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John Muse
Director/Board Member at
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.
Net worth: 5 M $ as of 2026-05-30
Profile
John R.
Muse was the founder of Kainos Capital LP, founded in 1989, where the title held was Non-Executive Chairman.
Current jobs include Chairman at Lucchese Boot Co., Inc. and Free Flow Wines LLC; Independent Director at Nexstar Media Group, Inc. since 2017; Director at S&C Holdco 3, Inc. since 2002, Arena Brands, Inc., Brill Bakery Solutions Latin America, Inc., and The Klyde Warren Park; and Investment Committee Member at 21st Century Group LLC.
Former jobs include Chairman at Hicks Muse & Co. Partners LP from 2012 to 2013; Non-Executive Chairman at Lion Capital LLP; Director at Morningstar Foods, Inc., LIN TV Corp.
from 2012 to 2013, Dean Foods Co. from 1997 to 2020, Advanced Refreshment LLC, Global Brands Acquisition Corp.
from 2007 to 2010, Swift & Co., Earthbound Farm LLC, Canpages, Inc., LIN Television Corp., Baker & Baker Group Ltd. from 2013 to 2020, LIN Media LLC, Media General, Inc. from 2014 to 2017, Brill Bakery Solutions LLC from 2014 to 2017; and Head-Investment Banking at Prudential Securities from 1984 to 1989.
Education includes an MBA from the University of California, Los Angeles and UCLA Anderson School of Management, and an undergraduate degree from the United States Air Force Academy conferred in 1973.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-19 | 27,161 ( 0.09% ) | 5 M $ | 2026-05-30 |
John Muse active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2016-12-31 |
The Klyde Warren Park
 The Klyde Warren Park Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Operates as a not for profit public park | Director/Board Member | - |
Free Flow Wines LLC
 Free Flow Wines LLC Food DistributorsDistribution Services Provides kegging and logistics services for wine on tap | Chairman | - |
Brill Bakery Solutions Latin America, Inc.
 Brill Bakery Solutions Latin America, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Manufactures and distributes bakery products and supplies | Director/Board Member | - |
Lucchese Boot Co., Inc.
 Lucchese Boot Co., Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures mens and womens boots | Chairman | - |
21st Century Group LLC
 21st Century Group LLC Investment ManagersFinance 21st Century Group invests in lower middle market companies located in the United States. The firm focuses on companies with annual revenues between USD 15 - 150 million, EBITDA of USD 5 - 20 million, experienced management teams, stable cash flows, defensible market position and growth potential. It targets companies operating in the fields of packaging, paper products/forestry, food, non-branded consumer products, healthcare and business services. It acquires controlling stakes and provides financing for acquisitions and recapitalizations with an investment size ranging from USD 5 - 15 million whereas transaction value ranging from USD 15 - 100 million. | Private Equity Investor | - |
Arena Brands, Inc.
 Arena Brands, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures and distributes western and casual wear | Director/Board Member | - |
S&C Holdco 3, Inc.
 S&C Holdco 3, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Operates beef and pork processing company | Director/Board Member | 2002-08-31 |
Former positions of John Muse
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Baker & Baker Group Ltd.
 Baker & Baker Group Ltd. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Supplies bakery products | Director/Board Member | 2020-09-30 |
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Training of John Muse
Experiences
Positions held
Active
Inactive
Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
72
1st degree connections
28
1st degree companies
Male
Female
Members of the board
Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 28 |
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LIN TV Corp.
 LIN TV Corp. BroadcastingConsumer Services Engages in providing television broadcasting services | Consumer Services |
Morningstar Foods, Inc.
 Morningstar Foods, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Produces whipped toppings and frozen creamers. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Dean Foods Co.
 Dean Foods Co. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Processes and distributes milk and dairy products | Consumer Non-Durables |
Hicks Muse & Co. Partners LP
 Hicks Muse & Co. Partners LP Investment ManagersFinance Functions as an alternative investment manager | Finance |
Prudential Securities
 Prudential Securities Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Provides brokerage services | Finance |
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
 Nexstar Media Group, Inc. BroadcastingConsumer Services Provides television broadcasting services | Consumer Services |
Advanced Refreshment LLC
 Advanced Refreshment LLC Beverages: Non-AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Provides bottled water and water-based beverages | Consumer Non-Durables |
S&C Holdco 3, Inc.
S&C Holdco 3, Inc. Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Operates beef and pork processing company | Consumer Non-Durables |
Global Brands Acquisition Corp.
 Global Brands Acquisition Corp. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Development Stage Company | Finance |
21st Century Group LLC
21st Century Group LLC Investment ManagersFinance 21st Century Group invests in lower middle market companies located in the United States. The firm focuses on companies with annual revenues between USD 15 - 150 million, EBITDA of USD 5 - 20 million, experienced management teams, stable cash flows, defensible market position and growth potential. It targets companies operating in the fields of packaging, paper products/forestry, food, non-branded consumer products, healthcare and business services. It acquires controlling stakes and provides financing for acquisitions and recapitalizations with an investment size ranging from USD 5 - 15 million whereas transaction value ranging from USD 15 - 100 million. | Finance |
Arena Brands, Inc.
Arena Brands, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures and distributes western and casual wear | Consumer Non-Durables |
Swift & Co.
 Swift & Co. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Provides beef and pork products | Distribution Services |
University of California, Los Angeles
 University of California, Los Angeles Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Lion Capital LLP
 Lion Capital LLP Investment ManagersFinance Lion Capital invests in companies located in the Europe and North America. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of consumer services. It provides financing for buyout transactions. | Finance |
United States Air Force Academy
 United States Air Force Academy Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Earthbound Farm, Inc.
 Earthbound Farm, Inc. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Grows and markets organic salads, fruits and vegetables | Consumer Non-Durables |
Canpages, Inc.
 Canpages, Inc. Commercial Printing/FormsCommercial Services Operates as a holding company with interests in publishing telephone directories | Commercial Services |
Lucchese Boot Co., Inc.
Lucchese Boot Co., Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Manufactures mens and womens boots | Consumer Non-Durables |
LIN Television Corp.
 LIN Television Corp. BroadcastingConsumer Services Owns and operates television stations and digital channels | Consumer Services |
Brill Bakery Solutions Latin America, Inc.
Brill Bakery Solutions Latin America, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Manufactures and distributes bakery products and supplies | Distribution Services |
Kainos Capital LP
 Kainos Capital LP Investment ManagersFinance Kainos Capital invests in middle-market companies located in the United States. The firm focuses on companies operating in the fields of food and consumer products sectors. It provides financing for growth stage capital requirements. The firm acquires controlling stake. | Finance |
Free Flow Wines LLC
Free Flow Wines LLC Food DistributorsDistribution Services Provides kegging and logistics services for wine on tap | Distribution Services |
Baker & Baker Group Ltd.
Baker & Baker Group Ltd. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Supplies bakery products | Distribution Services |
Brill Bakery Solutions LLC
 Brill Bakery Solutions LLC Food DistributorsDistribution Services Distributes bakery ingredients, products and services for retail & food service markets | Distribution Services |
LIN Media LLC
 LIN Media LLC BroadcastingConsumer Services Operates television stations and digital channels | Consumer Services |
UCLA Anderson School of Management
 UCLA Anderson School of Management Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Media General, Inc.
 Media General, Inc. BroadcastingConsumer Services Operates television stations and provides digital media services | Consumer Services |
The Klyde Warren Park
The Klyde Warren Park Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Operates as a not for profit public park | Consumer Services |
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