William P. Carmichael

Esmark, Inc. operated as an holding company created to house the investment. It has focused on several key industries including oil and gas exploration, aviation, real estate, technology, and sports management. The company was founded on January 19, 1973 and was headquartered in Hinsdale, IL.

Simmons Bedding Co. LLC manufactures and markets mattresses. The firm offers products under the brand names such as BackCare, Beautyrest, Deep Sleep, Natural Care, HealthSmart and Simmon. The company was founded by Zalmon G. Simmons in 1870 and is headquartered in Norcross, GA

Indiana University Foundation provides financial support to education and charitable causes. The company was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Bloomington, IN.

Cobra Electronics Corp. designs and manufactures mobile communications and navigation products. The firm’s products include CB radios, detection systems, dash cams, accessories, portable power, power inverters, marine VHF radios, walkie talkies and two way radios, professional navigation, wireless items, and legacy products. The company was founded by Carl Korn in 1948 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

E-II Holdings, Inc. specializes in the production of suitcases, traveling bags, and briefcases.

The Hillshire Brands Co. provides meat-centric food solutions for the retail and foodservice markets. The company was founded by Nathan Cummings in 1939 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The Finish Line, Inc. engages in the retail of athletic shoes, apparel, and accessories for men, women, and kids. It operates through the Footwear and Softgoods categories. The company was founded by Alan H. Cohen, Larry J. Sablosky, and David I. Klapper in 1976 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN.

Beatrice Foods Co. is a company that specializes in freeze-dried food processing, specifically fruits and vegetables. The company is based in Phoenix, AZ.

The Succession Fund invests in small and medium sized growth companies located in Canada. The fund focuses on companies with revenues greater than $10million and enterprise value exceeding $5million. It target companies with EBIT greater than $2 million and strong management teams. It targets companies operating in the fields of manufacturing, distribution and service. It provides financing for MBOs, secondary buyouts and chips off the table transactions. It acquires minority interest with an investment size ranging from $3 to $8 million per company. It also takes a seat on the board of directors.

Tri-Continental Corp. is a diversified, closed-end management investment company, which invests primarily for the longer term. Its objective is to produce future growth of both capital and income while providing reasonable current income. The company was founded on January 14, 1929 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Columbia Seligman Premium Technology Growth Fund, Inc. is a closed end mutual fund investment trust, which invests in technology and technology-related companies. Its investment objectives is to seek growth of capital. The company was founded on September 03, 2009 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Elevate Textiles, Inc. engages in the manufacture of textile products. It offers global textile brands including American & Efird, Burlington, Cone Denim, Gütermann, and Safety Components. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Greensboro, NC.

McMoRan Exploration Co. explores, develops, and produces oil and gas. The company was founded by James R. Moffett and B. M. Rankin Jr. in May 1994 and is headquartered in New Orleans, LA.

Columbia Funds provides investment banking services. The company is headquartered in Shrewsbury, MA.