Jesse J. Wurth

Berkshire Partners LLC (Berkshire Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Berkshire Partners Holdings LLC founded in 1986 by Christopher Clifford, Carl Ferenbach, Russel L. Epker, Brad Bloom and Richard Lubin. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Homesteaders Life Co. provides insurance and related services to the funeral industry. The company also provides marketing programs, literature, information that informs families about all available options in funeral care. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company of Ft. Lauderdale Palm Beach, Inc. produces, markets, and distributes beverages to customers. Its products include Pepsi, Cherry Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Code Red, Mug Root Beer, and Cream Soda. The company is headquartered in Riviera Beach, FL.

Bausch & Lomb, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets eye health products. It offers over-the-counter supplements, eye care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, contact lenses, lens care, ophthalmic surgical devices, and instruments. The company was founded by John Jacob Bausch and Henry Lomb in 1853 and is headquartered in Rochester, NY.

Fluid Routing Solutions Group LLC operates as a holding company. The company was founded in May 2007 and is located in Boca Raton, FL.

Sun Capital Partners, Inc. (Sun Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1995 by Rodger R. Krouse and Marc J. Leder. The firm is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.

Edmundson Art Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization. It operates an art museum and school through the Des Moines Art Center. It offers group and school tours for the following exhibitions and attractions: Wanderlust: Actions, Traces, Journey; The Irrational Marvelous; and FINK/WINOGRAND. The company was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

U.S. Anesthesia Partners Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Thomas Built Buses, Inc. manufactures school buses. It manufactures buses and other vehicles for the commercial transit and specialty vehicle markets. The company was founded by Perley A. Thomas in 1916 and is headquartered in High Point, NC.

DB Cargo (UK) Ltd. provides railway freight transportation and engineering services. Its services include trainload, wagonloads, intermodal, passenger resource and rail industry services. The company was founded in February 1996 and is headquartered in Doncaster, the United Kingdom.

Dyno LLC engages in the manufacture and distribution of sewing products. It produces seasonal products such as handmade decorative bows, hardware clips for lights, storage items, tree stands, stockings, tree skirts, santa suits, bead garland, tinsel garland, animated figures, ornaments and other Christmas trim accessories. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Pompano Beach, FL.

DeWaay Investment Banking provides investment banking services. The private company is based in Johnston, IA.

Gryphon Investors,LLC (Gryphon Investors) is a private equity firm founded in 1995 by R.David Andrews. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Founded in 1868, the YMCA of Greater Des Moines is a non-profit organization composed of community volunteers and individuals. Their programs aim to build character and assets in kids, strengthen family relationships and promote healthy lifestyles. Aside from their programs, they also provide transitional housing shelter in the state. The organization has nine office locations in the State of Iowa aside from its headquarters in Des Moines, Iowa

The Members Group Holding Co., Inc. provides credit union, card processing and consulting services. The firm’s services include credit, debit, ATM, prepaid, fraud, marketing, support, business and consulting services. The company is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

FoodChain ID Group, Inc. engages in the provision of testing and certification services for food and agricultural products. It also offers inspection and consulting services. The company was founded by John Fagan in 1996 and is headquartered in Fairfield, IA.

Kendra Scott LLC provides fashion jewelry and accessories. It offers earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets, charms, and accessories. The company was founded by Kendra Scott in 2002 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Holmes, Murphy & Associates LLC provides risk management and insurance brokerage services. It specializes in agriculture, health and human services, and specialty benefits. The company was founded by Max L. Holmes in 1932 and is headquartered in Waukee, IA.

First Community Trust, NA (FCT) is an investment management firm headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa. The firm was founded in 2001 and is a subsidiary of Affiliates Management Co. FCT manages funds for endowments, foundations, other charitable entities, and credit union investments.

Iowa Innovation Corp. program development services. It specializes in connecting research with industry, connecting innovative businesses with venture capital, connecting startups with mentors, connecting public and private opportunities. The company is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Bridgepoint Capital Partners LLC provides investment banking services. It acts as a lower and middle market investment banking and private equity firm that serves clients over their corporate lifecycles by providing home-bridgepoint consulting, helping companies grow, transform and succeed. The company is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

IPG - Industry People Group, Inc. offers cloud-based talent management software and services. It offers applicant tracking system, compensation management, and performance management. The company was founded by Marc Sampson in 1997 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

GCommerce, Inc. provides software-as-a-service procurement solutions to streamline distribution supply chain operations. Its connectivity solutions facilitate real-time exchange of documents within the purchasing cycle between incompatible business systems and technologies, enabling firms to improve revenue, operational efficiencies, and profitability. The company was founded by Steven R. Smith and Louis Angerame in 2000 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Palisade Systems, Inc. provides data loss prevention (DLP) solutions. It offers products and services to healthcare, educational, government, and financial services firms. The company was founded by Douglas Wayde Jacobson in 1996 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Engineering Solutions & Products, Inc. provides engineering, technical and consulting services. The company was founded on September 12, 2005 and is headquartered in Eatontown, NJ.

The Holmes Group, Inc develops, manufactures and markets home and kitchen appliances. Its products include air purifiers, fans, heaters, humidifiers and lighting. The company has distribution facilities in the United States, Canada, Europe, Mexico, China, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The Holmes Group was founded by Jordan A. Kahn in 1982 and is headquartered in Milford, MA.

Affordable Care LLC provides dental care services. The firm focuses on tooth replacement services and also offers site selection and real estate management, advertising and marketing, practise operations consulting services. It specializes in dental implant, tooth extraction, and partial dentures. The company was founded by George L. Edwards, Jr. and Donald L. Henson in 1975 and is headquartered in Kinston, NC.

Part of Caterpillar, Inc., Electro-Motive Diesel International Corp. designs, manufactures, markets, and installs diesel-electric locomotives for commercial railroad applications.

El Dorado Foods provides investment services in the field of food industry. The CEO of the American company is Javier Vélez Bautista.

Boston Symphony Orchestra Inc. performs symphony orchestra concerts. The organization performs concerts in Japan, China, South America, and Europe. The firm offers educational and training programs for professional musicians. The company was founded in 1881 by Henry Lee Higginson and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Mielle Organics LLC offers hair care beauty services. The company was founded by Monique Rodriguez in 2014 and is headquartered in Merrillville, IN.

Catalina Marketing Corp. provides consumer-driven marketing solutions to brand manufacturers, retailers and health providers. It offers in-store, mobile, and digital brand building solutions that enable consumer and retail brands to build its online, social media, and loyalty programs to acquire consumers for new and established brands. The company was founded by Tom Mindrum, Michael O'Brien, George W. Off, Mike Scroggie and Brian Yeatman in 1983 and is headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL.