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Chattem, Inc. engages in the manufacture of over-the-counter health and beauty care products. It makes anti-dandruff shampoos, medicated skin care, topical pain care, oral care and internal over-the-counter products. The firm distributes its products to mass merchandisers, drugstores and food retail channels. The company was founded by Zeboim Cartter Patten on February 21, 1879 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, NJ.

Charlesbank Capital Partners LLC (Charlesbank Capital Partners) is a private equity firm co-founded in 1997 by Michael Eisenson, Kim Davis, Tim Palmer, Michael Thonis, Mark Rosen and Brandon White. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

MP Holdco LLC is a special purpose vehicle formed to invest in MannaPro Products.

Lakeview Farms LLC engages in the manufacture and distribution of fresh and convenient dips, desserts, and specialty products. Its brands include the Lakeview Farms, Fresh Creations, Gracious Grits, Winky, Luisa’s, Margarita’s, Señor Rico, Salad of the Sea, Sea Gold, and Rojos. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Delphos, OH.

Bloomberg LP engages in the provision of business data, news, and financial information services. Its product include Bloomberg terminal, execution and order management, content and data, financial data management, and integration and distribution. The company was founded by Michael Rubens Bloomberg, Charles M. Zegar, Thomas F. Secunda, and Duncan L. MacMillan in 1981 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Bain Capital Private Equity LP (Bain Capital Private Equity) is a private equity firm, a subsidiary of Bain Capital LP founded in 1984. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Arbor Investments Management LLC (Arbor Investment) is a private equity firm founded in 1999 by Gregory Purcell and Joseph Campolo. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with an office in New York.

Nomura Securities International, Inc. (NSI) is a registered broker/dealer headquartered in New York City and was founded in 1969. The firm is a division of Nomura Holding America, Inc. and their ultimate parent is Nomura Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NMR, TYO: 8604, AMS: 8604). NSI provides securities brokerage services, as well as asset management, domestic retail, global markets, global investment banking and global merchant banking services. The firm's fixed-income business consists of bond sales and trading, origination and product supply for securitization deals and real estate-focused asset finance operations (in cooperation with Investment Banking). In the equity markets, NSI offers sales and trading of domestic and foreign stocks on a global basis, primarily for institutional investors.

The Meow Mix Co. LLC manufactures cat food. Its products include Meow Mix Original, Meow Mix Seafood Medley, Meow Mix Hairball Control, Meow Mix Indoor Formula, and Alley Cat. The company is located in Secaucus, NJ.

Sunny Delight Beverages Co. produces and markets juice-based drinks in North America. It offers glucosamine and chondroitin dietary supplements, flavored waters, juices, fruit smoothies, and bottled beverages. The firm offers its products to consumers, retail customers, and foodservice/vending organizations. Its brands include SunnyD, Elations, Fruit2O, and Veryfine. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

MidOcean US Advisor LP (MidOcean Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2003 by James Edward Virtue. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Gannett Satellite Information Network LLC provides newspaper publishing services. The firm's newspaper offers information on sports, crime, political, financial, and movies. It also offers weekend supplement and a sports publication (USA TODAY Sports Weekly). The company was founded on September 15, 1982 by Allen H. Neuharth and is headquartered in McLean, VA.

The Advertising Council, Inc. promotes public service campaigns. It carries out pro bono ad campaigns on behalf of both government and private organizations. The company campaigns on children's issues, health, community, environment and family matters. The council relies on volunteer efforts from advertising firms. The Advertising Council was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) is an American company that manages food, beverage, household, and personal care products for companies worldwide. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The company focuses on health and wellness, particularly reducing childhood obesity by being transparent with food labels and educating youth about their relationship with food. GMA Brands provides expert reviews on meal brands and comparison articles to help consumers make informed buying decisions. Geoff Freeman has been the CEO of the company since 2018.

Brand Connections LLC provides integrated media and marketing services for advertisers. It offers targeted media, one-to-one marketing, point-of-usage sampling, in-flight digital media, and other marketing tools. The company was founded by Brian F. Martin in 2001 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

American Beverage Association operates as a trade association that represents America's non-alcoholic beverage industry. It represents beverage producers, distributors, franchise companies and support industries. The firm also serves as liaison between the industry, government and the public, and provides a unified voice in legislative and regulatory matters. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

bswift LLC provides software and services that streamline benefits, human resources and payroll administration services. It offers critical tasks, including the compilation of your benefit program details and rules, system configuration, data conversion, quality assurance and testing, data exchange and service integrations such as call center. The firm’s solutions cover audits, benchmarking, benefit portal, benefits administration, benefits information system, plan advisor, billing and business process outsourcing. The company was founded by Michael A. Sachs in 1996 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Part of Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc., Universal McCann Co. is a media communication agency. The company is based in New York, NY. Eileen Kiernan has been the CEO of the company since 2012.

The Media Network, Inc. provides social marketing, research, and outreach services. Its services include strategic communications planning, cross media campaign development, research and evaluation, community outreach, cultural adaption and translation, and meeting and event planning. The company was founded by Nhora barrera Murphy in 1999 and is headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.

Beverages Holdings LLC operates as a holding company with interests in beverage production. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Blacksmith Brands, Inc. operates as a platform company to invest in over-the-consumer products brands. It also markets over-the-counter drug and personal care products. The firm's brands include EFFERDENT, EFFERGRIP and PEDIACARE. The company was founded by Peter C. Mann and Dana L. Schmaltz in 2009 and is headquartered in Tarrytown, NY.

IRTS Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which provides electronic media and communication services. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Philadelphia Media Network LLC publishes newspapers and magazines. It offers online services of the two newspapers throughout the country. The company offers publications, reader, marketing and advertising services. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

MediaBrands Worldwide, Inc. operates as a media, marketing and digital communications agency. The company was founded on July 02, 1997 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Arctic Glacier LLC produces, markets and distributes packaged ice products. Its packaged ice products are supplied to commercial users, including bakeries and meat processors. The firm produces ice in bulk containers that are sold primarily to poultry processors, fishing industry, chemical, and concrete plants. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada.

Arbor Investments LLC provides investment services. The private company is based in Portland, OR. The company was founded by John Legend MacCarthy. John Legend MacCarthy has been the CEO since incorporation.

Broad Sky Partners LLC (Broad Sky Partners) is a private equity firm founded by Tyler Zachem and David Basto in 2013. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Dentsu Aegis Network Americas provides brand, media, and digital communication services. It offers products and services that include marketing and communication strategies through digital creative execution, media planning and buying, mobile applications, SEO, content creation, brand tracking, marketing analytics, sports and entertainment marketing, and near-field communications. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.

Bloomberg Media is a multi-platform brand that provides decision-makers with timely news, analysis, and intelligence on business, finance, technology, climate change, politics, and more. The private company is based in New York. Powered by a newsroom of over 2,700 journalists and analysts, Bloomberg Media reaches influential audiences worldwide across every platform including digital, social, TV, radio, print, and live events. The CEO of the American company is M. Scott Havens.

Red Collar Pet Foods, Inc. engages in the manufacture of pet foods. It offers cat and dog food. The company is headquartered in Franklin, TN.

Comic Relief, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in the United States. Comic Relief US raises money and awareness to address the needs of vulnerable communities in the US and around the world. Through the power of entertainment, Comic Relief US drives awareness and amplifies the voices of under-resourced communities. Comic Relief US is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and donations are 100% tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. The American company's vision is to create a world where all children are safe, healthy, educated, and empowered. The non-profit company's innovative solutions aim to bring long-term improvements to people's lives. The company was founded in 1985 by Richard Curtis, and the CEO is Alison Moore.