Don Daseke
Chairman at Liquid Motors, Inc.
Net worth: 9 M $ as of 2024-03-30
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Don R.
Daseke founded Walden Residential Properties, Inc. in 2000, where he worked as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Daseke, Inc. in 1979, where he worked as Chairman from 1979 to 2013, and Daseke, Inc. in 2008, where he worked as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer from 2018 to 2019.
Mr. Daseke also founded Sage Telecom, Inc., where he worked as Chairman.
Mr. Daseke also currently works at East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc., as Chairman from 2006, Liquid Motors, Inc., as Chairman from 2005, TNI (USA), Inc., as Secretary & Director, and Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., as Director from 2019.
Mr. Daseke also formerly worked at World Presidents' Organization, as Chairman-Dallas Chapter, Smokey Point Distributing LLC, as Chairman, WaterTower Theatre, as Chairman & President, The Walden Group, Inc., as President & Director, Bed Rock, Inc., as Director, and DePauw University, as Trustee.
Mr. Daseke received his undergraduate degree from DePauw University and Masters Business Admin degree from Graduate School of Business.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PROFOUND MEDICAL CORP
4.52% | 2024-03-06 | 1,105,000 ( 4.52% ) | 9 M $ | 2024-03-30 |
Don Daseke active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Liquid Motors, Inc.
 Liquid Motors, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Liquid Motors, Inc. offers internet marketing solutions. The firm provides a variety of software and services using internet classifieds, eBay auctions and listings, pay classifieds and dealer websites. The company was founded by James Becktt, III and Michael J. Daseke in 2005 and is headquartered in Richardson, TX. | Chairman | 2005-05-31 |
East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc.
 East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc. imports and supplies teak and other fine hardwood species. Its fine hardwood species used as decking, flooring, siding, moldings and custom millwork in the construction of hotels, resorts, office buildings, luxury homes and yachts. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Chairman | 2006-02-28 |
Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc.
 Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. is based in Alexandria. The American company honors outstanding leaders who have achieved remarkable success despite adversity by awarding them the Horatio Alger Award and inducting them as lifetime members. The association also supports young people by providing resources and confidence for them to pursue higher education and overcome adversity. In 2024, they are awarding over $18 million in need-based scholarships to 1,800 students and offering comprehensive support services. The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. is an organization founded in 1947 that believes in the power of hard work, honesty, and determination to overcome obstacles. Lesley Albanese has been the CEO of the company since 2024. | Director/Board Member | 2019-10-09 |
TNI (USA), Inc.
 TNI (USA), Inc. TruckingTransportation TNI (USA), Inc. provides trucking transportation services. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Duenweg, MO. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Don Daseke
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| DASEKE, INC. | Chief Executive Officer | 2019-08-13 |
Smokey Point Distributing LLC
 Smokey Point Distributing LLC TruckingTransportation Smokey Point Distributing, Inc. provides trucking and logistics services. It specializes in less than truckload (LTL), truckload (TL), general commodities and heavy haul transportation. The firm offers time-saving solutions for your transportation needs. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Arlington, WA. | Chairman | - |
Walden Residential Properties, Inc.
 Walden Residential Properties, Inc. Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance Walden Residential Properties, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Chief Executive Officer | 2012-08-23 |
Bed Rock, Inc.
 Bed Rock, Inc. Air Freight/CouriersTransportation Bed Rock, Inc. provides transportation services. It specializes in transporting cargo that requires careful handling due to its explosive or contaminant nature. The firm offers two different freight segments, secured materials and heavy haul. The company was founded in 1929 by Cloyd B. Jeans and Denver Merrick and is headquartered in Joplin, MO. | Director/Board Member | - |
The Walden Group, Inc.
