Gary M. Kusin
Chairman at Young Presidents' Organization, Dallas Chapter
Profile
Gary M.
Kusin is the founder of Gurwitch Products LLC and Laura Mercier US Buyer LLC, both founded in 1995.
He was also the founder of Babbages, Inc. founded in 1983, where he served as President.
Currently, he serves as Chairman of Young Presidents' Organization, Dallas Chapter, Director of Taco Bueno Restaurants LP, Director of Dallas Citizens Council, Director of Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc., Director of ATD Corp., and Trustee of St. Mark's School of Texas.
His former positions include Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of TreeHouse, Inc., Chief Executive Officer of HQ Global Workplaces, Inc., President & Chief Executive Officer of Kinko's, Inc. and FedEx Kinkos, Inc., Co-Chairman of Southwestern Medical Foundation, and Lead Director of Electronic Arts, Inc. He also served as an Independent Director of Fossil Group, Inc., Director of Petco Animal Supplies, Inc., RS Legacy Corp., Sabre Holdings Corp., American Tire Distributors, Inc., FleetPride, Inc., TVI, Inc. (Washington), Myer Holdings Ltd., Sabre Corp., Petco Holdings, Inc., and Vice President & General Manager-Merchandise of Macy's, Inc. He is an Advisor of TPG Growth LLC and a Member of McCombs School of Business.
He received his undergraduate degree from The University of Texas at Austin and his MBA degree from Harvard Business School.
Mr. Kusin is also the founder of Kusin Gurwitch Cosmetics LLC.
Gary M. Kusin active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc.
Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc. Industrial SpecialtiesProcess Industries Part of American Roller Co. LLC, Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc. manufactures polyurethane and rubber compounds. The private company is based in Lake Forest, IL. Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co. was acquired by American Roller Co. LLC on November 06, 2023. | Director/Board Member | 2009-10-19 |
ATD Corp.
ATD Corp. Automotive AftermarketConsumer Durables ATD Corp. operates as a distributor of replacement tires. It sells custom wheels and accessories and related tire supplies and tools. The firm serves local, regional and national independent tire retailers, mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs, tire manufacturer-owned stores, automotive dealerships and web-based marketers. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY. | Director/Board Member | 2010-09-30 |
Taco Bueno Restaurants LP
Taco Bueno Restaurants LP RestaurantsConsumer Services Taco Bueno Restaurants LP owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It prepares mucho nachos, salads, and a pita sandwich called the Muchaco. It has Mexican eateries in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas offering fast-food Mexican items such as burritos, quesadillas, and tacos. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Farmers Branch, TX. | Director/Board Member | - |
St. Mark's School of Texas | Director/Board Member | - |
Young Presidents' Organization, Dallas Chapter | Chairman | - |
Dallas Citizens Council
Dallas Citizens Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Dallas Citizens Council operates as a membership organization for citizens council. The non-profit company is based in Dallas, TX. W. Kelvin Walker has been the CEO of the company since 2019. | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of Gary M. Kusin
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SABRE CORPORATION | Director/Board Member | 2022-04-26 |
FOSSIL GROUP, INC. | Director/Board Member | 2012-05-22 |
ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. | Director/Board Member | 2010-11-08 |
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Training of Gary M. Kusin
The University of Texas at Austin | Undergraduate Degree |
Harvard Business School | Masters Business Admin |
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Linked companies
Listed companies | 5 |
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ELECTRONIC ARTS INC. | Technology Services |
MACY'S, INC. | Retail Trade |
FOSSIL GROUP, INC. | Consumer Durables |
MYER HOLDINGS LIMITED | Retail Trade |
SABRE CORPORATION | Technology Services |
Private companies | 22 |
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Babbages, Inc.
Babbages, Inc. Electronics/Appliance StoresRetail Trade Part of GameStop Corp., Babbages, Inc. is a software retailer. The private company is based in Dallas, TX. The company was founded by Gary M. Kusin, McCurry Jim. | Retail Trade |
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.
Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. retails premium pet food, supplies, services and companion animals. The firm specializes in pet services, dog food, dog supplies, dog products, dog beds, cat food, cat supplies, cat products, cat beds, fish tanks, fish supplies, small animal and reptile supplies. The company was founded by Walter Evans in 1965 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Retail Trade |
RS Legacy Corp.
RS Legacy Corp. Electronics/Appliance StoresRetail Trade RS Legacy Corp. is a national retailer of innovative mobile technology products and services, as well as products related to personal, home technology and power supply needs. It offers the technology products and services which are related to personal, home technology and power supply needs. The company's U.S. RadioShack retail stores operate under the RadioShack brand name in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The kiosks consist of its network located throughout the United States. These kiosks, which are not RadioShack-branded, are primarily located in Target and Sam's Club store locations and kiosk locations offer a wide selection of mobile phones, accessories and related services. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX. | Retail Trade |
Sabre Holdings Corp.
Sabre Holdings Corp. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Sabre Holdings Corp. provides tours and travel services. It also offers online reservations for airlines, hotels, cruises, car rental companies and vacation packages. The company is headquartered in Southlake, TX. | Consumer Services |
American Tire Distributors, Inc.
