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Oakleigh Thorne
Président chez
GOGO INC.
Fortune : 120 M $ au 31/07/2026
Profil
Oakleigh B. Thorne is the founder of Blumenstein, founded in 1996, serving as Founding Partner since 2011.
Mr. Thorne was the founder of Thorndale Farm LLC, founded in 1996, and was Manager from 1996 to 2014.
Mr. Thorne currently serves as Executive Chairman at Gogo, Inc. since 2024, and has been with the company since 2003.
Mr. Thorne is a Director at Dutchess Day School and Dutchess Land Conservancy, and a Member of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Former positions include President & Chief Executive Officer at CCH, Inc.; Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at eCollege.com, Inc. from 2000 to 2007; Chief Executive Officer at Commerce Clearing House, Inc. from 1996 to 2021; Chairman, Co-President & Chief Executive Officer at Gogo Business Aviation LLC; Chairman at Helix Education, Inc.; Chairman-Emeritus at Young Adult Institute, Inc.; Director at FarmLink, Inc., Zave Networks, Inc., ShopperTrak RCT Corp., and Datamark, Inc. (Texas); Director at Intelsat Inflight LLC from 2000 to 2007; Director at Trout Unlimited, Inc. in 2011; and Director at AirCell, Inc. from 2003 to 2007.
Education includes an undergraduate degree from Boston University conferred in 1980 and an MBA from Columbia Business School.
Détentions connues dans des sociétés publiques
| Société | Date | Nombre d'actions | Valorisation | Date de valorisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GOGO INC. 21,24 % | 30/06/2026 | 28 731 424 ( 21,24 % ) | 120 M $ | 31/07/2026 |
Postes actifs de Oakleigh Thorne
| Sociétés | Poste | Début |
|---|---|---|
| GOGO INC. | Président | 31/12/2020 |
Dutchess Day School
 Dutchess Day School Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Dutchess Day School is an independent institution serving pre-K through grade 8 students. The private company is based in Millbrook, NY. The school offers a comprehensive academic program that includes preschool, lower school, and upper school, with an interdisciplinary curriculum enriched by hands-on and innovative learning experiences. Subjects taught include science, math, social studies, English, foreign languages, computer science, art, music, and physical education. The school emphasizes STEAM education through its design, innovation, and technology program, which covers digital literacy, programming, robotics, 3D design and printing, and engineering skills. Arts education is integrated with studio art, music, drama, and dance. Athletics are required for upper school students, with teams in 12 sports and physical education for all grades. The school also offers family-style dining, after-school activities, service learning, and opportunities for volunteering. Dutchess Day School promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is governed by a board of trustees. | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | - |
Dutchess Land Conservancy
 Dutchess Land Conservancy Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Dutchess Land Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the rural character, natural resources, and open lands of Dutchess County. The non-profit company is based in Millbrook, NY. The organization conserves farmland, forests, streams, orchards, and scenic landscapes, focusing on safeguarding traditional villages, sustainable working farms, healthy forests, ecological corridors, and public access to natural spaces. It works with landowners, farmers, town officials, and community members to promote land stewardship through conservation easements, monitoring, and support during property transfers. Dutchess Land Conservancy engages the community through educational programs, workshops, webinars, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising events, covering topics such as habitat protection, sustainable farming, invasive species removal, climate adaptation, and beekeeping. The organization provides resources including maps, newsletters, success stories, and nature exploration materials to encourage public involvement. | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | - |
Art Institute of Chicago
 Art Institute of Chicago Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Blumenstein/Thorne Information Partners LLC
 Blumenstein/Thorne Information Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance BTI Partners is an active manager that invests in companies located in the US. The firm participates in early and later stage capital transactions and focuses on sectors such as communication and technology. It makes co-investments and acquires a minority stake. The firm takes a seat on the board of directors. | Fondateur | 01/01/1996 |
Anciens postes connus de Oakleigh Thorne
| Sociétés | Poste | Fin |
|---|---|---|
Commerce Clearing House, Inc.
 Commerce Clearing House, Inc. Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Manufactures tropical law reports, periodicals and books publishing and printing services | Directeur Général | 19/02/2021 |
eCollege.com, Inc.
 eCollege.com, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides information services to the postsecondary and K-12 education industries | Directeur Général | 01/01/2007 |
Gogo LLC
 Gogo LLC Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides in-flight connectivity and wireless in-flight digital entertainment solutions | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | 01/01/2007 |
AirCell, Inc.
