Koch Enterprises, Inc. is beating the odds. Studies show that 80 percent of U.S. businesses are family owned or operated by families. While 30 percent of these businesses reach the second generation, only 10 percent make it to the third generation. In other words, 90 percent of all family businesses fail, dissolve or are sold before reaching the third generation. Koch Enterprises, Inc. is being run by Kevin R. Koch, fifth generation family member.

Koch Enterprises is beating the odds in more ways than one. As Koch Enterprises enters the 21st century, not only are they celebrating over 151 years of service, they have been named the 9th largest private company in Indiana and one of the top 500 privately held businesses in the US.

Current President and CEO, Kevin R. Koch, believes the longevity and success of the company can be attributed to its willingness to change with the times. “In the early days, the company sold tin horns and metal furniture. Then we changed to paint finishing systems. Over the years we have diversified our holdings further by adding subsidiaries that range from aluminum recycling to HVAC equipment distribution,” said Kevin R. Koch. One thing that has remained constant is the involvement of the Koch family.