Rachel Spiegelman

Brown Gibbons Lang & Co. LLC offers investment banking services. Its services include mergers & acquisitions, debt & equity placements, financial restructuring, financial advisory & valuation services. The company was founded by Michael Eugene Gibbons in 1989 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

KeyBanc Capital Markets, Inc. is a registered investment bank and broker/dealer headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm was founded in 1983 and is a subsidiary of KeyCorp. (NYSE: KEY). KeyBanc Capital Markets provides investment banking, commercial lending, treasury management, derivatives, foreign exchange, equity and debt underwriting and trading and syndicated finance products and services to large corporations and middle-market companies.

Driven Brands, Inc. engages in the provision of automotive services. The firm offers preventative and routine maintenance, comprehensive auto body work, collision repair, cosmetics services, platform services, and carwash. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Southern Methodist University is a private university near the center of Dallas, SMU offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through seven schools in the humanities and sciences, business, the performing, visual, and communication arts, engineering, education and human development, law, and theology.

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.

Credit Suisse AG is an investment management firm headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. The firm was founded in 1856 and was acquired by UBS Group AG (SWX: UBSG) from Credit Suisse Group AG in 2023. Credit Suisse manages global and regional portfolios, mutual funds, and other investment vehicles for governments, institutions, corporations and individuals worldwide. They also offer private banking and wealth management, investment banking, and corporate and business support services.

University of Washington functions as a College/University. The company is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Harvest Partners LP (Harvest Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1981 by Harvey Wertheim and Harvey Mallement. The firm is headquartered in New York.

LORD Corp. develops and manufactures adhesive, coating, and motion management technologies for the aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial customers. Its products and solutions include adhesives, coating, electronic materials, magneto-rheological, oil and gas, solar energy, specialty chemicals, vibration and motion control, and wind energy. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Cary, NC.

Ernst & Young provides accounting services. Its services include auditing, accounting, tax and transaction services, assurance and advisory business, online transaction advisory and a wide range of financial services. The company was founded by Arthur Young and Alwin C. Ernst in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

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.

The Hilsinger Co. engages in the manufacture and distribution of optical products and accessories. The firm also provides eyewear repair, educational tools, and rewards services. The company was founded by Arthur Hilsinger Sr., Arthur Hilsinger Jr., and Herbert P. Nelson in 1956 and is headquartered in Plainville, MA.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, 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.

Central Hockey League operates a professional minor league hockey teams playing in small to medium-sized markets primarily in central and southwestern US states. The league, which was started in 1992, is managed and operated by WPHL, a subsidiary of Global Entertainment Corporation.

Peter Piper, Inc. owns and operates pizza and entertainment restaurant chains. It offers small, large and extra large pizzas, appetizers and desserts and salads. The firm also provides milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts and fish products. The company was founded by Tony Cavolo in 1973 and is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

Encanto Restaurants, Inc. operates a chain of restaurants. It operates as a franchisee of food brands such as KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Long John Silver's, and A&W All American Food. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico.

eegee's, Inc. owns and operates restaurant chain. Its products include sandwiches, french fries, salads, homemade ranch dressing, cookies, and the iconic eegee’s frozen fruit drink. The company was founded by Edmund Irving and Robert Greenberg in 1971 and is headquartered in Tucson, AZ.

Quality Synthetic Rubber, Inc. manufactures engineered and precision molded elastomeric components. It offers cable seals, electrical connector sealing, electrical insulating, and industrial sealing products, and custom molded solutions. The firms capabilities include high consistency rubber (HCR) transfer and liquid injection molding, rubber over molding, custom volume production, and silicone extrusion. The company was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Twinsburg, OH.

Europa Eye Wear Corp. is an eyewear company that supports independent eye care professionals. The company is based in Vernon Hills, IL. The company craft products and policies with this focus. The company was founded in 1977 by Cynthia Shapiro and Alan Shapiro.

Seam Group LLC engages in the provision of electrical and workplace training and safety services. It offers includes electrical safety training, on-site and online training, training class evaluation, basic industrial electricity, three phase motor basics, hands-on electrical troubleshooting, high voltage safty, and infrared thermography training. The company was founded by Daryn R. Lewellyn in 1993 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN.

Part of Culpeper Wood Preservers, Inc., Northeast Treaters, Inc. is a trusted brand in pressure treated lumber. The company was founded in 1985 and is based in Belchertown, MA. Culpeper Wood Preservers is one of the largest producers in the industry, offering high-quality products, warranties, and a wide selection of grades to fit any application or budget. The company offers a range of products, including decking, dimensional lumber, fence products, columns, and deck accessories. Culpeper Deck Accessories are a perfect way to finish any outdoor project, while Culpeper laminated timber columns have the handsome appearance of veneer-encased timbers without requiring extra construction time. Culpeper Vibes is a lifestyle brand that celebrates the love, memories, and laughter that come with outdoor living. Northeast Treaters was acquired by Culpeper Wood Preservers, Inc. on July 05, 2022.

Accenture Federal Services LLC provides management and technology consulting services. The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Part of The Hilsinger Co., Hilco Europe is a British company that distributes eyewear products. The company is based in Hawes, UK and was founded in 1981.

Transtar Holding Co. LLC engages in the distribution and manufacture of OE and aftermarket automotive products. Its businesses include driveline distribution, paint and autobody, and manufacturing. The company is headquartered in Walton Hills, OH.

Rubicon Technology Partners LLC (Rubicon Technology) is an independent private equity firm founded in 2013 by Andy S. Gesell, Steve Carpenter and John C. Hodge. The firm is headquartered in Boulder.

Pleatco LLC manufactures and develops water filtration systems. The firm specializes in the design of pump and filter technologies for pool and spa filtration applications. Its products include filter cartridges, antimicrobial filters, and grids used for diatomaceous earth filtration. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Glen Cove, NY.

iPROMOTEu.com, Inc. operates as a promotional products distributor. The firm’s services include order financing, back office support, sales and marketing, technology, print and packaging and graphic design. The company was founded by Ross S. Silverstein and Walter J. Schneider in August 1999 and is headquartered in Wayland, MA.

WilliamsMarston LLC operates as an accounting advisory and management consulting firm. It offers interim management, restructuring, technical accounting, and private equity services. The company was founded by Landen C. Williams and Jonathan T. Marston in January 2014 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Align Capital Partners, LLC (Align Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2016 by Steve Dyke, Chris Jones and Rob Langley. The firm is headquartered in Shaker Heights, Ohio.

CenterOak Partners LLC (CenterOak) is a private equity firm founded in 2014 by Randall Fojtasek. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.