About
Company Culture
Our mission is to deliver superior investment results and exceptional client service while maintaining the highest ethical standard. Our culture is defined by an entrepreneurial spirit and passionate, intellectually curious, open-minded employees. We are committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion with an emphasis on integrity, collaboration and community.
Charitable Giving
Led by Richard H. Driehaus’ dedication and commitment to philanthropic efforts, Driehaus employees believe that part of the firm’s mission is to give back to the community through socially impactful contributions. As such, Driehaus encourages employees to help charitable, nonprofit organizations further their social missions, including, but not limited to:
- Volunteering their time with charitable, non-profit organizations that are meaningful to them. Driehaus provides employees one paid day off per year for purposes of volunteering their time for charitable events.
- Contributing resources to charitable organizations, which Driehaus supports by matching employee contributions to qualifying charitable organizations.
- Actively participating in holiday and food drives and other similar initiatives designed to aid those in need.
The Anti-Cruelty Society focuses on building a community of caring by helping pets and educating people.
Within the past two years, Driehaus employees have proudly supported the following non-profit organizations:
The Houston Food Bank is a solution to both hunger and food waste.
Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) equalizes access to high quality youth development programs for children living in Chicago’s divested communities.
The People’s Music School's mission is to deliver access to the benefits of high-quality, tuition-free music education.
Boys Hope Girls Hope is an international organization centered on cultivating youth empowerment through the foundation of education and holistic support.
Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world.
The Salvation Army's mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Anti-Cruelty Society focuses on building a community of caring by helping pets and educating people.
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations.
Cradles to Crayons’ giving model provides kids with the essentials they need, free of charge.
The Greater Houston Community Foundation helps donors create lasting legacies and meaningful impact.
RMHC provides vital resources and compassionate care to children and their families being served by leading hospitals worldwide.
2018 Driehaus Virtual Portfolio Competition’s awards ceremony
Community Engagement
Driehaus believes in community, our own and the broader one around us. Along with the many charitable causes and volunteer opportunities our employees participate in, the firm sponsors a virtual portfolio competition with DePaul University. Engaging with the next generation is our way of connecting with the community and our collective future.
Driehaus Virtual Portfolio Competition with DePaul University
The Driehaus Capital Management Virtual Portfolio Competition is designed to stimulate student interest in investment portfolio management, promote the spirit of teamwork and emphasize the importance of research in investment decision-making.
Student teams create and manage a "virtual" portfolio using an online trading system. They are evaluated on their management of the portfolio according to their adherence to a chosen investment strategy, rationale for stock selection, compliance with the competition's guidelines and portfolio return. The competition runs during the academic year and is overseen by DePaul faculty and Driehaus Capital Management representatives.
Employee Spotlight
Christian Pontarelli
What made you want to work at Driehaus?
I knew I wanted to live in Chicago and I was interested in helping other people manage their money, but at the time I didn’t want to work for a big corporation. At a small company like Driehaus, I was able to gain exposure more quickly to different areas of the business. This has enabled me to have a greater impact on our clients’ portfolio.
Running for a cause
Employees participated in the 2018 Race Judicata 5K Run/Walk, benefiting the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation.
Employee Engagement
Driehaus is a collaborative and team-oriented environment. To foster our vibrant community, the firm sponsors an array of events to encourage employees to build relationships with their colleagues in an informal setting:
- Athletic events
- Happy hours
- Architectural boat tours
- Summer party
- Dessert days
- Meditation
- Casual Fridays
- Thanksgiving lunch
- Holiday parties outside of the office