Edward C. Sampognaro
Director/Board Member at CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.
Network origin in Edward C. Sampognaro first degree
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|---|---|---|---|
Roark Capital Group, Inc.
 Roark Capital Group, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Roark Capital Group, Inc. (Roark Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2001 by Neil K. Aronson. The firm is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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| Private Company | Investment Managers | 90 |
CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.
 CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc. engages in the business of owning, operating, and franchising quick-service hamburger restaurants. Its brand portfolios include Carl's Jr. Restaurants LLC and Hardee?s Restaurants LLC. The company was founded by Carl L. Karcher in 1966 and is headquartered in Franklin, TN.
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| Subsidiary | Restaurants | 28 |
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Companies connected to Edward C. Sampognaro via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Roark Capital Management LLC
 Roark Capital Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Roark Capital Management LLC provides mortgage investment services. The company was founded in 2004 and is located in Atlanta, GA. | Investment Managers | Founder President Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Terry College of Business | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| Goizueta Business School-Emory | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| University of Virginia | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc.
 U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. owns and operates hotels. It franchises economy, mid-range and upper-end hotels in Argentina, Canada, Honduras, Israel, Mexico, the Philippines and the US. The company's brands include Microtel Inn & Suites, Hawthorn Suites and Best Inns & Best Suites. U.S. Franchise Systems was founded by Michael A. Leven in August, 1995 and is located in Atlanta, GA. | Hotels/Resorts/Cruise lines | Founder President Corporate Officer/Principal Private Equity Investor | |
| University of Georgia | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| The University of Chicago Booth School of Business | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| The University of North Carolina at Charlotte | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| The University of Chicago | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| McIntire School of Commerce | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| PET VALU HOLDINGS LTD. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
International Franchise Association
 International Franchise Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services International Franchise Association is a non-profit organization, which represents and protects the interests of the franchise community. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| WINGSTOP INC. | Restaurants | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Inspire Brands, Inc.
 Inspire Brands, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Mavericks, Inc. owns, operates and franchises restaurant brands. It provides franchise support including restaurant development planning, design and construction, operations training, marketing and branding, and supply chain management. The company was founded by Neal K. Aronson and Paul J. Brown in 2018 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Restaurants | Founder Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| DRIVEN BRANDS HOLDINGS INC. | Other Consumer Services | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Driven Investor LLC | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
Ernst & Young LLP
 Ernst & Young LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Ernst & Young LLP engages in the provision of accounting, assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services. It specializes in the actuarial, analytics and big data, cyber security, accounting compliance and reporting, center for board matters, international financial reporting standards, country tax advisory, global trade, tax accounting, and climate change and sustainability. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Focus Brands LLC
 Focus Brands LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services FOCUS Brands LLC operates and franchises ice cream shoppes, bakeries, restaurants, and cafes. Its brands include Carvel, Cinnabon, Schlotzsky's, Moe's Southwest Grill, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, and McAlister's Deli. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Restaurants | Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Carl Karcher Enterprises LLC
 Carl Karcher Enterprises LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Carl Karcher Enterprises LLC owns and operates fast food restaurant chain. It includes the Angus beef Six Dollar Burger line, charbroiled chicken sandwiches, entrée salads and low carb options. The company was founded in 1941 by Carl N. Karcher and Margaret Karcher and is headquartered in Anaheim, CA. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Auburn University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Carvel LLC
 Carvel LLC Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Carvel LLC provides retail ice cream franchise. The firm offers fresh made cakes, novelties and fountain ice cream products. Its menu include fresh scooped and soft serve ice cream, take-home novelty treats and premium ice cream cakes. The company was founded by Thomas A. Carvel in 1934 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Food: Meat/Fish/Dairy | President Sales & Marketing | |
| Tufts University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
Harris Williams & Co.
