Joseph Mansueto

Founder & Executive Chairman of the Board, MORNINGSTAR INC

Search every verified Joseph Mansueto interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. In an August 2026 appearance, Joe Mansueto, Executive Chairman of Morningstar and owner of the Chicago Fire Soccer Club, discussed his decision to invest in Chicago soccer and his plans for the team. Mansueto said he became passionate about soccer through his children and decided to purchase the club after stepping down from his role at Morningstar. He stated that a world-class soccer club can unify a city and make it more attractive to businesses and talent, citing Seattle, Portland, and Atlanta as examples of cities where soccer is integral to community identity. Mansueto also addressed the financing of the club's new stadium at The 78, saying he chose to fund it privately because he believes sports stadiums are not a good investment for municipalities and that owners should bear the cost. He noted that the club has not requested city or state funding and that he wanted to move quickly without lobbying. Additionally, he mentioned the club's youth academy and reserve teams as part of an ecosystem aimed at building community and developing players.