Linda Pritzker is an American businesswoman, the billionaire heir to the Hyatt Hotels fortune (the Pritzker family). Her colossal wealth is generational, tied to the empire co-founded by her grandfather, A.N. Pritzker. Born in 1953, she is the daughter of Robert Pritzker (former President of the Marmon Group).

Pritzker's career is defined by her spiritual commitment and philanthropic activism. She is a Tibetan Buddhist Lama, a lineage holder, and a teacher of Dzogchen. Her structural role is tied to the fiduciary oversight of the complex family trusts and her commitment to Buddhist and contemplative education through her foundation.

• Hyatt Hotels (Family Heir): The foundational source of her wealth, tied to the global hotel chain and the diversified Marmon Group assets.
• Drala Charitable Trust (Founder): Her primary philanthropic vehicle, supporting Buddhist organizations, environmental causes, and contemplative education.
• Spiritual Role: She is a practicing Tibetan Buddhist Lama and a lineage holder.
• Family Governance: She is one of 13 Pritzker billionaire heirs who collectively manage the complex family trust structure.

Linda Pritzker's structural role is tied to the fiduciary stewardship of her immense inherited assets. She was instrumental in the family's historic 10-year effort to break up the empire (finalized in the early 2000s), which resulted in her taking control of her portion of the liquid and illiquid assets.

Her structural contribution is primarily philanthropic and spiritual: the Drala Charitable Trust is a major structural contributor to Buddhist and contemplative education globally. She maintains a notably private profile, adhering to the discretion often favored by the Pritzker family. Her wealth is secured by the colossal, long-term, stable value of the Pritzker family's diversified assets.

Linda Pritzker's social impact is structural, stemming from her philanthropic commitment to Buddhist and contemplative education, advancing mental and emotional well-being globally. Her family's legacy ensures the long-term stability of the Hyatt Group. Her structural contribution is tied to her unique role as a leader in both finance and global spiritual practice.

Her personal philanthropy supports various educational and community initiatives, often aligned with environmental conservation.

Linda Pritzker maintains the discreet, minimalist style of a spiritual practitioner. Her attire is often simple and traditional, reflecting her focus on Buddhist and contemplative values, contrasting with the high-profile nature of the Pritzker family.

Residing in California, her luxury is the immense security and financial reward derived from her multi-billion dollar fortune. Her life is dedicated to spiritual practice, financial stewardship, and philanthropy.