From Layoffs to NHL Ownership | Charlottesville News

David Hoffmann, Chairman of Lee Enterprises and recipient of the Horatio Alger Award, built a $1.7 billion empire through his Hoffmann Family of Companies—127 diverse businesses spanning agriculture, aviation, media, and more. Once forced to deliver tough news like layoffs, he pivoted into executive search, founding DHR Global and mastering talent alignment. His sons now lead real estate and private equity divisions, continuing the legacy. The family’s stability—zero layoffs during the pandemic—stems from prioritizing employee well-being and community. Now, Hoffmann’s bold next move? Acquiring the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins, proving his relentless drive to build enduring, cross-sector empires. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4bf90e4b370e9793