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Arbor Investments Management LLC (Arbor Investment) is a private equity firm founded in 1999 by Gregory Purcell and Joseph Campolo. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with an office in New York.

The Carriage House Cos., Inc. manufactures private label foods including jellies and preserves, peanut butter, barbeque sauce, mexican sauces and various syrups. It has established itself as a supplier to the foodservice, retail and international market segments. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Fredonia, NY.

St Athena Global Holdings Ltd., founded in 2016, is the parent company of Steelite International, a world-renowned manufacturer of dinnerware and flatware solutions for the hospitality industry. The private company is based in Burslem, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. Steelite International has partnered with Tony Abou-Ganim to introduce the Modern Mixologist Bar Tools line, which provides professional bartenders with everything they need to create a masterpiece. Additionally, RCR's Opera, made of 100% recyclable Eco-Crystal, has increased the brand's notoriety with its timeless "Made in Italy" style.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

Maple Leaf Foods USA, Inc. manufactures frozen foods. The company's products include fresh and prepared meats, poultry, frozen bakery products, seafood and animal feeds. Maple Leaf Foods USA is located in Des Plaines, IL.

Part of Nestlé SA, McCain Citrus, Inc. is an American company that manufactures juice-based products for the foodservice and private label retail markets. The company is based in IL. McCain Citrus was acquired by Pasco Beverage Group LLC from McCain Foods Ltd. on April 24, 2000 for $70 million.

Wells Enterprises, Inc. manufactures and distributes ice cream and frozen treats. Its brands include Blue Bunny, Blue Ribbon Classics, Bomb Pop, Sorbabes and Weight Watchers Frozen Novelties. The firm offers products to grocery stores, supermarkets, convenience stores, vending outlets, restaurants, and foodservice establishments. The company was founded by Fred H. Wells Jr. in 1913 and is headquartered in Le Mars, IA.

Restaurants Unlimited, Inc. owns and operates restaurants. It operates upscale dining locations encompassing different concepts. The firm enables its customers to place gift card orders online. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Schwan's Co. engages in the manufacturing and marketing of frozen foods through home-delivery, retail-grocery, and food-service channels. It provides products under the brands Red Baron, Tony's, Freschetta, Pagoda, Edwards, and Mrs. Smith's. The company was founded by Marvin M. Schwan on March 18, 1952 and is headquartered in Marshall, MN.

Concord Foods LLC produces and supplies food products and ingredients for supermarkets, food service operators, and food manufacturers in the United States. The firm offers lemon and lime juice, seasoning mixes, smoothie mixes, apple related products, caramel and chocolate dips, fresh dessert mixes and glazes, beverage bases, fountain syrups and toppings, confectioners fillings, variegates, caramels, stabilized fruits and fruit purees, and chocolates for dairy, confectionery, frozen dessert, and bakery industries. The company was founded by Jeff Neville in 1968 and is headquartered in Brockton, MA.

Steelite International Ltd. engages in the manufacture and supply of tabletop products to the hospitality industry. It offers products such as tableware, metalware, and glassware. It provides its products and services to caterers, restaurants, retirement homes, cruise lines, casinos, and hotels. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, the United Kingdom.

Reyes Holdings LLC engages in the distribution of food and beverage products. It operates through its business units such as Reyes Beverage Division, Martin Brower, Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottling, and Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling. The company was founded by Joseph Christopher Reyes, Joseph A. Reyes, and Jude M. Reyes in 1976 and is headquartered in Rosemont, IL.

Part of Hormel Foods Corp., Arriba Foods, Inc. is a company that manufactures and markets Mexican food products. The company is based in Houston, TX. Arriba Foods was acquired by Hormel Foods Corp. from Arbor Investments Management LLC on January 31, 2005 for $47 million.

Founded in 1976, American National Bank & Trust is an independent locally-owned bank located in Wichita Falls, Texas. The bank is a direct subsidiary of AmeriBancShares, of Delaware, Inc. Their ultimate parent is AmeriBancShares, Inc.

Part of HOK Group, Inc., Anderson Consulting Team is an American company that provides event planning services. The company is based in MO. Anderson Consulting Team was acquired by Populous, Inc. on November 22, 2002.

Allied Specialty Foods, Inc. develops a specialized crafting system to carve rib eye steaks. It offers thin sliced steak and chicken products in both cooked and raw format. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Vineland, NJ.

The New French Bakery, Inc. distributes bakery products. It produces and markets take-and-bake, par-baked and fresh artisan breads. The firm provides its products through an online store, as well as through its bakery store. The New French Bakery was founded in 1995 by Peter Kelsey and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Shore Capital Partners LLC (Shore Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2009 by Justin Ishbia. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Innovative Packaging Co. is a specialty packaging distributor that serves custom and stock packaging needs for food and beverage, industrial, and cannabis businesses in the Pacific Northwest. The company is based in Vancouver, WA and has subsidiaries in the United States. IPC's value proposition is centered around customer service, and the company helps clients improve efficiencies, increase profitability, and initiate their plans. The company was founded in 2012 by Jeremy Concannon and Matt Concannon, and the CEO is Ted DeHaan.

Main Street Gourmet LLC provides customized bakery products for national and regional in-store bakeries, restaurants and other food operators. Its product lines consist of muffins, cookies, brownies, bars, granola, quick breads, toppings, and many other dessert products. The company was founded by Harvey S. Nelson and Steven L. Marks in 1987 and is headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, OH.

BevSource, Inc. provides beverage development, production, sourcing and logistics solutions. The firm offers a spectrum of services and sourcing capabilities to develop, produce and deliver beverage vision from the first formula to full trucks of product. The company was founded by Michael Gondek and Janet Johanson in 2002 and is headquartered in St. Paul, MN.

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