Michael W. Rotelle

Ace Hardware Corp. distributes and sells lumber, hardware, and related products. It offers lawn and garden products, paint, home goods, tools, hardware, plumbing equipment, heating and cooling solutions, electrical, and auto products. The company was founded by Richard Hesse, E. Gunnard Lindquist, Frank Burke, Oscar Fisher, and William Stauber in 1924 and is headquartered in Oak Brook, IL.

Part of Albertsons Cos., Inc., American Stores Co. LLC is a company that retails groceries and specialty food. The company is based in Midvale, UT. The company was founded in 1917. American Stores Co. was acquired by Albertson's, Inc. on June 24, 1999 for $9,010.80 million.

Imperial Sugar Co. processes and markets refined cane sugar. It refines, packages, and distributes granulated, powdered, liquid, and brown sugars, as well as co-crystallized sweeteners and syrups under the Dixie Crystals, Imperial, Savannah Gold, NatureWise, and Holly brand names, as well as under private labels. The firm also markets organic and fair trade sweeteners and sugar/stevia sweetener blends. The company was founded in 1843 and is headquartered in Sugar Land, TX.

Nash-Finch Co. operates as a wholesale food distributor. It operates through three segments: Military Food Distribution, Food Distribution and Retail. The Military Food Distribution segment engages in selling and distributing grocery products to U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Food Distribution segment sells and distributes variety of nationally branded and private label grocery products and perishable food products from various distribution centers to many independent retail locations located across the U.S. The Retail segment is made up of various corporate-owned grocery stores which are operating under the Sun Mart, Econofoods, Avanza, the Family Thrift Center, Pick 'n Save, Family Fresh Market, Prairie Market, Saver's Choice, Wally's Supermarkets and Wholesale Food Outlet banners. The company was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

The Vons Cos., Inc. operates supermarkets and other grocery stores. The firm offers Organics, Opten Nature, Lucerne, refreshe, Primo Taglio and Safeway Care brands. The company was founded in 1906 by Von der Ahe and is headquartered in Arcadia, CA.

Wellspring Capital Management LLC (Wellspring Capital Management) is a private equity firm founded in 1995 by Greg Feldman and Martin Davis. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Equinox Holdings, Inc. operates fitness clubs and yoga studios in metropolitan areas. It offers services in the areas of athletic training, conditioning, dance, martial arts, regeneration, Pilates, yoga, and studio cycling. The firm also offers spa services, including facials, facial enhancements, massages, laser treatments, body treatments, waxing, sunless tanning, lash extensions, teeth whitening, manicure and pedicure, and healing therapies. The company was founded by Donato Errico, Jr. in 1991 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

SmartBargains, Inc. operates an online shopping destination for smart shoppers. It offers belts, bottoms, denim, swimwear, wedding dresses, and tops for ladies and girls; hats, belts, bottoms, jackets and coats, ties, and tops for men; bottoms, jackets and coats, belts, and tops for boys, and bottoms, gloves, hats, booties, dresses, scarves, sleepwear, jackets and coats, jumpsuits and rompers, and tops for babies. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Part of Bowlero Corp., AMF Bowling Centers Holdings, Inc. is a company that manufactures bowling equipment. The company is based in Mechanicsville, VA. AMF Bowling Centers Holdings was acquired by AMF Group, Inc. on May 02, 1996. The CEO of the company is Thomas F. Shannon.

Floor & Decor Outlets of America, Inc. retails flooring and related products. Its products include stone, wood, laminate, and vinyl. The company was founded by George Vincent West in 2000 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Deloitte & Touche LLP engages in the provision of audit, advisory, financial advisory, tax, and consulting services. The company was founded on March 7, 1995 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Part of United Natural Foods, Inc., SUPERVALU Holdings, Inc. engages in food processing activities. The company is based in Hazelwood, MO. SUPERVALU Holdings was acquired by Super Valu Stores, Inc. on November 02, 1992 for $1,100 million.

S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. manufactures and sells household products for home cleaning and storage, air and personal care, and insect control. Its brands include Windex, Pledge, Glade, Shout, Saran, Ziploc, Kiwi, Scrubbing Bubbles, and Raid. The company was founded by Samuel C. Johnson in 1886 and is headquartered in Racine, WI.

Jewel-Osco Co. operates pharmacy retail stores. It provides immunizations, diabetes care, and health screening services. The company has operations in Illinois, Iowa, and Indiana. The company was founded by Frank Skiff and Frank Ross in 1899 and is headquartered in Melrose Park, IL.

Dorsey & Whitney LLP is a business law that provides legal solutions catering to the needs of business as they enter new markets, establish joint ventures overseas, and navigate international law. The company was founded in in 1912 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Part of TigerLogic Corp., Just Educational Services provides software training services. Just Educational Services was acquired by Pick Systems, Inc. on July 24, 2000 for $8 million.

Cub Foods, Inc. owns and operates grocery stores. It provides meats, seafood and baked goods. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Stillwater, MN.

International Franchise Association is a non-profit organization, which represents and protects the interests of the franchise community. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Americold Logistics LLC provides temperature controlled warehousing and logistics. It offers comprehensive warehousing, transportation, and logistics solutions. The firm owns and operates temperature-controlled warehouses in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, China, Argentina, and Canada. The company serves food producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to the end consumer. Americold Logistics was founded in 1931 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Food Marketing Institute, Inc. develops, promotes, and conducts programs in public affairs, food safety, research, education and industry relations. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Lenox Corp. wholesales tabletop, collectibles and other giftware products. It offers china, crystal, flatware, giftware, home decor and tabletop products are timeless pieces that reflect craftsmanship. The company was founded by Walter S. Lenox in 1889 and is headquartered in Bristol, PA.

Humanity In Action, Inc. engages in educating and connecting young people who seek to become leaders on issues related to human and minority rights. The company was founded by Judith S. Goldstein in November 1997 and is headquartered in Long Island City, NY.

Beall's, Inc. owns and operates department stores. It operates through its subsidiaries Beall's Department Stores, Beall's Outlet Stores, and Burke's Outlet Stores. The firm also provides distribution, information systems, loss prevention, and human resources services. The company was founded by Robert M. Beall Sr. in 1915 and is headquartered in Bradenton, FL.

Twin Cities Public Television, Inc. produces television programs. Its programs include The Forgetting-A Portrait of Alzheimer's and Dragonfly TV. The company was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in St. Paul, MN.

The Minnesota Orchestra provides support for the orchestra and promotes music education. Its association reaches 10,000 children and adults each year through its music education programs. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

New Albertson's, Inc. owns and operates grocery and drug stores. It offers deli, bakery, total photo, fresh produce, gift cards and floral, meat and seafood, and natural and organic products. The firm also provides prescription products, as well as in-store health screenings, personalized medical reviews, health education, and adult immunization services. It also provides online shopping services. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Boise, ID.

JES, Inc. operates as a computer and technology consulting firm. It offers information technology business consulting, windows networking and workstations, cisco routers, firewalls and security, security penetration testing, network integration of windows, MAC, UNIX, Linux, HP-UX, SCO Unix,web design and development for small business services. The company was founded in 1972 by Joe Earl Smith and is headquartered in San Antonio, TX.