He arrived in Chicago in 1891 and, by 1895 had teamed with German immigrant Adolph Arnold to found Arnold, Schwinn, and Company. In 1908, Schwinn bought Arnold's interest, becoming sole owner. Ignaz Schwinn maintained the original company name and ran operations through World War II.
He established a partnership with German immigrant Adolph Arnold in Chicago in 1891 and became sole owner of the company after purchasing Arnold's share in 1908. Ignaz Schwinn maintained the original company name and oversaw operations during World War II.