Profile
Donald F.
Flynn was the founder of LKQ Corp.
founded in 1998, where he held the title of Chairman in 2011.
He also held former positions as Chief Executive Officer of Flynn Ventures, Vice Chairman of Blue Chip Casino LLC from 1997 to 1999, Director of Discovery Zone, Inc. from 1992 to 1996, Director of Extended Stay America, Inc. from 1995 to 2010, Director of Blockbuster Entertainment Corp.
from 1987 to 1994, Director of Emerald Casino, Inc., and Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President of Waste Management, Inc. from 1972 to 1990.
Additionally, he held the title of Trustee at Marquette University.
Former positions of Donald F. Flynn
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| LKQ CORPORATION | Founder | 2011-10-09 |
| Marquette University | Director/Board Member | 2011-10-09 |
Extended Stay America, Inc. /Old/
 Extended Stay America, Inc. /Old/ Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Extended Stay America, Inc. develops, owns and operates extended stay lodging facilities. The firm operates moderately priced extended stay lodging hotels across the US. Its brands include Extended StayAmerica Efficiency Studios, Homestead Studio Suites, StudioPLUS Deluxe Studios and Crossland Economy Studios. The company was founded on August 6, 1995 by H. Wayne Huizenga and is headquartered in Spartanburg, SC. | Director/Board Member | 2010-08-17 |
Emerald Casino, Inc.
 Emerald Casino, Inc. Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Part of PENN Entertainment, Inc., Emerald Casino, Inc. operates a casino. The company is based in Chicago, IL. Emerald Casino was acquired by PENN Entertainment, Inc. on January 30, 2004. | Director/Board Member | 2008-02-29 |
Flynn Ventures
 Flynn Ventures Investment ManagersFinance Flynn Ventures is a San Francisco-based angel organization. | Chairman | 2006-05-28 |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 2 |
|---|---|
| WASTE MANAGEMENT, INC. | Industrial Services |
| LKQ CORPORATION | Consumer Durables |
| Private companies | 6 |
|---|---|
Discovery Zone, Inc.
 Discovery Zone, Inc. Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Discovery Zone, Inc. operates indoor entertainment centers. The firm operates pay-for-play children entertainment centers and soft play equipment stores for children. The company is located in Elmsford, NY | Consumer Services |
Extended Stay America, Inc. /Old/
Extended Stay America, Inc. /Old/ Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Extended Stay America, Inc. develops, owns and operates extended stay lodging facilities. The firm operates moderately priced extended stay lodging hotels across the US. Its brands include Extended StayAmerica Efficiency Studios, Homestead Studio Suites, StudioPLUS Deluxe Studios and Crossland Economy Studios. The company was founded on August 6, 1995 by H. Wayne Huizenga and is headquartered in Spartanburg, SC. | Consumer Services |
Blue Chip Casino LLC
 Blue Chip Casino LLC Casinos/GamingConsumer Services Part of Boyd Gaming Corp., Blue Chip Casino LLC is a company that owns and operates a casino. The company is based in Michigan City, IN. The company was founded by Kevin F. Flynn. Blue Chip Casino was acquired by Boyd Gaming Corp. on November 10, 1999 for $273.60 million. | Consumer Services |
| Blockbuster Entertainment Corp. | Retail Trade |
Emerald Casino, Inc.
Emerald Casino, Inc. Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Part of PENN Entertainment, Inc., Emerald Casino, Inc. operates a casino. The company is based in Chicago, IL. Emerald Casino was acquired by PENN Entertainment, Inc. on January 30, 2004. | Consumer Services |
Flynn Ventures
Flynn Ventures Investment ManagersFinance Flynn Ventures is a San Francisco-based angel organization. | Finance |
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