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Investment firm backed by Larry Connor explodes under son’s leadership
By Nicole Mistretta – Data Reporter, Dayton Business Journal Apr 25, 2024 It’s the story behind the successful Dayton investment firm that came out of nowhere and grew exponentially. In 2018, Larry Connor of The Connor Group sought to create an investment firm responsible for managing all the non-real estate related investments for the family and the Connor Group Kids & Community Foundation. At the time, his son Shane Connor had just returned to Dayton to jump start his own investment firm Huffman Prairie. A meeting of the minds brought Shane Connor to take the helm and jump start the uniquely focused firm: Windancer Holdings. Now that it’s off the ground, Larry Connor has little involvement. Under Shane Connor’s leadership, Windancer Holdings has grown its assets under management...
Dayton investment firm, managing nearly $700million in assets, names first partner
By Nicole Mistretta – Data Reporter, Dayton Business Journal Apr 2, 2024 Updated Apr 2, 2024 3:50pm EDT A Dayton investment firm, managing nearly $700 million in assets, named its first partner. Windancer Holdings recently announced the promotion of David Shepley to partner, the first in the company’s history. The announcement was made by Shane Connor, managing partner of Windancer Holdings, marking a significant moment for the firm. “I am deeply honored by this recognition and excited about the future at Windancer Holdings," Shepley said. "This promotion is not just a milestone for me but a testament to our collective belief that 'it only takes one'—one moment, one decision, one investment—to truly make a difference. As we move forward, I am committed to continually driving our...