Ben Varadi
Founder at SPIN MASTER CORP.
Net worth: 261 M $ as of 2024-03-30
Network origin in Ben Varadi first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
Richard Ivey School of Business
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| College/University | Other Consumer Services | 64 |
| Public Company | Recreational Products | 36 | |
Spin Master Ltd.
 Spin Master Ltd. Recreational ProductsConsumer Durables Spin Master Ltd. manufactures and markets consumer products for children. Its brands include Bakugan Battle Brawler, Air Hogs and Tech Deck in boy's product line and Liv in girl's product line. The firm has marked an entry into children's media with the launch of Spin Master Entertainment, a division focusing on the design, development and production of television and other media properties, includes a 2011-slated Bakugan feature film with partner Universal Pictures. The company was founded by Anton Rabie, Ronnen Harary and Ben Varadi in 1994 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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| Subsidiary | Recreational Products | 17 |
Spin Master, Inc.
 Spin Master, Inc. Recreational ProductsConsumer Durables Spin Master, Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures toys for kids. Its brands include Bakugan Battle Brawler, Air Hogs, Tech Deck in boy''s product line and Liv in girl''s product line. The company was founded on January 26, 2007 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.
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| Subsidiary | Recreational Products | 3 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Ben Varadi via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATTEL, INC. | Recreational Products | Corporate Officer/Principal President | |
| THE TORONTO-DOMINION BANK | Major Banks | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| ROYAL BANK OF CANADA | Major Banks | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer | |
| NEWELL BRANDS INC. | Industrial Conglomerates | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| LOBLAW COMPANIES LIMITED | Food Retail | Director/Board Member Investor Relations Contact | |
| MANULIFE FINANCIAL CORPORATION | Multi-Line Insurance | Chairman Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
| CCL INDUSTRIES INC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director of Finance/CFO | |
Merrill Lynch & Co. Canada Ltd.
 Merrill Lynch & Co. Canada Ltd. Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance The Group's principal activities are to provide investment, financing, advisory, insurance and related products and services on a global basis. The Group's services includes securities brokerage, trading, insurance, record keeping and underwriting through its broker, dealer, banking, insurance and other financial services subsidiaries. The Group operates in three business segments: Global Markets and Investment Banking group, Global Private Client, and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers. The principal subsidiary of the Group is Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., which provides securities brokerage, option contracts, commodity and financial futures contracts, selected insurance products, options, corporate and municipal securities, investment banking and business advisory services. The Group operates in Europe, Middle East, and Africa, Pacific Rim, Canada and Latin America. In 2005, the Group acquired Pax Clearing Corp, the advest Group and Amvescap Plc. | Finance/Rental/Leasing | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Rotman School of Management | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Harvard University
 Harvard University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services 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. | College/University | Doctorate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board
 Canada Pension Plan Investment Board Investment ManagersFinance The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) is a government-owned professional investment management organization headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The firm was founded in 1997 and is also known as the CPP Investment Board. CPPIB manages the investments of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). | Investment Managers | Portfolio Manager-Equities Corporate Officer/Principal | |
National Bank Financial, Inc.
 National Bank Financial, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance National Bank Financial, Inc. (NBF) is a Canadian mutual fund manager headquartered in Montréal, Quebec. The firm was founded in 1902 and is a direct subsidiary of National Bank Acquisition Holding, Inc., ultimately owned by National Bank of Canada (TSX: NA). NBF is an integrated firm that combines retail advisory and brokerage services with institutional brokerage, investment banking, corporate finance and securities clearing services for third parties. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal Portfolio Manager-Equities Corporate Officer/Principal | |
National Bank Financial, Inc. (Broker)
 National Bank Financial, Inc. (Broker) Investment Banks/BrokersFinance National Bank Financial, Inc. (Broker) (NBF-Broker) is the broker/dealer division of National Bank Financial, Inc., a Canadian mutual fund manager headquartered in Montréal, Quebec. The firm was founded in 1902 and is a direct subsidiary of National Bank Acquisition Holding, Inc., ultimately owned by National Bank of Canada (TSX: NA). NBF-Broker provides retail advisory and brokerage services with institutional brokerage, investment banking, corporate finance and securities clearing services for third parties. The firm has a substantial presence in all regions of Canada, as well as operations in the US and Europe. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Analyst-Equity Director of Research - Equity Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| McGill University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Queen's University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Memorial University of Newfoundland | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Alberta | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of British Columbia | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Toronto | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| The University of Waterloo | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Director/Board Member | |
| University of Western Ontario | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Manitoba | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
RBC Capital Markets LLC
 RBC Capital Markets LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance RBC Capital Markets LLC is a full-service brokerage and financial services firm headquartered in New York City. They are a direct subsidiary of RBC USA Holdco Corp. and a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada (TSE, NYSE: RY). Founded in 2010, the firm is comprised of 3 major business lines: the Private Client Group, the Fixed-Income Group and the Clearing and Execution Services Group. The Private Client Group serves individual investors, while the Fixed-Income Group provides services to institutions, municipalities and non-profit organizations. The Clearing and Execution Services Group is a provider of clearing and execution services to independent brokers/dealers throughout the US. RBC Capital Markets focuses on the following sectors: communications, media, consumer/retail, diversified industries, energy, financial institutions, forest products, healthcare, infrastructure finance, mining & metals, real estate, social infrastructure, technology and the US municipal markets. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Young Presidents' Organization, Inc.
 Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. is a global leadership community of over 30,000 chief executives from 142 countries. The non-profit company is based in Irving, TX and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The company's mission is to help its members become better leaders and better people. The company was founded in 1950 by Ray Hickok, Khalid Mohamed Jassem Kanoo. Thayer Smith has been the CEO of the company since 2007. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of Calgary | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
The Toy Association, Inc.
