OUR INVESTMENTS
Potawatomi Ventures is committed to building an economic engine that supports the Tribe for generations to come. Our investments constitute a diversified portfolio of partnerships and businesses that are designed to create value for the Forest County Potawatomi Community.
PARTNERS IN PROSPERITY
Potawatomi Ventures is a holding company that provides strategy and support to its subsidiary companies. Strategic diversification comes from intentionally entering a variety of industries to provide balanced, profitable economic growth.
Profits made by Potawatomi Ventures help diversify the FCP tribal economy and are reinvested to generate long-term, sustainable growth. The company's objective is similar to that of an individual's 401(k) - steady growth for long-term yield.
COMMERCIAL INVESTMENTS
Our commercial investments span a diverse range of income-generating industries, designed to drive sustained growth through strategic partnerships, foster innovation, and deliver long-term value.
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Wisconsin's premier Tier Ill+ commercial data center is a purpose-built, highly secure facility that supports critical business data and applications for customers with 24/7 staffing, monitoring, and support services.
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As a full-service construction management firm, Greenfire manages the entire scope of a project on behalf of their clients from concept to completion.
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This new concept of modern markets is designed to rethink retail in the Midwest, with stores in northern Wisconsin and future locations planned throughout the state in 2025 and beyond. fireside MARKET will create exceptional experiences by combining genuine people, high-quality foods, and innovative technology.
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Sagewind is a real estate development firm that sponsors, develops, and manages profitable real estate projects with a focus on multifamily, mixed-use, retail, and industrial assets in southeastern Wisconsin.
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This startup business is looking to enter the dynamic EV marketplace as a solution provider to the EV charging industry. Investing in the EV ecosystem will build a long-term, profitable, high-growth business for the Tribe while expanding their footprint and commitment to sustainability.
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Wgema Leasing is the company that manages the operations and development of the 14-acre Wgema Campus in Milwaukee, WI. The property includes 368,736 square feet of built environment, with $54 million of insured value.
PASSIVE INVESTMENTS
As a part of Potawatomi Venture’s growth strategy, the company makes criteria-based investments in companies and funds aligned with long-term objectives. The benefit of this type of investment is the opportunity to partner with successful, professional investors and earn above-market returns in a variety of growth industries.
Federal Investments
INVESTMENT CRITERIA
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Potawatomi Ventures may invest a portion of its capital in passive investments that have the following characteristics:
Entities, partners, or business with proven track records
Investment opportunities that distribute cash on a regular basis and if possible also have long-term appreciation potential
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From an operating company standpoint, Potawatomi Ventures has typically followed these general guidelines when assessing the investment opportunity:
Entities that have an established track record in relatively stable industries
Purchase only profitable companies that can demonstrate a minimum of 3-years of positive cash flow
Take at least a controlling interest in the new company
If possible, acquire business where the tribal status is an additional positive for business development