Samantha Keyes

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. provides franchise in sign, graphics and visual communications. Its products include digital signs, message boards, and displays; promotional products; and signs, banners, and graphics. It also also offers content development, installation, graphic design, project management, survey and permitting, and shipping and storage services. The company was founded by Gary Salomon and Robert Schanbaum in 1985 and is headquartered in Carrollton, TX.

Academic Partnerships LLC assists public universities and colleges in the transition to online courses and online degree programs. It assists institutions with the conversion of their traditional degree programs and certificates into an online format, recruit qualified students and support enrolled students through graduation. The firm offers market research and strategy, academic, partner support, marketing, enrollment, student retention and strategic partnership services. The company was founded by Randy Best in 2007 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Lightbay Management LLC (Lightbay Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2016 by Nav Rahemtulla and Adam Lance Stein. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Part of FASTSIGNS International, Inc., Propelled Brands is a multi-brand platform company that includes FastSigns, SignWave, NerdsToGo, and Suite Management Franchising, LLC, the parent company of My Salon Suite and Salon Plaza. Propelled Brands is based in Carrollton, TX, and the CEO of the company is Catherine Monson. The company provides support, guidance, and a clear vision to fully equip every franchisee, helping them maximize success.

Lane Boots LLC is a private company that specializes in creating high-quality western-style boots for women. Lane Boots is based in Arlington, TX and was founded in 2007 by Patrick Lane. The company's boots come in a variety of styles, including mules, over the knee, ankle, and tall boots, and are hand-crafted with a focus on detail. The company's signature turquoise-soles add a touch of luxury to their western chic designs.