 The Toy Association, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Toy Association, Inc. is a trade association that represents all businesses involved in creating and delivering toys and youth entertainment products for kids of all ages. The Toy Association is based in New York, NY. The organization leads the health and growth of the toy industry, which has an annual economic impact of $102.40 billion. The Toy Association serves as the industry's voice on the developmental benefits of play and promotes play's positive impact on childhood development to consumers and media. The organization has a long history of leadership in toy safety, having helped develop the first comprehensive toy safety standard more than 40 years ago. Stephen J. Pasierb has been the CEO of the non-profit company since 2015. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| TD AMERITRADE HOLDING CORPORATION | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Business Council of Canada
 Business Council of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Business Council of Canada provides program for research and consultation and advocacy of economic and social fabric. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Vector Institute
 Vector Institute Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Vector Institute is a non-profit corporation that focuses on research in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and excels in machine and deep learning. The private company is based in Toronto, Canada. The institute aims to advance AI research, increase adoption in industry and health, and lead towards the responsible use of AI. Vector works with industry, institutions, start-ups, and governments to build AI talent and drive research excellence in AI to develop and sustain AI-based innovation to foster economic growth and improve the lives of Canadians. The Canadian company was founded in 2017 by Tomi Poutanen, Jordan Jacobs. Anthony Gaffney has been the CEO of the company since 2023. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Chairman | |
RBC Global Asset Management, Inc.
 RBC Global Asset Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance RBC Global Asset Management, Inc. (RGAM) is an investment advisor and mutual fund manager headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. They are an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the Royal Bank of Canada (TSE, NYSE: RY). The firm was founded in 2008 following the merger of RBC Asset Management and Phillips, Hager & North Investment Management in Canada, together with the US-based institutional asset management company, RBC Global Asset Management (US). RGAM provides a wide variety of investment services through mutual funds, pooled funds and separately managed portfolios for both individual and institutional investors. They are the primary investment manager for the RBC Financial Group businesses serving the needs of private clients, which include the RBC Funds. | Investment Managers | Head-Fixed Income Invts Portfolio Manager-Fixed Income | |
Order of Canada
 Order of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Order of Canada is an organization based in Ottawa, Canada. The organization is affiliated with the governor general of Canada, La gouverneure générale du. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
TD Bank, NA
 TD Bank, NA Major BanksFinance TD Bank NA provides investing and banking services. Its offerings include personal, small banking, and commercial services through online banking, bills payments, mobile banking, savings & deposit, digital payments, loans and lines of credit, treasury and management services, checking accounts, government banking, and leasing and equipment finance. The company was founded in 1852 and is headquartered in Cherry Hill, NJ. | Major Banks | Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Gores Group LLC
 The Gores Group LLC Investment ManagersFinance The Gores Group LLC (Gores Group) is a private equity firm, a subsidiary of AEG Holdings, Inc. founded in 1987 by Alec E. Gores. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
| Osgoode Hall Law School | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| London Business School | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Birch Hill Equity Partners Management, Inc.
 Birch Hill Equity Partners Management, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Birch Hill Equity Partners Management, Inc (Birch Hill Equity Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1994 by Steve J Dent and John B MacIntyre. The firm is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
The Law Society of Upper Canada
 The Law Society of Upper Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Law Society of Upper Canada engages in the provision of legal services. The company was founded in 1797 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Macquarie Capital Markets Canada Ltd.
 Macquarie Capital Markets Canada Ltd. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Founded in 2007, Macquarie Capital Markets Canada Ltd. is a broker located in Toronto with additional offices located in Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary. They are a subsidiary of Macquarie Capital Markets North America Ltd. and their ultimate parent is Macquarie Group Ltd. (OTC: MQBKF.PK). Macquarie Capital Markets Canada follows the following sectors: mining, energy, utilities, infrastructure, consumer, technology, financials and real estate. The firm focuses primarily on Canadian-based stocks. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Analyst-Equity President | |
| University of the Witwatersrand | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
American Heart Association, Inc.
 American Heart Association, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services American Heart Association, Inc. operates a voluntary health organization funded by private contributions. The organization offers services for coronary heart diseases and strokes, high blood cholesterol & physical inactivity, obesity, and diabetes. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
General Parts International, Inc.
 General Parts International, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services General Parts International, Inc. engages in the distribution of replacement parts, supplies, tools, and equipment for automobiles. It also offers supplies for light and heavy trucks, off-road equipment, buses, recreational equipment, and agricultural equipment. The company was founded in 1961 and it is headquartered in Roanoke, VA. | Wholesale Distributors | Chief Executive Officer |
Statistics
International
| Canada | 33 |
| United States | 12 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| South Africa | 2 |
Sectoral
| Finance | 19 |
| Consumer Services | 16 |
| Commercial Services | 9 |
| Consumer Durables | 2 |
| Producer Manufacturing | 2 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 345 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 174 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 93 |
| President | 85 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 81 |
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| Charles Winograd | 35 |
| Asiff Hirji | 35 |
| John Cassaday | 31 |
| Douglas Trussler | 31 |
| Marc Lavine | 27 |
| Ed Clark | 26 |
| Chris Albinson | 24 |
| Nicholas Bontis | 21 |
| Brian Whipple | 21 |
| John Gillberry | 19 |
| Christi Strauss | 18 |
| Judith Baker | 17 |
| Robert Sarrazin | 16 |
| Thomas Greco | 16 |
| Todd Tappin | 16 |
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