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THE LANCLOS HERITAGE
Long before the Vanderbilt, Rockefeller, and Carnegie families were leaving their mark on America's industrial revolution, the LANCLOS family, which dates back to the 11th century, was leaving its own everlasting impression upon France's political and artistic landscape. The surname Lanclos, pronounced "Lawn-kloh," is very rare and originated during the Middle Ages in Northern France in a historical territory called Picardie. It is derived from the old French word "L'ENCLOS," meaning the enclosed land.
In 1063, Robertus de L'Enclos was the first to be mentioned in the medieval Cartulaire de l'Abbaye de Saint-Étienne de Caen. Throughout its history, the Lanclos surname has been associated with various locations and place names in Normandy, such as Lanclos-sur-Mer, Lanclos-sur-Vire, and Lanclos-le-Petit, further highlighting its connection to the region and its meaning of "the enclosed land."
With regard to individuals, the Lanclos name is associated with some of France's most notable personalities. From well-documented explorers to successful merchants and landowners to a highly decorated military officer who, under Napoleon, received the Legion d'honneur for his bravery, France's highest distinction for valor. As a passenger on the Profound, Jean Baptiste de Lanclos was the first member of the Louisiana linage to make the voyage to Louisiana in 1720. Although the most notable personality of them all was Anne "Ninon" de L'Enclos.
THE LANCLOS LEGACY
Anne "Ninon" de L'Enclos was born in Paris in 1620. She was a child prodigy in music and continued with her success as an author, philosopher, and well-known French socialite, highly regarded for her intellectual prowess. Even though she was orphaned as a young teenager, no woman impacted Europe as much as Ninon. With her strong will to make something of her life, she defiantly resisted the unjust norms imposed upon women. Her belief was, "If a man can have a thousand vices, so can I."
As a proto-feminist rebel, her views on women's rights were so extreme for the time that it led to her eventual imprisonment, although she was later freed at the request of the Queen of Sweden. She was a devoted patron of the arts and very supportive of the up-and-coming generation, so much so that she began a family legacy of financing the careers of young, talented artists, two of whom became some of the most celebrated writers still recognized today, Molière and Voltaire. She allowed Molière his first reading of the famous theatrical comedy Tartuffe in her private social salon. Her establishment was Europe's premier gathering place that hosted intellectual thinkers in literary and political circles, where only men paid membership fees while women's admission was always free. A unique business model of her own design.
Even without her ever getting married, she passed as a very wealthy woman, leaving money in her will for others to build their careers. Because of Ninon, the Lanclos name will forever be a part of France's colorful history, as portraits of her are hung on the walls of the Louvre Palace and the Palace of Versailles, while operas, poems, and movies honor her incredible nobility and influence. Ninon was a close confidant to King Louis XIV, and, during difficult times, he would often ask, "What would Ninon do?"
THE LANCLOS APPROACH
Lanclos, C is the current CEO/President of their Louisiana-based privately-held investment house, Lanclos Limited. He brings a wealth of investment knowledge with his participation in the venture capital, private equity, and family office sectors. More importantly, from his involvement in family business ventures spanning across a variety of industries. Lanclos embraces the time-tested approach to investing where people are viewed as their most valuable assets in their partnerships.
At Lanclos Limited, the journey begins with a profound understanding of the owners’ vision, ensuring alignment before any investment discussions commence. This very exclusive selection process is a testament to their commitment to building lasting relationships. As generational entrepreneurs, investing alongside a network of exceptionally talented investment partners, they are able to navigate the complexities faced by businesses on a regular basis. Lanclos Limited is dedicated to partnering with business owners who aspire to create best-in-class companies across all industries. While they prefer middle-market companies, they also consider smaller businesses that can complement larger companies as bolt-ons.