic candidates.