 Harris Williams & Co. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Harris Williams & Co. provides investment advisory services. It offers investment banking, sell-side mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, fairness opinion, and restructuring advisory services. The company was founded by H. Hiter Harris III and Christopher H. Williams in 1991 and is headquartered in Richmond, VA. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Private Equity Analyst | |
Cinnabon LLC
 Cinnabon LLC Food RetailRetail Trade Cinnabon LLC owns and operates bakeries. It serves cinnamon rolls, as well as a variety of other baked goods and specialty beverages. The firm operates franchises in shopping malls, airports, train stations, and travel plazas. The company was founded on April 2, 1991 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Food Retail | Chief Executive Officer President | |
H.I.G Capital LLC (Private Equity)
 H.I.G Capital LLC (Private Equity) Investment ManagersFinance 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. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Analyst | |
| University of California, Los Angeles | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
The State Bar of California
 The State Bar of California Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The State Bar of California operates as an official attorney licensing agency. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA. Elizabeth Rindskopf Parker has been the CEO of the company since 2015. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Bain Capital Private Equity LP
 Bain Capital Private Equity LP Investment ManagersFinance Bain Capital Private Equity LP (Bain Capital Private Equity) is a private equity firm, a subsidiary of Bain Capital LP founded in 1984. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
International Car Wash Group Ltd.
 International Car Wash Group Ltd. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services International Car Wash Group Ltd. operates as a car wash company. The company was founded on June 9, 2014 and is headquartered in High Wycombe, the United Kingdom. | Other Consumer Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Nothing Bundt Cakes Franchising LLC
 Nothing Bundt Cakes Franchising LLC Food RetailRetail Trade Nothing Bundt Franchising LLC manufactures cakes and bakery products. Its products include tiered bundt cakes, bundtlets, bundtlet towers, and bundtinis. The company was founded by Dena Tripp and Debbie Shwetz in 1997 and is headquartered in Addison, TX. | Food Retail | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
Santa Barbara Restaurant Group LLC
 Santa Barbara Restaurant Group LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Santa Barbara Restaurant Group LLC (fka GB Foods Corporation) owns, operates and franchises restaurants under the brand names of La Salsa, Timber Lodge Steakhouse and Green Burrito. The Company operates 45 La Salsa restaurants, 25 Timber Lodge Steakhouse restaurants and 5 Green Burrito restaurants. The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, CA. | Restaurants | President President | |
Ernst & Young LLP (Missouri)
 Ernst & Young LLP (Missouri) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Ernst & Young provides accounting services. Its services include auditing, accounting, tax and transaction services, assurance and advisory business, online transaction advisory and a wide range of financial services. The company was founded by Arthur Young and Alwin C. Ernst in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The University of Chicago Law School | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| University of Florida | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Lehigh University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Driven Brands, Inc.
 Driven Brands, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Driven Brands, Inc. engages in the provision of automotive services. The firm offers preventative and routine maintenance, comprehensive auto body work, collision repair, cosmetics services, platform services, and carwash. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC. | Other Consumer Services | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Acadia Partners LP
 Acadia Partners LP Investment ManagersFinance Acadia Partners LP provides investment advisory services. The private company is based in Fort Worth, TX and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company was founded by Glenn Russell August. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal President | |
SCI Ventures SL
 SCI Ventures SL Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Starbucks Corp., SCI Ventures SL is an investment holding Spanish company. The company is based in Madrid, Spain. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member | |
Miller's Ale House, Inc.
 Miller's Ale House, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Miller's Ale House, Inc. owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It offers steaks, pasta dishes, fresh seafood, healthy salads, sandwiches and homemade desserts. Its full-service bar features beers, plus wine and liquor. The company was founded by Jack Miller and Claire Dorothy Miller in 1988 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member | |
Pomona College
 Pomona College Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Pomona College offers curriculum in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. It was founded in 1887 and it is headquartered in Claremont, CA | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Montage Partners Inc
 Montage Partners Inc Investment ManagersFinance Montage Partners Inc (Montage Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2004 by Jordan M. Tate. The firm is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Avenue Capital Management LLC (Private Equity)
 Avenue Capital Management LLC (Private Equity) Investment ManagersFinance Avenue Capital Management LLC (Avenue Capital Management) is a private equity firm founded in 1995 by Marc Lasry and Sonia E. Gardner. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Public Communications Contact |
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| United States | 45 |
| Canada | 2 |
| Slovenia | 2 |
| Luxembourg | 2 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
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| Consumer Services | 32 |
| Finance | 9 |
| Retail Trade | 5 |
| Commercial Services | 5 |
| Consumer Non-Durables | 2 |
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| Director/Board Member | 92 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 81 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 78 |
| Private Equity Investor | 54 |
| Private Equity Analyst | 51 |
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