Chester Pipkin

Belkin International, Inc. engages in the development and provision of computer products and consumer electronics. It offers networking solutions and accessories for mobile devices, such as iPod, iPhone, laptops, and netbooks, as well as energy conservation products. The company was founded by Chester J. Pipkin in 1983 and is headquartered in Playa Vista, CA.

Linksys Group, Inc. develops wireless, broadband and LAN networking solutions. The firm provides VoIP, wireless and Ethernet networking for home, small office, home office and small business users. It specializes in products and solutions that provide economical sharing of broadband internet connections, files, printers, digital music, videos, photos and gaming over a wired and wireless network. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

Belkin Ltd. manufactures peripherals and connectivity solutions for computer and consumer electronics users. It offers networking products, iPod and iPhone accessories, iPad cases, mobile audio devices, cables, surge protectors, and chargers. The company was founded on March 6, 1996 and is headquartered in Rushden, the United Kingdom.