 AirCell, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications AirCell, Inc. is a wireless internet service provider that delivers internet and telephone services. The private company is based in Bakersfield, CA. The company connects most of its wireless towers directly to a fiber optic network, which ensures high bandwidth, low latency, and reliability at lower costs. AirCell offers symmetrical internet connections with equal upload and download speeds, unlimited data without caps or throttling, and supports heavy usage such as streaming, gaming, and uploading. It serves both residential and business customers and is open to expanding its service areas. | Directeur/Membre du Conseil | 01/01/2007 |
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Formation de Oakleigh Thorne
Expériences
Fonctions occupées
Actives
Inactives
Sociétés cotées
Entreprise privées
Relations
76
Relations au 1er degré
21
Entreprises liées au 1er degré
Homme
Femme
Administrateurs
Exécutifs
Sociétés liées
| Entreprise privées | 21 |
|---|---|
CCH, Inc.
 CCH, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Provides tax and business law information and software solutions | Technology Services |
eCollege.com, Inc.
eCollege.com, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides information services to the postsecondary and K-12 education industries | Commercial Services |
Blumenstein/Thorne Information Partners LLC
Blumenstein/Thorne Information Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance BTI Partners is an active manager that invests in companies located in the US. The firm participates in early and later stage capital transactions and focuses on sectors such as communication and technology. It makes co-investments and acquires a minority stake. The firm takes a seat on the board of directors. | Finance |
FarmLink, Inc.
 FarmLink, Inc. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Provides premier combine rental programs and proprietary data services | Finance |
Zave Networks, Inc.
 Zave Networks, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Operates as an Internet platform for discount coupons and incentives | Technology Services |
Gogo, Inc.
 Gogo, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Operates as a holding company with interests in in-flight internet connectivity and wireless in-cabin digital entertainment solutions | Communications |
Boston University
 Boston University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Commerce Clearing House, Inc.
Commerce Clearing House, Inc. Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Manufactures tropical law reports, periodicals and books publishing and printing services | Consumer Services |
Helix Education, Inc.
 Helix Education, Inc. Data Processing ServicesTechnology Services Provides enrollment growth solutions for colleges and universities through data-driven services & technologies | Technology Services |
Young Adult Institute, Inc.
 Young Adult Institute, Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Provides education and training services | Health Services |
Art Institute of Chicago
Art Institute of Chicago Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Gogo LLC
Gogo LLC Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides in-flight connectivity and wireless in-flight digital entertainment solutions | Communications |
Trout Unlimited, Inc.
 Trout Unlimited, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Conserves, protects & restores coldwater fisheries | Commercial Services |
ShopperTrak RCT Corp.
 ShopperTrak RCT Corp. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Provides software solutions | Technology Services |
Dutchess Day School
Dutchess Day School Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Dutchess Day School is an independent institution serving pre-K through grade 8 students. The private company is based in Millbrook, NY. The school offers a comprehensive academic program that includes preschool, lower school, and upper school, with an interdisciplinary curriculum enriched by hands-on and innovative learning experiences. Subjects taught include science, math, social studies, English, foreign languages, computer science, art, music, and physical education. The school emphasizes STEAM education through its design, innovation, and technology program, which covers digital literacy, programming, robotics, 3D design and printing, and engineering skills. Arts education is integrated with studio art, music, drama, and dance. Athletics are required for upper school students, with teams in 12 sports and physical education for all grades. The school also offers family-style dining, after-school activities, service learning, and opportunities for volunteering. Dutchess Day School promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is governed by a board of trustees. | Consumer Services |
Gogo Business Aviation LLC
 Gogo Business Aviation LLC Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides airborne telecommunications | Communications |
Thorndale Farm LLC
 Thorndale Farm LLC Financial ConglomeratesFinance Provides investment services | Finance |
Dutchess Land Conservancy
Dutchess Land Conservancy Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Dutchess Land Conservancy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the rural character, natural resources, and open lands of Dutchess County. The non-profit company is based in Millbrook, NY. The organization conserves farmland, forests, streams, orchards, and scenic landscapes, focusing on safeguarding traditional villages, sustainable working farms, healthy forests, ecological corridors, and public access to natural spaces. It works with landowners, farmers, town officials, and community members to promote land stewardship through conservation easements, monitoring, and support during property transfers. Dutchess Land Conservancy engages the community through educational programs, workshops, webinars, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising events, covering topics such as habitat protection, sustainable farming, invasive species removal, climate adaptation, and beekeeping. The organization provides resources including maps, newsletters, success stories, and nature exploration materials to encourage public involvement. | Commercial Services |
AirCell, Inc.
AirCell, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications AirCell, Inc. is a wireless internet service provider that delivers internet and telephone services. The private company is based in Bakersfield, CA. The company connects most of its wireless towers directly to a fiber optic network, which ensures high bandwidth, low latency, and reliability at lower costs. AirCell offers symmetrical internet connections with equal upload and download speeds, unlimited data without caps or throttling, and supports heavy usage such as streaming, gaming, and uploading. It serves both residential and business customers and is open to expanding its service areas. | Communications |
Columbia Business School
 Columbia Business School Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Datamark, Inc. (Texas)
 Datamark, Inc. (Texas) Commercial Printing/FormsCommercial Services Provides digital printing, information technology consulting and managed services | Commercial Services |
