Austin Hearst
Founder at Bridge Builders Collaborative
Profile
Austin Hearst is an American business and media executive, film producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist.
He plays a leadership role at Hearst Corporation as a member of the Board of Directors and vice president of special projects for Hearst Entertainment & Syndication, the operating group responsible for the Hearst Entertainment interests in cable television networks, including ESPN, Lifetime, A&E and HISTORY.
Hearst is the Founder of Chestnut Holding LLC, a private equity and agricultural development company.
He partnered with architect Philippe Stark and hotelier Alan Faena to develop the Faena Hotel+Universe in Buenos Aires.
The investment into the building, first built in 1902 as a grain storage facility, was in excess of $100 million.
He was co-chair of the Architecture Committee for the Hearst Tower while working with Sir Norman Foster to construct one of NYC’s Landmark buildings.
As a principal and founder of Bridge Builders Collaborative, he’s made investments in the mind fitness sectors including Headspace, eMindful, Happify, Pear Therapeutics and Interaxon.
He is also a founder of CHAP – a community health acceleration partnership and initiative.
Austin Hearst active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
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Save The Children Federation Inc.
 Save The Children Federation Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Save The Children Federation, Inc. operates as a nonprofit children's relief and development organization. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Fairfield, CT. | Director/Board Member | 2011-10-20 |
eMindful, Inc.
 eMindful, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services eMindful, Inc. provides evidence-based behavioral change programs online. It offers online courses in the areas of stress reduction, weight loss and management, diabetes, pain management, mental health, cancer, heart disease, and relapse. The company offers its services through licensed health professionals, includes physicians and psychotherapists to employers, healthcare providers, and individuals, as well as insurers, third-party administrators, and brokers. The company was founded by Kelley McCabe in 2007 and is headquartered in Vero Beach, FL. | Director/Board Member | - |
Bridge Builders Collaborative
 Bridge Builders Collaborative Investment ManagersFinance Bridge Builders Collaborative (BBC) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Austin Hearst. The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. | Founder | - |
Hearst Entertainment & Syndication
 Hearst Entertainment & Syndication Cable/Satellite TVConsumer Services Part of The Hearst Family Trust, Hearst Entertainment & Syndication provides cable network and television programming services, as well as newspaper syndication and merchandising services. The private company is based in New York, NY. | Director/Board Member | - |
Gabriela Hearst LLC
 Gabriela Hearst LLC Internet RetailRetail Trade Gabriela Hearst LLC is a sustainable luxury fashion brand that offers a unique blend of craftsmanship and modern classics. The company is based in New York, NY, and offers worldwide shipping. Gabriela Hearst, the founder, grew up on her family's ranch in Uruguay, where the notion of luxury meant things were beautifully crafted and made to last. The company offers a range of sustainable designer shoes, handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear clothing. The company was founded in 2015 by Gabriela Hearst and Austin Hearst, and Thierry Colin has been the CEO of the company since 2021. | Founder | - |
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eMindful, Inc.
eMindful, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services eMindful, Inc. provides evidence-based behavioral change programs online. It offers online courses in the areas of stress reduction, weight loss and management, diabetes, pain management, mental health, cancer, heart disease, and relapse. The company offers its services through licensed health professionals, includes physicians and psychotherapists to employers, healthcare providers, and individuals, as well as insurers, third-party administrators, and brokers. The company was founded by Kelley McCabe in 2007 and is headquartered in Vero Beach, FL. | Commercial Services |
Save The Children Federation Inc.
Save The Children Federation Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Save The Children Federation, Inc. operates as a nonprofit children's relief and development organization. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Fairfield, CT. | Health Services |
Hearst Entertainment & Syndication
Hearst Entertainment & Syndication Cable/Satellite TVConsumer Services Part of The Hearst Family Trust, Hearst Entertainment & Syndication provides cable network and television programming services, as well as newspaper syndication and merchandising services. The private company is based in New York, NY. | Consumer Services |
Bridge Builders Collaborative
Bridge Builders Collaborative Investment ManagersFinance Bridge Builders Collaborative (BBC) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Austin Hearst. The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. | Finance |
Gabriela Hearst LLC
Gabriela Hearst LLC Internet RetailRetail Trade Gabriela Hearst LLC is a sustainable luxury fashion brand that offers a unique blend of craftsmanship and modern classics. The company is based in New York, NY, and offers worldwide shipping. Gabriela Hearst, the founder, grew up on her family's ranch in Uruguay, where the notion of luxury meant things were beautifully crafted and made to last. The company offers a range of sustainable designer shoes, handbags, accessories, and ready-to-wear clothing. The company was founded in 2015 by Gabriela Hearst and Austin Hearst, and Thierry Colin has been the CEO of the company since 2021. | Retail Trade |
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