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Laird Norton LNC CEO talks diversification, long-term investments and Seattle business culture

LNC CEO talks diversification, long-term investments and Seattle business culture

September 4, 2025

Brian McGuigan, LNC’s CEO, recently sat down with the Puget Sound Business Journal and discussed what it’s like to lead a 170-year-old family business as a non-family member, how his approach differs from private equity, and why he’s focused on investing in “enduring services” close to home in the Pacific Northwest.

As Brian notes, “Private equity firms often think about selling the moment they buy. We invest off our balance sheet, which means we can, and prefer, to hold businesses for the long term.”

We’re excited about the future as we continue building a portfolio that reflects our values, community roots, and commitment to sustainable growth.

Read the full feature here: https://www.bizjournals.com/seattle/news/2025/08/27/psbj-interview.html

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