Family owned and managed since 1926
A history of continuity and growth
The Connell family’s prudent management of capital has enabled
the firm to grow and diversify over many generations.
the firm to grow and diversify over many generations.
As a privately held company, The Connell Company is not burdened with the concerns of quarterly or annually reported earnings. Our financial strength is built on a philosophy of conservative fiscal stewardship and reinvestment of profits into our various businesses to foster long term growth. Even as we’ve had limited need for borrowed capital, The Connell Company enjoys long-term relationships with many of the most prestigious banks and financial institutions in the world.
1926
Founded as Connell Rice & Sugar
Company in 1926, Connell traded US-grown rice and brokered domestic sugar and confectionary products.
Company in 1926, Connell traded US-grown rice and brokered domestic sugar and confectionary products.
1960
By the 1960’s and 1970’s, we were the
largest non-governmental rice trader in the world, selling US rice throughout Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
largest non-governmental rice trader in the world, selling US rice throughout Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
1970
During the 1970’s, Connell Rice & Sugar started to diversify into other businesses and changed its name to The Connell Company.
2011
In 2011, Connell ceased its rice operations. Today, our focus is its hospitality, real estate and equipment leasing businesses.