 The Walden Group, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance The Walden Group, Inc. provides investment banking and consulting services that focuses in the healthcare industry. It offers mergers and acquisition advisory, strategic alliances and consulting, direct marketing assessments, health care consulting, and medical device management services. The company was founded by James A. Walden in 1987 and is headquartered in Tarrytown, NY. | President | - |
Training of Don Daseke
| DePauw University | Undergraduate Degree |
| Graduate School of Business | Masters Business Admin |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 1 |
|---|---|
| DASEKE, INC. | Transportation |
| Private companies | 12 |
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Walden Residential Properties, Inc.
Walden Residential Properties, Inc. Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance Walden Residential Properties, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Finance |
The Walden Group, Inc.
The Walden Group, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance The Walden Group, Inc. provides investment banking and consulting services that focuses in the healthcare industry. It offers mergers and acquisition advisory, strategic alliances and consulting, direct marketing assessments, health care consulting, and medical device management services. The company was founded by James A. Walden in 1987 and is headquartered in Tarrytown, NY. | Finance |
Sage Telecom, Inc.
 Sage Telecom, Inc. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Sage Telecom, Inc. provides telecommunications and Internet services. It offers local and nationwide long distance phone services to residential and small business customers. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Communications |
| World Presidents' Organization | |
Bed Rock, Inc.
Bed Rock, Inc. Air Freight/CouriersTransportation Bed Rock, Inc. provides transportation services. It specializes in transporting cargo that requires careful handling due to its explosive or contaminant nature. The firm offers two different freight segments, secured materials and heavy haul. The company was founded in 1929 by Cloyd B. Jeans and Denver Merrick and is headquartered in Joplin, MO. | Transportation |
Smokey Point Distributing LLC
Smokey Point Distributing LLC TruckingTransportation Smokey Point Distributing, Inc. provides trucking and logistics services. It specializes in less than truckload (LTL), truckload (TL), general commodities and heavy haul transportation. The firm offers time-saving solutions for your transportation needs. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Arlington, WA. | Transportation |
East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc.
East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services East Teak Fine Hardwoods, Inc. imports and supplies teak and other fine hardwood species. Its fine hardwood species used as decking, flooring, siding, moldings and custom millwork in the construction of hotels, resorts, office buildings, luxury homes and yachts. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Distribution Services |
TNI (USA), Inc.
TNI (USA), Inc. TruckingTransportation TNI (USA), Inc. provides trucking transportation services. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Duenweg, MO. | Transportation |
Liquid Motors, Inc.
Liquid Motors, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Liquid Motors, Inc. offers internet marketing solutions. The firm provides a variety of software and services using internet classifieds, eBay auctions and listings, pay classifieds and dealer websites. The company was founded by James Becktt, III and Michael J. Daseke in 2005 and is headquartered in Richardson, TX. | Technology Services |
Daseke, Inc. /Old/
 Daseke, Inc. /Old/ TruckingTransportation Daseke, Inc. provides trucking and logistics services. It offers services in the handling of large, irregular and difficult to transport cargo and aerospace parts as well as less-than-truckload, truckload and general commodities transportation. The firm through its subsidiaries provides flat bed and step deck including truckload, partial service, expedited partial service, over dimensional, team service and weekend pickup and delivery services. The company was founded by Don R. Daseke in 1979 and is headquartered in Addison, TX. | Transportation |
WaterTower Theatre
 WaterTower Theatre Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services WaterTower Theatre is a professional theatre company founded in 1996. The private company is based in Addison, TX. The company is one of the flagship arts institutions in North Texas. | Consumer Services |
Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc.
Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. is based in Alexandria. The American company honors outstanding leaders who have achieved remarkable success despite adversity by awarding them the Horatio Alger Award and inducting them as lifetime members. The association also supports young people by providing resources and confidence for them to pursue higher education and overcome adversity. In 2024, they are awarding over $18 million in need-based scholarships to 1,800 students and offering comprehensive support services. The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc. is an organization founded in 1947 that believes in the power of hard work, honesty, and determination to overcome obstacles. Lesley Albanese has been the CEO of the company since 2024. | Commercial Services |
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