R. Neal Black

Gottschalks, Inc. is a regional department and specialty store chain based in Fresno, California. Its department stores offer a wide range of better to moderate brand-name and private-label merchandise, including men's, women's, juniors and children's apparel; cosmetics, shoes, fine jewelry and accessories; and home furnishings including China, housewares, domestics, small electric appliances and furniture and mattresses. The company was founded by Emil Gottschalk in 1904 and is headquartered in Fresno, CA.

Sonic Corp., through its subsidiaries, engages in the operation and franchising of chain of drive-in restaurants. Its product includes specialty drinks, ice cream desserts, made-to-order cheeseburgers, chicken entrees, hand-made onion rings, and tater tots. The company was founded by Troy N. Smith Sr. in 1953 and is headquartered in Stratford, CT.

Venture Stores, Inc. operates a regional discount store chain in the midwestern and southwestern regions of the United States. The private company is based in O'Fallon, MO.

Jos. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc. engages in designing and manufacturing men's and women's clothing. It offers wide selection of sportswear, footwear, accessories and tuxedo rental products. The company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Hampstead, MD.

Saks, Inc. owns and operates department stores through its subsidiaries. It is an omni-channel luxury retailer, which offers a wide assortment of distinctive fashion apparel, shoes, accessories, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Catholic Charities USA, Inc. provides emergency and social services. It offers networking; national advocacy, media; program development; training, technical assistance and financial support services. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Linens Design, Inc. designs and sells linens. The private company is based in MIAMI, FL.