Keith A. McDonough

Brookstone, Inc. develops and markets innovative gadgets and specialty items. It is an innovative product development and specialty lifestyle retail company that operates Brookstone branded stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company operates in three segments based on its distinct distribution channels and customer bases: Retail, eCommerce and Alternative Distribution. The Retail segment is comprised of all full-year stores in addition to all temporary stores and kiosks. The firm's retail product distribution is conducted primarily through the store locations. The eCommerce segment is comprised of the Brookstone catalog and products promoted via its internet website. The firm's eCommerce product distribution is primarily conducted through the company's customer care center and distribution center located in Mexico, Missouri and by its vendors. The Alternative Distribution segment is comprised of sales of its products to select resellers and corporate partners. The company was founded in 1965 by Pierre de Beaumont and Mary de Beaumont and is headquartered in Merrimack, NH.

P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Inc. owns and operates a chain of upscale-casual dining restaurants. The company was founded by Paul M. Fleming and Philip Chiang on July 20, 1993 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ.

The Yankee Candle Co., Inc. manufactures and retails scented candles. Its products include candles, wax melts, candle accessories, flameless fragrance, car and small spaces, gifts and gift cards, personalized candles and fragrances. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in South Deerfield, MA.

Backcountry.com LLC provides online retail services. It provides products for activities such as skiing, backpacking, camping, snowboarding, rock climbing, kayaking and mountaineering through its website. The firm also retails outdoors and winter sports gear, selling through sites that include Backcountry.com, Backcountryoutlet.com, Tramdock.com, and Dogfunk.com. The company was founded by James Holland & John Bresee in October 1996 and is headquartered in Park City, UT.

Balfour & Co. manufactures and distributes jewellery and recognition products. It offers innovative products such as class rings, yearbooks, graduation products, achievement publications, and affinity jewellery through in-school and retail distribution. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Butler Capital Corp (Butler Capital) is a private equity firm. The firm is headquartered in Albany, New York.

Fenway Partners LLC (Fenway Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1994 by Peter Lamm and Richard Dresdale. The firm headquartered in New York.

Zephyr Management LP (Zephyr Management) is a private equity firm founded in 1994 by Thomas Barry. The firm is headquartered in New York.

totes isotoner Corp. manufactures and distributes umbrellas, gloves, raincoats, and other weather-related accessories. It offers galoshes, overshoes, winter boots and toasties, snow boots, gloves, slippers, hats and scarves, sandals, and accessories for men, women, and kids. The firm offers its products through stores and online worldwide. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Harry Winston, Inc. designs and sells diamonds and precious gems. It manufactures and markets watches made up of diamonds through its retail stores. The company was founded by Harry Winston in 1932 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Pure Fishing, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets fish tackle products. The firm manufactures fishing tackle products under the brands Berkley, Stren, Spiderwire, Abu Garcia, Mitchell, Fenwick, and SevenStrand. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Columbia, SC.

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.

VCM Fund Advisors LLC (Versa Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2004 by Ira Mark Lubert and Greg L. Segall. The firm is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Harvest Meat Co., Inc. distributes meat products. The firm offers beef, lamb, pork, poultry, and veal products along with seafood and cheese. It distributes products in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Kansas and Oregon. The company was founded by Frank Leavy in 1989 and is headquartered in National City, CA.

Victoria's Secret Stores LLC retails apparel, lingerie, and personal care products. It sells products through the Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works, and PINK brands. The company is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

Pepperidge Farm, Inc. provides bakery foods. It offers cookies, desserts, crackers, side dishes, and sandwiches. The firm has distribution centers in San Diego, Palm Springs, and Visalia. The company was founded by Margaret Rudkin in 1937 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT.

American Laser Centers LLC provides laser skin care and cosmetic treatments. It offers laser hair removal, body shaping, fotofacial, glycolic peel, microdermabrasion, dermal fillers, cellulite treatment, skin rejuvenation, and botox services. The company was founded by Richard Morgan in January 2002 and is headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI.

YCC Holdings LLC operates as a holding company with interest in designs, manufactures and markets premium scented candles. The company was founded on October 20, 2006 and is headquartered in South Deerfield, MA.

Dakota Venture Group, Inc.(DVG) is a venture capital, a subsidiary of University of North Dakota founded in 2006 by Austin Steffen. The firm is headquartered in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Svendsen Sport A/S supplies fishing tackle. Its brands include Savage Gear, Prologic, okuma, Scierra, Water Wolf, Ron Thompson, Lenz Optics, Eiger Explore Nature, Hansen of Denmark, and E-thrust. The company was founded on May 18, 1993 in and is headquartered in Gadstrup, Denmark.

Alex & Ani LLC designs and sells fashion accessories. Its products include bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and rings. The company was founded by Carolyn Rafaelian in 2004 and is headquartered in Cranston, RI.

TriPointe Management Co. LP provides investment advice. The private company is based in New York, NY. The company was founded by Dale F. Morrison.

Twin Ridge Capital Management LLC provides investment services. The private company is based in Menlo Park. The American company was founded by Sanjay K. Morey.