Jared Rubin

Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC (Credit Suisse Securities USA) is the broker/dealer division of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, an investment banking company headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1998 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Credit Suisse (USA), Inc., ultimately owned by Credit Suisse Group AG (SWX: CSGN) in Switzerland. Credit Suisse Securities USA offers a suite of equities, solutions and credit products and services which includes global securities sales, trading and execution, prime brokerage and comprehensive investment research. Their clients include financial institutions, corporations, governments, institutional investors, such as pension funds and hedge funds, and private individuals around the world.

Parlux Fragrances LLC manufactures a broad line of toiletries, perfumes and colognes. The company was founded by Frederick E. Purches in 1984 and is headquartered in Bellport, NY.

Cybex International, Inc. engages in the manufacturing of exercise equipment. It develops, manufactures and markets strength and cardiovascular fitness equipment products for the commercial and consumer markets. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Owatonna, MN.

Equinox Holdings, Inc. operates fitness clubs and yoga studios in metropolitan areas. It offers services in the areas of athletic training, conditioning, dance, martial arts, regeneration, Pilates, yoga, and studio cycling. The firm also offers spa services, including facials, facial enhancements, massages, laser treatments, body treatments, waxing, sunless tanning, lash extensions, teeth whitening, manicure and pedicure, and healing therapies. The company was founded by Donato Errico, Jr. in 1991 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Burger King Corp. is engaged in the operation and franchise of fast food restaurants. Its products include burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and breakfast meals. The company was founded by James McLamore and David Edgerton in March, 1954 and is headquartered in Miami, FL.

Country Pure Foods, Inc. produces, processes, and distributes juice products and other beverages. The firm provides juices and concentrates, blends, fortified juices, and drinks in various flavors, portion sizes, and packaging options; and other beverages, such as natural spring water, fruit drinks, and iced tea. It serves foodservice, retail, and co-pack markets; retail grocery chains and club stores; and institutions, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and schools in the United States. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Akron, OH.

Giuliani Partners LLC provides management consulting services. It offers services which include capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, and financial and operational restructuring. The company was founded by Robert W. Giuliani in January 2002 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Global Factory, Inc. provides collaborative manufacturing execution systems. The firm's software gather, organize & analyze demand, production & quality data from various sources and monitor key indicators & execute business processes to control, manage & optimize distributed manufacturing operations. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

PricewaterhouseCoopers International Ltd. operates as an international association of accounting and consultancy firm. The company was founded on June 24, 1998 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Value City Furniture designs and manufactures home furnishings. The company offers furniture collections for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining rooms. The company operates about 80 superstores located primarily in Midwestern and Eastern Coast states. Value City Furniture was founded in 1948 and is located in Columbus, OH.

Worldwise, Inc. designs, produces and markets pet products. Its brands include SmartyKat, TrustyPup, Petlinks, goDog and Guaranteed On Board. The firm offers pet bedding, cat scratchers, cat toys and other cat accessories. The company was founded by Aaron Lamstein, Phil Genet and Debra Lynn Dadd in 1990 and is headquartered in Novato, CA.

Grand Rapids Symphony operates as a music association. The company was founded in 1930 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Mistral Capital Management LLC (Mistral Capital Management) is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 2007 by Andrew Heyer. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Model Reorg, Inc. manufactures perfumes and other designer fragrances. It distributes 175 fragrances to mass merchandisers, drug store chains, and specialty outlets in 36 states. It is a subsidiary of E Com Ventures, Inc. The company is headquartered in Bellport, NY.

SAC Acquisition LLC manufactures and distributes furniture. Its products include FootSac, SquattoMan, TubeSac and SodaSac. The company was founded by Shawn David Nelson and Dave Underwood in 1995 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

TechStars Central LLC (TechStars) is an Independent Accelerator Incubator firm founded in 2006. The firm is headquartered in the US..

Kriser's Feeding Pets for Life LLC sells pet food, treats, toys and provides grooming services. The firm offers heritage meats, wild mackerel, valor dog food, single dog treats, and artisan dog food. The company was founded by Brad Kriser in 2006 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.

Schottenstein Property Group is a real estate company that owns, operates, acquires, and redevelops high-quality shopping centers in major population centers throughout the United States. The private company is based in Columbus, OH. The company's portfolio includes 80 retail properties in 23 states, totaling approximately 11.5 million square feet.

Satori Capital LLC (Satori Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2008 by Sunny Creek Vanderbeck and Randy Marc Eisenman. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Part of Mama's Creations, Inc., MamaMancini's, Inc. is a company based in NJ. The American company manufactures and distributes meatballs and sauces.

Creminelli Fine Meats LLC produces handcrafted Italian slami products. It offers tartufo, barolo, casalingo, sopressata, piccante, mortadella, and milano salami meats. The company was founded by Jared Lynch, Chris Bowler and Cristiano Creminelli in 2007 and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT.

Publicis Sapient AI Labs, Inc. provides Provides consultancy and interactive marketing services. Its services include digital product management, artificial intelligence, technology, engineering and consulting. The company was founded in 2004 is headquartered in Boston, MA.

The Chickery LLC provides fast casual chicken franchise services. The private company is based in Washington.

The Kitchen Fund provides investment services. The private company is based in New York, NY.

Bout Time Wine LLC sells wine and canned beverages. The company is based in Wilmington, DE.

Beacon Consumer Incubator Fund I seeks investment opportunities in middle market companies located in United States with enterprise values ranging from $100 - $500 million. The fund targets companies operating in a broad range of sector. It provides financing for later stage capital requirements with an investment size ranging of $25 - $75 million and a minimum transaction amount of $100,000. It takes majority and minority position in companies. Also, it makes controlling investments.