GARY J. BAUMGARTNER, INC.
GJB Inc. is a private investment firm in Kansas City, MO.
ABOUT US
GJB Inc. serves as the investment research arm for it's founder's family office, guiding investments in public and private companies with a focus on select industries; currently biotechnology, disruptive technology, real estate, and defense. Our experience and expertise in these sectors has produced above market growth.
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GJB sees great value and success in the diversification of its assets. In recent years, we have introduced a larger suite of real estate investment opportunities. In 2018, GJB's executive team formed Southwest Beacon Investments (SWB) to pursue larger real estate investment projects and expand its network of investors that meet strict criteria. Learn more about SWB and its real estate portfolio here.
OUR PORTFOLIO
GJB Inc. is committed to maintaining a diverse portfolio. Our investments span a range of niche industries in growth-oriented companies and assets.
BIOTECHNOLOGY
We invest in small to mid-cap development phase biotechnology companies that are differentiated and have multiple avenues for growth.
DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGY
We invest in emerging technology through closed end managed funds.
REAL ESTATE
Through Southwest Beacon Investments (SWB), we invest in high yield commercial real estate projects.
DEFENSE
We invest in companies that are developing unique technology for U.S. weapons systems.
OUR APPROACH
GJB Inc. believes diversification is integral to reducing risk and creating long term substantial upside.
We uncover value by identifying innovative products, businesses, and real estate opportunities, and subsequently becoming a capital partner. Typically, we target different businesses with new and disruptive technology in sectors where we have expertise and there is potential for long-term growth. We aim to invest in companies where our capital can drive transformation that unlocks the company’s potential.
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GJB Inc. focuses on long-term opportunities, but also follows trading patterns and publicly traded securities to maximize portfolio growth through active portfolio management. We are patient and committed to achieving excellent long-term returns, and in the process, make companies stronger.
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From the beginning, GJB Inc. has pursued a diversified portfolio. In 2012, our diversification focus led to greater investment in commercial real estate. After several successful real estate projects were completed, GJB's executive team formed Southwest Beacon Investments (SWB). Through SWB, we are growing our network of investors to invest in larger, more lucrative projects. Learn more about SWB here.