John Reed

Dairy Mart Convenience Stores, Inc. through its subsidiaries operates as one of the nation's largest regional convenience store chains. It offers a wide range of products and services that cater to the convenience needs of its customers, including gasoline, milk, ice cream, groceries, beverages, snack foods, candy, deli products, publications, health & beauty care aids, tobacco products, select highly consumable general merchandise, lottery tickets, money orders and select customer focused services. The stores are typically located in densely populated, suburban areas on a site which are easily accessible to customers and provide ample parking. Dairy Mart stores are generally free-standing, well-lit structures and designs to encourage customers to purchase high-profit margin products such as deli items, coffee, fountain drinks and other fast food items. The company was founded in 1957 and is operates 480 stores under the 'Dairy Mart' name in seven states located in the Midwest and Southeast which 89 stores are franchised.

Freeman Spogli & Co Inc (Freeman Spogli) is a private equity firm founded in 1983 by Bradford M. Freeman and Ronald Paul Spogli. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California and their offices in New York.

Hot Topic, Inc. provides retail stores that specialize in apparel, accessories, gifts and music. Its products include woven and knit tops, skirts, pants, shorts, jackets, shoes, costume jewelry, body jewelry, intimate apparel, sunglasses, cosmetics, leather accessories and gift items. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in City of Industry, CA.

Restoration Hardware, Inc. engages in the retail and provision of home furnishings. It offers furniture, lighting, textiles, rugs, bathware, decor, outdoor, baby, child, and teen products. The company was founded by Stephen Gordon in 1980 and is headquartered in Corte Madera, CA.

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.

Applaud LLC develops and operates a social networking website. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is a registered broker-dealer subsidiary of Morgan Stanley Domestic Holdings, Inc., ultimately owned by Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) in the US. Headquartered in New York City, the firm was founded in 1987 and provides debt and equity services including underwriting, M&A advice, securities dealing and brokerage and trade execution. Their client base ranges from large global institutional investors to hedge funds at the cutting edge of innovation in the industry.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Corelle Brands LLC engages in the manufacture and market of kitchen and house ware products. It offers household tools, bake ware, and cutlery products. The firm's brands include CorningWare, Pyrex, Corelle, Revere, EKCO, Baker's Secret, Magnalite, Chicago Cutlery, and Olfa. The company was founded by Edward Katzinger in 1888 and is headquartered in Rosemont, IL.

Recreational Equipment, Inc. designs, develops and retails outdoor gear and apparel. It offers products for camping, hiking, cycling, urban lifestyle, travel, and general outdoor recreation. The firm?s products include backpacks, bikes, books, maps, car racks, dog gear, electronics, gift cards, jackets, luggage and day bags, sleeping bags, strollers and bike trailers, sunglasses, tents, and watches. The company was founded by Mary Anderson and Lloyd Anderson in 1935 and is headquartered in Kent, WA.

The Boston Consulting Group, Inc. engages in the provision of management consulting services. It specializes in automotive and mobility; biopharmaceuticals; consumer products; education; oil and gas; power and utilities; engineered products and infrastructure; financial institutions; and health care payers, providers, and services. It offers big data and advanced analytics; change management; client learning and enablement; and corporate development and financial services. The company was founded by Bruce Doolin Henderson in 1963 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Teavana Corp. offers specialty teas. It provides a range of white, green, black, oolong, rooibos, herbal, organic, blooming, mate, and decaffeinated teas. The company was founded by Andrew T. Mack and Nancy Mack in 1997 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Forever 21, Inc. owns and manages women's clothing stores. The firm operates under the brand names Forever 21, XXI Forever, For Love 21, Heritage 1981, and Reference banners. The firm's fashion stores also offer men's and women's clothes, footwear, cosmetic items, and other accessories. The company was founded by Do Won Chang and Jin Sook Chang on April 21, 1984 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Garden Green Products LLC engages in the provision of seed and seed starting products. It operates through the following brands: american seed, NK Lawn & Garden, Ferry-Morse, Jiffy, SUPERthrive, Livingston, Jiffy Hydro, and McKenzie Seed. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Norton, MA.

International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. serves the global retail real estate industry. Its programs include webinars, global awards program, exhibit, sponsorship and advertising, opportunities. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Part of Urban Outfitters, Inc., URBN US Retail LLC is a private company that sells women's clothing, shoes, furniture, and home furnishings through online platforms. URBN US Retail LLC is based in Philadelphia, PA.

Boot Barn, Inc. retails western footwear and apparels. Its products include shoes, shirts, jeans, pants, jackets, skirts, buckles & belts, hats, handbags, watches and gift items for men, women, and kids. The company was founded by Kenneth Meany in 1978 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

RCC Western Stores, Inc. retails western footwear and apparels. The company is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

Ashley Stewart, Inc. provides clothing and accessories for plus size women. It offers dresses, tops, jeans and bottoms, swimwear, and shoes and accessories. The company was founded by Joseph J. Sitt in 1991 and is headquartered in Secaucus, NJ.

Paradies Holdings LLC operates retail stores and restaurants in airports. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Vita-Mix Corp. manufactures and sells blenders through online. Its products include smart system blenders, classic blenders, space saving blenders, and classic accessories. The company was founded founded by William G. Barnard in 1949 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Vera Bradley Designs, Inc. engages in the designs, productions, markets and retails of accessories for women. The company was founded on November 15, 1982 and is headquartered in Roanoke, IN.

Part of Urban Outfitters, Inc., Anthropologie.com LLC is a private company that operates retail clothing stores. The company is based in Philadelphia, PA.

City Barbeque, Inc. operates restaurant chain. It provides catering services for formal wedding receptions, casual backyard get-togethers, and everything in between. The company was founded by Rick Malir in 1999 and is headquartered in Dublin, OH.

Regent Holding Co. LLC deals with the wholesale of decorative accessories. The company was founded by Susan Wang and Robert Wang in 2001 and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.