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Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC (Credit Suisse Securities USA) is the broker/dealer division of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, an investment banking company headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1998 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Credit Suisse (USA), Inc., ultimately owned by Credit Suisse Group AG (SWX: CSGN) in Switzerland. Credit Suisse Securities USA offers a suite of equities, solutions and credit products and services which includes global securities sales, trading and execution, prime brokerage and comprehensive investment research. Their clients include financial institutions, corporations, governments, institutional investors, such as pension funds and hedge funds, and private individuals around the world.

Vitamin Shoppe Industries, Inc. distributes vitamins, nutritional supplements and mineral products. It offers nutritional supplements, herbs, sports nutrition formulas, homeopathic remedies and health, and beauty aids. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in North Bergen, NJ.

Warnaco, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets apparel, sportswear and swimwear. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Ideal Image Development (Delaware), Inc. operates laser hair removal franchise clinics. It offers non-invasive full body laser hair removal treatment for women, men, celebrities, professional athletes, models, and bodybuilders. The company was founded by Joseph Acebal, Richard D. Mikles, and Angela Mikles in September 2001 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL.

Part of Sally Beauty Holdings, Inc., Sally Beauty Supply LLC is a company that retails and distributes beauty products through offline and online. The company is based in Beckley, WV.

Part of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Argosy Group LP is a junk bond underwriter. The company is based in New York, NY. The company was founded by Jay Robert Bloom, Andrew R. Heyer, Dean Casper Kehler. Argosy Group was acquired by Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce on September 01, 1995.

Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. (Broker) (Oppenheimer-Broker) is the global full-service brokerage division of Oppenheimer & Co., Inc., an investment boutique headquartered in New York City with additional offices nationwide. Founded in 1975, the firm is owned directly by Viner Finance Inc., an indirect subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings Inc. (NYSE: OPY). Oppenheimer-Broker offers a full array of brokerage services to retail, institutional, and corporate clients.

Management Services International Ltd. is a British company that provides hotel and management consulting services.

Trimaran Capital Partners LLC (Trimaran Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1995 by Jay R. Bloom, Andrew R. Heyer and Dean C. Kehler. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Giuliani Partners LLC provides management consulting services. It offers services which include capital raising, mergers and acquisitions, and financial and operational restructuring. The company was founded by Robert W. Giuliani in January 2002 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern teaches worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. The University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

Bath & Body Works, Inc. produces and distributes beauty products. The firm has reinvented in the personal care industry with the introduction of fragrant flavorful indulgences including shower gels, lotions, candles, and accessories. The company was founded in 1990 and is located in Reynoldsburg, OH

National Retail Federation operates membership organizations. Its channels of distribution include department, specialty, discount, catalog, Internet and independent stores. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Godiva Chocolatier, Inc. produces and markets chocolates. Its products include truffles and shell-molded chocolate pieces, biscuits, gourmet coffees, and hot cocoa. The firm also sells chocolate concoctions, including bonbons, flavored coffee, and cookies. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.

Worldwise, Inc. designs, produces and markets pet products. Its brands include SmartyKat, TrustyPup, Petlinks, goDog and Guaranteed On Board. The firm offers pet bedding, cat scratchers, cat toys and other cat accessories. The company was founded by Aaron Lamstein, Phil Genet and Debra Lynn Dadd in 1990 and is headquartered in Novato, CA.

Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc. operates as a performing theater. The private company is based in Fort Worth, TX. The CEO of the company is Martin C. Bowen.

SAC Acquisition LLC manufactures and distributes furniture. Its products include FootSac, SquattoMan, TubeSac and SodaSac. The company was founded by Shawn David Nelson and Dave Underwood in 1995 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

Old Navy LLC retails men's and women's apparel. It offers tops, tees, graphics, blouses and shirts, sweaters, dresses, rompers and jumpsuits, skirts, jeans, pants, leggings, shorts, outerwear and jackets, sleep and lounge, and sweatshirts and sweatpants. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

ICR LLC provides public relations and financial communications consulting services. Its practice areas include investor relations, corporate communications, transactions and special situations, crisis and issue management and capital advisory. The firm serves aerospace, defense and intelligence, building materials and home-builders, clean technology, energy, financial services and investment management, food and beverage, healthcare, professional services, restaurants, and technology sectors. The company was founded by Chad A. Jacobs and Thomas M. Ryan in 1998 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT.

United Way of Tarrant County provides educational, income and health assistance programs. It offers financial assistance to low income working families, helping adults with on going health concerns, and fundraising to generate revenue for programs. The company was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Forth Worth, TX.

Satori Capital LLC (Satori Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2008 by Sunny Creek Vanderbeck and Randy Marc Eisenman. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Part of Steiner Leisure Ltd., Ideal Image Development Corp. provides aesthetics and wellness services. The company is based in Tampa, FL. Sharon M. Leite has been the CEO of the company since 2023.

Part of Global Brands Group Holding Ltd., the company is based in New York, NY. The company sells fashion accessories, footwear, and apparel.

Hill Country Holdings LLC sells furniture, mattresses, bedding, home decor, rugs, and lighting through online channels. The private company is based in New Braunfels, TX. Gary Seals has been the CEO of the company since 2002.