Paul Schock

Founder at

Bird Dog Equity Partners LLC

68 year

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Paul A. Schock is the founder of Prairie Club, founded in 2008, serving as CEO since its founding.
Mr. Schock was the founder of Bluestem Capital Co, LLC, founded in 1989, serving as Founding Partner from 1989 to 2005.
Mr. Schock is the founder of Bird Dog Equity Partners LLC, founded in 2010, serving as Partner.
Mr. Schock was the founder of Destination Golf Ventures LLC, founded in 2008, serving as President from 2008 to 2010.
Mr. Schock is currently Director at DataSync Corp.
Former jobs include Director at VeraSun Energy Corp.
from 2003 to 2010, Director at Summit Hotel Properties LLC in 2009, Manager at First Bank System, Inc. from 1980 to 1988, and Chief Financial Officer at American Western Corp.
from 1988 to 1989.
Education includes undergraduate degree from Augustana College (Illinois) in 1981 and undergraduate studies at Stanford University.

Paul Schock active positions

Companies	Position	Start
Bird Dog Equity Partners LLC Bird Dog Equity Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Bird Dog Equity Partners seeks investment opportunities in middle market companies located in the United States. The firm targets companies operating in broad range of sectors and industries. The firm provides financing for buyout and growth transactions.	Founder	2009-12-31
DataSync Corp. DataSync Corp. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Provides software project management and development services	Director/Board Member	-
Prairie Club Prairie Club Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services The Prairie Club is a semi-private golf destination set on the rim of the Snake River Canyon, offering three distinct courses: the Dunes Course, the Pines Course, and the 10-hole Horse Course, each designed by notable architects. The private company is based in Valentine, NE. The club features additional amenities such as a putting course, a large practice facility, a golf shop, and multiple dining venues with themed cuisine. Lodging options include lodge rooms, guesthouses, cabins, and a bunkhouse, with scenic picnic spots available. Memberships are available for individuals and corporations, and stay & play packages include golf, lodging, and meals. Paul A. Schock has been the CEOs since incorporation. The company was founded by Paul A. Schock.	Chief Executive Officer	2007-12-31

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Former positions of Paul Schock

Companies	Position	End
VeraSun Energy Corp. VeraSun Energy Corp. Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Manufactures ethanol as a renewable energy source	Director/Board Member	2010-09-15
Summit Hotel Properties LLC Summit Hotel Properties LLC Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Develops, owns, and operates hotels	Director/Board Member	2009-07-27
Bluestem Capital Co. LLC Bluestem Capital Co. LLC Investment ManagersFinance Bluestem Capital invests in Midwest companies located in the United States. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of business services, natural resources, medical, real estate and manufacturing sectors. It provides financing for early and later stage capital transactions with an investment size of USD 0.50 - 3 million. The firm also takes a seat on the board of directors.	Founder	2005-02-28
American Western Corp. American Western Corp. Miscellaneous ManufacturingProducer Manufacturing Manufactures plastic trash can liners for consumer and institutional markets	Director of Finance/CFO	1988-12-31
First Bank System, Inc. First Bank System, Inc. Major BanksFinance National commercial bank	Corporate Officer/Principal	1988-12-29

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Private companies	11
First Bank System, Inc. First Bank System, Inc. Major BanksFinance National commercial bank	Finance
Summit Hotel Properties LLC Summit Hotel Properties LLC Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Develops, owns, and operates hotels	Consumer Services
VeraSun Energy Corp. VeraSun Energy Corp. Chemicals: SpecialtyProcess Industries Manufactures ethanol as a renewable energy source	Process Industries
Destination Golf Ventures LLC Destination Golf Ventures LLC Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Owns, operates and develops golf club	Consumer Services
DataSync Corp. DataSync Corp. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Provides software project management and development services	Technology Services
Stanford University Stanford University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
Bluestem Capital Co. LLC Bluestem Capital Co. LLC Investment ManagersFinance Bluestem Capital invests in Midwest companies located in the United States. The firm targets companies operating in the fields of business services, natural resources, medical, real estate and manufacturing sectors. It provides financing for early and later stage capital transactions with an investment size of USD 0.50 - 3 million. The firm also takes a seat on the board of directors.	Finance
Augustana College (Illinois) Augustana College (Illinois) Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University	Consumer Services
American Western Corp. American Western Corp. Miscellaneous ManufacturingProducer Manufacturing Manufactures plastic trash can liners for consumer and institutional markets	Producer Manufacturing
Bird Dog Equity Partners LLC Bird Dog Equity Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Bird Dog Equity Partners seeks investment opportunities in middle market companies located in the United States. The firm targets companies operating in broad range of sectors and industries. The firm provides financing for buyout and growth transactions.	Finance
Prairie Club Prairie Club Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services The Prairie Club is a semi-private golf destination set on the rim of the Snake River Canyon, offering three distinct courses: the Dunes Course, the Pines Course, and the 10-hole Horse Course, each designed by notable architects. The private company is based in Valentine, NE. The club features additional amenities such as a putting course, a large practice facility, a golf shop, and multiple dining venues with themed cuisine. Lodging options include lodge rooms, guesthouses, cabins, and a bunkhouse, with scenic picnic spots available. Memberships are available for individuals and corporations, and stay & play packages include golf, lodging, and meals. Paul A. Schock has been the CEOs since incorporation. The company was founded by Paul A. Schock.	Consumer Services