JLB Partners Holding

Overview

JLB Partners Holding, Inc. is a family office based in Dallas, Texas, managing investments primarily in real estate and private equity. The firm is the largest shareholder of Fabindia Limited, India's largest private platform for products made from traditional techniques, skills, and hand-based processes. Fabindia links over 55,000 craft-based rural producers to a network of over 350 retail stores across India and select international locations, thereby creating a base for skilled, sustainable rural employment while preserving India's traditional handicrafts. Established in 1960 as Fabindia, Inc., the company underwent a reorganization in 1976, when the newly formed Indian company Fabindia Overseas Pvt. Ltd. took over operations from the U.S. company, and Fabindia, Inc. (U.S.) became a shareholder of the Indian entity. In 1997, John L. Bissell transferred ownership of Fabindia, Inc. in equal shares to his two children, William N. Bissell and Monsoon L. Bissell, who remain actively engaged in running JLB Partners Holding and guiding the success of Fabindia. Today, JLB Partners Holding continues to support Fabindia's growth and expansion, contributing to its mission of providing high-quality, environmentally sensitive, contemporary products derived from India's rich art and craft traditions. The firm's involvement has been instrumental in Fabindia's development into a leading retailer with over 350 stores across India and select international locations, linking over 55,000 craft-based rural producers to modern urban markets.

Investment Focus

• Active involvement in guiding the success of investee companies
• Commitment to preserving traditional handicrafts and promoting sustainable rural employment
• Focus on high-quality, environmentally sensitive, contemporary products derived from traditional techniques

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