Dodge Family Office

The Dodge Family Office is a multi-faceted investment firm based in Melbourne, Australia, serving as the umbrella organization for numerous businesses and global investments. Established in 1938 by Fred Dodge as a luggage manufacturer, the firm has evolved over three generations into a diverse operation. It manages a broad range of financial investments across various asset classes and property development projects, fostering strong, long-term relationships with professionals in real estate, construction, investment, and financial industries. The firm also maintains a charitable foundation, aiming to create a legacy of philanthropy within the family.

The firm's investment focus is broad, encompassing direct equities, private equity, managed funds, hedge funds, and debt financing. They also engage in syndicated property development deals across Australia, London, and New York, and invest in live musical theatre productions in Australia, London, and the USA. The Dodge Family Office actively seeks new opportunities both domestically and internationally, often investing alongside venture capital and private equity groups globally.

Key operating businesses under the Dodge Family Office include Spartan School Supplies, a leading Australian supplier of school bags and accessories; Autobrite Car Wash; and Point Property Group, which has developed a wide array of real estate projects since its inception in 1995. The firm's diversified portfolio reflects its multi-generational approach to wealth stewardship, emphasizing long-term value creation and cross-sector diversification.

The team is led by third-generation family members Ron, Marty, and Joel Dodge. Ron Dodge, who joined the family business in 1970, spearheaded the move to offshore manufacturing and founded Spartan School Supplies and Point Property Group. Marty Dodge, a Chartered Accountant with experience at KPMG and Perpetual Limited, joined in 2015 and manages a broad range of financial investments and property development projects. Joel Dodge, with a background in marketing and education, transitioned into the investment side of the business, sourcing a wide array of global investments and developments.