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Steve Young

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Chairman & Co-Founder at HGGC
📍 Palo Alto, California, United States

Steve Young is the Chairman and Co-Founder of private equity firm HGGC, where he is involved in investment decisions and firm governance. He masterfully transitioned from a celebrated 15-year career as a Hall of Fame NFL quarterback to a leader in finance, leveraging a J. D. from Brigham Young University.

Beyond his professional success, Steve is deeply committed to philanthropy as the founder of the Forever Young Foundation, which supports childrens charities worldwide. He is a dedicated family man with his wife, Barb, and their four children, balancing a demanding career with extensive community involvement.

Unique fact: He is the great-great-great-grandson of Brigham Young, the namesake of his alma mater.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Chairman & Co-Founder
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Palo Alto, California, United States
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Priorities

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Middle-Market PE
As Co-Founder of HGGC, he focuses on investing in good, middle-market businesses and helping them become great, transformational companies.
Children's Charities
A core passion, his Forever Young Foundation provides resources and opportunities for children facing significant physical, emotional, and financial challenges.
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Career

Work history

1-2007
Chairman & Co-Founder
HGGC
In the press

Media appearances

Steve Young - HGGC - Private Equity Fast Pitch. Featured in Apple Podcasts
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HGGC's Steve Young & True North Advisors' Scott Wood. Featured in Spotify
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Education
JD
BYU Law School
B.S.
Brigham Young University
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