Andrew Almquist

Advent International LP (Advent) is an independent private equity firm founded in 1984 by Henry H. Haight. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Toys "R" Us, Inc. engages in the distribution and retail of toys and baby products. The firm's products include Hello Kitty City Cruiser, Bugaboo Cameleon and Bugaboo Donkey Strollers, Buckyballs high-powered magnet sets and Hug and Tugs, Puppy and Monkey. It offers a selection of private label merchandise under names such as Babies "R" Us, Journey Girls, Imaginarium, Fast Lane, You and Me, Just Like Home, True Heroes, Totally Me!, Dream Dazzlers, and Fao Schwarz. The company was founded by Charles P. Lazarus in February 1948 and is headquartered in Wayne, NJ.

Star Markets Co., Inc. is a national grocery store chain that focuses on quality and overall shopping experience. The company is based in Cambridge, MA. The company offers a wide selection of products, including their signature Own Brands premium selection. Customers can order groceries for delivery or curbside pickup, and they also have a bakery, deli, meat, seafood, flowers, fresh produce, and pharmacy available for curbside pickup or delivery. The company accepts SNAP EBT and provides a grocery app for coupons and deals.

Guitar Center, Inc. distributes musical instruments. It offers musical lessons, repairs, and rentals. The company was founded by Wayne Mitchell in 1959 and is headquartered in Westlake Village, CA.

Town Sports International, Inc. owns and operates sports clubs. Its network includes New York Sports Clubs, Washington Sports Clubs, Boston Sports Clubs and Philadelphia Sports Clubs providing health and fitness facilities. The company was founded in the year 1974 and is headquartered in New York, NY

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.

OnForce, Inc. provides online information technology for on-site tech talent in field services. The firm offers online work platform, talent exchange, preferred talent pools, freelancer management system, consumer electronics and information technology. The company was founded by Jeffrey P. Leventhal, Mark L. Friedman and Gabe Miano in February 2003 and is headquartered in Lexington, MA.

Ecentria Group, Inc. is a company that manufactures gear. The company is based in Northbrook, IL. The company was founded by Pavel Shvartsman, Mark Levitin. Mark Levitin has been the CEO since incorporation.

Paint Nite LLC operates as a social painting event company. It hosts painting events in local bars and restaurants. The company was founded by Daniel Hermann, Sean McGrail, and Pranav Vaidya in March 2012 and is headquartered in Somerville, MA.

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.

Geest Ltd. engages in the preparation and marketing of prepared foods. The firm offers pizzas, salads, sauces, soups, and breads. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Peterborough, UK.

H.I.G. Capital LLC (H.I.G Capital) is a private equity division of H.I.G. Capital LLC founded in 1993 by Sami W Mnaymneh and Anthony A Tamer. The firm is headquartered in Miami, Florida with offices in Europe, Latin America and Middle East.

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc. owns and operates supermarkets and grocery stores. Its services include wholesale procurement, category management, pricing, private label brands, marketing and advertising, merchandising support, store design, and business and accounting. The company was founded by Israel Cohen and Abraham Siegel in 1918 and is headquartered in Keene, NH.

MindEdge, Inc. provides online information for continuing education and corporate training courses. The firm publishes books, white papers, teaching notes and course materials focused on the areas of business and management, communications, effective writing and online teaching methods and tactics. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Waltham, MA.

Likewize Corp. provides wireless distribution and supply-chain services. The firm specializes in accessories, supply chain solutions, handset protection & insurance programs, reverse product solutions, buyback & trade-in solutions and financial solutions. The company was founded by Raul Marcelo Claure in 1997 and is headquartered in Miami, FL.

Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy, Inc. operates as a pharmacy and health store. Its products includes facial care and makeup products, as well as beauty accessories; body care, hair care, bath and shower, sun care and bug spray, shaving and hair removal, hand and foot care, and kids and baby skin care and bath products; vitamins, supplements, minerals, sports and nutrition. The firm has offices in California, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington. The company was founded by Don L. Summerfield, Dale Schwartz and Barry Perzow in June 2000 and is headquartered in Boulder, CO.

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

Highland Capital Partners LLC (Highland Capital Partners) is a venture capital firm is founded in 1987 by Paul A. Maeder and Bob F. Higgins. The firm is headquartered in Cambridge, US.

Kids2, Inc. designs and markets nursery items and developmental toys for children. Its products include bouncers and rockers, play mats and gyms, swings, bath and potty, blankets and swaddles, nursing and positioning, and travel toys. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The Sports Authority, Inc. (Management) is an acquisition vehicle led by the senior management of The Sports Authority. The private company is based in Englewood, CO. The CEO of the company is Michael E. Foss.

Merrick Pet Care, Inc. manufactures and sells natural and organic pet food products. It offers canned and dry entrees; and treats, such as chews, hooves, sausages, rawhides, tendons, bones, ears, and fillets. The firm sells a variety of dry and wet foods, as well as treats, that are available at independent pet specialty stores and online via select retailers. The company was founded by Garth Merrick in 1988 and is headquartered in Amarillo, TX.

Porchlight Equity Management LLC (Porchlight Equity) is a private equity firm founded in 2007. The firm is headquartered in Wellesley, Massachusetts.

Bakkavor Holdings Ltd. manufactures and produces fresh food. Its products are ready meals, pizzas, desserts, convenience salads, and leafy salads. The company was founded by Lydur Guomundsson and Agust Gudmundsson in 1986 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Tufts Associated Health Plans, Inc. provides healthcare plans. It offers health care coverage options to individuals and employer groups. The firm also offers choice tiered network option plan and Steward Community Choice, a community-based plan, developed in conjunction with Steward Health Care System. The company was founded by Morton A. Madoff in 1979 and is headquartered in Watertown, MA.

OLLY Shoes engages in the provision of children's footwear. It offers soft sole and new walker, athletic, casual, dress, uniform, dance, fashion and winter boots. The company was founded by Thomas G. Stemberg and Katherine Chapman Stemberg in 2001 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Indochino Apparel, Inc. provides online custom suits. Its products include classic and fashion-forward suits, shirts, blazers and coats, pants, and accessories. The company was founded by Heikal Gani and Kyle Vucko in March 2007 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

OpticsPlanet, Inc. operates as an online retail store. It offers sports optics, tactical and military gear, scientific products, hunting gear, professional grade products and eye wear. It offers The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Northbrook, IL.

The Tile Shop LLC manufactures natural stone tiles, setting and maintenance materials and related accessories. The company was founded by Robert A. Rucker in 1985 and is headquartered in Plymouth, MN.

Ren's Feed & Supplies Ltd. supplies pet products. It offers products of different brands including Chuckit!, andis, Oster, ACANA, WAHL, KONG, and petcurean. The company was founded by Ren Job in 1976 and is headquartered in Oakville, Canada.