American Tire Distributors, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services American Tire Distributors, Inc. distributes tires and related products. The firm carries tires for passenger vehicles, pick-up trucks, sport utility vehicles, tractor-trailers, buses, commercial applications, farm machinery, and specialty and recreational vehicles. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Huntersville, NC. | Distribution Services |
FleetPride, Inc.
FleetPride, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services FleetPride, Inc. engages in the distribution of automotive parts and services of heavy-duty trucks and trailers. It includes air conditioning and heating, body, chemicals, engine, fuel systems, lubrication and filtration, tools, safety, and supplies, air intake, brakes and heel ends, cooling systems, engine management, starters, alternators, and electrical, trailer parts, air system, cab and chrome, drive train, exhaust, lighting, and suspension and steering. It also offers services such as drive-in, transmission and differentials, spring shop, inspections, engine repair, drive wheel and flywheel, fluid power and hydraulics systems, and other services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Irving, TX. | Distribution Services |
Taco Bueno Restaurants LP
Taco Bueno Restaurants LP RestaurantsConsumer Services Taco Bueno Restaurants LP owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It prepares mucho nachos, salads, and a pita sandwich called the Muchaco. It has Mexican eateries in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas offering fast-food Mexican items such as burritos, quesadillas, and tacos. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Farmers Branch, TX. | Consumer Services |
TreeHouse, Inc.
TreeHouse, Inc. Home Improvement ChainsRetail Trade TreeHouse, Inc. operates a home improvement supply chain store. The firm’s projects include flooring, interior & exterior paint, kitchen and bath remodel, heating & air conditioning, insulation & air sealing, residential solar energy, roofing, windows and rain water harvesting. The company was founded by Jason Ballard and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Retail Trade |
Gurwitch Products LLC
Gurwitch Products LLC Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Gurwitch Products LLC manufactures and markets cosmetic products. The firm’s brands include Laura Mercier and Revive. The company was founded by Janet Gurwitch and Gary Kusin in 1995 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
HQ Global Workplaces, Inc.
HQ Global Workplaces, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance HQ Global Workplaces, Inc. provides workplace solutions and services. Its services include full time and virtual office facilities, conference and meeting rooms, mail, phone services, audio and video conferencing in the United States. It offers its services to independent and mobile professionals, home-based businesses, small & emerging businesses and mid to large corporations. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Addison, TX. | Finance |
TVI, Inc. (Washington)
TVI, Inc. (Washington) Specialty StoresRetail Trade TVI, Inc. engages in the operation of retail stores. It offers clothing and accessories for men, women, and children and household goods under the Savers, Value Village, Village des Valeurs, Unique Thrift Store, and Valu Thrift Store brands. The company operates stores across Australia, Canada, and the United States. The company was founded by William O. Ellison in 1954 and is headquartered in Bellevue, WA. | Retail Trade |
TPG Growth LLC
TPG Growth LLC Investment ManagersFinance TPG Growth LLC is a Venture Capital firm, a subsidiary of TPG Capital Advisors LLC founded in 2000 by William E. McGlashan and Michael Guthrie. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, United States with additional office in London, United Kingdom. | Finance |
Southwestern Medical Foundation | Miscellaneous |
Dallas Citizens Council
Dallas Citizens Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Dallas Citizens Council operates as a membership organization for citizens council. The non-profit company is based in Dallas, TX. W. Kelvin Walker has been the CEO of the company since 2019. | Commercial Services |
Kinko's, Inc.
Kinko's, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Kinko's, Inc. provides packaging, copying and mail services. The company was founded by Paul J. Orfalea and Bernard K. Perrine and is headquartered in Ventura, CA. | Commercial Services |
Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc.
Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc. Industrial SpecialtiesProcess Industries Part of American Roller Co. LLC, Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co., Inc. manufactures polyurethane and rubber compounds. The private company is based in Lake Forest, IL. Polyurethane Engineering Techniques Co. was acquired by American Roller Co. LLC on November 06, 2023. | Process Industries |
Kusin Gurwitch Cosmetics LLC | |
FedEx Kinkos, Inc. | |
Laura Mercier US Buyer LLC
Laura Mercier US Buyer LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Laura Mercier US Buyer LLC is a makeup and skincare company that offers a wide range of products, including foundations, lipsticks, eyeshadows, and skincare items. The American company has a rose-inspired collection of products that are universally flattering for all skin types. The private company also offers a line of hydrating skincare products, lip glosses, and fragrances. Laura Mercier is known for their award-winning tinted moisturizers, concealers, and foundations. The company provides makeup tips, tutorials, and skincare routines on their website. The company also offers a program for professional makeup artists to enhance and support their work. The company was founded by Janet L. Gurwitch and Gary M. Kusin in 1996. | Distribution Services |
Petco Holdings, Inc.
Petco Holdings, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Petco Holdings, Inc. engaged in the retail of pet food, supplied, served and companion animals. It was offered beds, apparel, toys, gates, doors, feeding accessories, biscuits, carriers, litter boxes, scratchers, pet memorials, feeders and aquarium filters. The company was founded in October 2012 and was headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Retail Trade |
ATD Corp.
ATD Corp. Automotive AftermarketConsumer Durables ATD Corp. operates as a distributor of replacement tires. It sells custom wheels and accessories and related tire supplies and tools. The firm serves local, regional and national independent tire retailers, mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs, tire manufacturer-owned stores, automotive dealerships and web-based marketers. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY. | Consumer Durables |
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