Martin Nesbitt (businessman)
| Martin Nesbitt | |
|---|---|
| Born |
November 29, 1962 Columbus, Ohio |
| Nationality | United States |
| Alma mater |
University of Chicago Albion College |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Organization |
The Parking Spot The Vistria Group |
| Known for | Founder and CEO, The Parking Spot |
Martin "Marty" Nesbitt is a U. S. businessman who is the founder and chief executive officer of The Parking Spot, a Chicago-based airport parking company. He also served on the board of the Chicago Housing Authority. Nesbitt is a close personal friend of U. S. President Barack Obama and was the campaign treasurer during Obama's 2008 presidential campaign.[1]
Biography
Martin Nesbitt was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, graduating from Columbus Academy High School. He went on to earn earn his bachelor's degree from Albion College in Albion, Michigan in 1985. After working as a financial analyst at GMAC, he won a fellowship to study at the University of Chicago where he earned his MBA in 1991. From 1996-98 he worked as the vice president of Pritzker Realty group and in 1998, he founded The Parking Spot along with investor Penny Pritzker.[2] The Parking Spot offers airport parking services primarily for business travelers.[3]
Nesbitt met Barack and Michelle Obama through Michelle Obama's brother Craig Robinson who was a high school basketball coach. He supported Obama's 2004 senate bid and served as the campaign treasurer on his 2008 presidential campaign. In 2013, he founded The Vistria group, a private equity firm.[4][1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Harris, Melissa (January 21, 2013). "Executive Profile: Martin Nesbitt, the first friend". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 2 January 2014.
- ↑ "Martin Nesbitt". Business Makers. The History Makers. Retrieved 2 January 2014.
- ↑ Sharkey, Joe (November 6, 2007). "The Lowly Parking Garage With the Colorful Identity". The New York Times. Retrieved 2 January 2014.
- ↑ "Martin Nesbitt". Washington Post. Retrieved 2 January 2014.