Anschutz

Anschutz is a surname of German origin that has become associated with a number of prominent business figures and enterprises in the United States and abroad. The most well-known contemporary bearer is Philip Anschutz (born 1939), an American entrepreneur and billionaire who built a large private company, The Anschutz Corporation. Through this entity and its affiliates, the Anschutz family has invested across a range of industries, including energy, real estate, transportation, media, and entertainment.

One of the most visible arms of the group is Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG), a subsidiary that develops, owns, and operates entertainment venues and promotes live events. AEG has been involved in the construction and management of arenas and stadiums and has organized concerts, sports competitions, and other large-scale productions around the world. The group is known for its long-running involvement in the live entertainment sector and for planning and operating major venues and events.

Philanthropy and civic engagement have also been part of the family’s profile, with donations and support directed toward cultural, educational, and religious organizations and initiatives in the United States. The Anschutz enterprises are privately held, and management has typically emphasized a long-term investment approach rather than public trading.

Overall, the Anschutz name is closely associated with a diversified portfolio centered on entertainment, sports, and real estate, with the Anschutz Corporation and AEG at the core of its public identity. The family’s activities have left a distinctive mark on the U.S. entertainment and sports landscape.