Paul Hutchinson

Paul Hutchinson is a distinguished business owner, investor, and philanthropist renowned for his extensive professional accomplishments and profound humanitarian impact.

Co-founding Bridge Loan Capital Fund LP in 2005 and later Bridge Investment Group’s family of private equity funds in 2008, Paul played a pivotal role in growing the firm's assets under management to over $14 billion by his retirement in 2017. His influence extends beyond finance, as he is also known for his significant contributions to child rescue missions.

As the primary investor and Executive Producer of the acclaimed film "Sound of Freedom", Paul spotlighted one of the largest child rescue missions in history. His direct involvement in the rescue of over 120 victims underscores his commitment to combating child trafficking. In 2017, Paul founded the Child Liberation Foundation, through which he has led or participated in more than 70 undercover rescue missions across 15 countries, liberating over 5,000 children.

Before his humanitarian efforts, Paul enjoyed a successful career as an entrepreneur and business owner, delivering keynote speeches to royalty and at prestigious family office conferences on six continents. His notable achievements include receiving the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, the 2022 International Medal of Freedom, and being knighted by Prince Lorenzo in the Order of San Martino and again as a Knights Templar. He has also been honored with honorary doctorates from 12 universities, the Race Award from Harvard Business School, and multiple Lifetime Achievement Awards.

Paul’s contributions extend into various influential roles, including serving as an International Commissioner of Human Rights, Associate Producer of the film "La Soga Salvation", and former board member of several prominent organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the FBI Citizens Academy. He has also been recognized as one of the "Enlightened 50" top innovators committed to the common good and one of the "Forty Under 40" most influential young business leaders. With training from CIA operatives, Navy Seals, and KRAV experts, and his roles as a judge for the Utah Entrepreneur Challenge and a mentor at the University of Utah School of Business, Paul Hutchinson remains a leading figure in both business and humanitarian circles.