James C. Orchard
Chief Executive Officer at Power Transmission Solutions, Inc.
Network origin in James C. Orchard first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Auto Parts: OEM | 45 | |
Original Equipment Suppliers Association
 Original Equipment Suppliers Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Original Equipment Suppliers Association operates as an association for equipment supplies. The private company is based in Troy, MI. Julie A. Fream has been the CEO of the company since 2013.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 43 |
| Public Company | Trucks/Construction/Farm Machinery | 15 | |
BBB Industries LLC
 BBB Industries LLC Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing BBB Industries LLC engages in manufacturing aftermarket replacement parts for the automotive industry. Its products include starters, alternators, steering pumps and gears, rack and pinion, brake calipers, air disc brake calipers, and turbos. The company was founded by Jeffrey Bigler, Donald G. Bigler, and Bruce Bigler in 1987 and is headquartered in Daphne, AL.
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| Holding Company | Auto Parts: OEM | 9 |
Noble International Ltd.
 Noble International Ltd. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Noble International Ltd. manufactures and supplies automotive components, provides laser welding and cutting services. The company is headquartered in Troy, MI.
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| Extinct | Auto Parts: OEM | 8 |
ZF Friedrichshafen AG
 ZF Friedrichshafen AG Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing ZF Friedrichshafen AG provides driveline and chassis as well as active and passive safety technology solutions. The company was founded on August 20, 1915 by Alfred Count von Soden-Fraunhofen and Alfred Colsman and is headquartered in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
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| Subsidiary | Auto Parts: OEM | 6 |
Dayco, Inc. (New York)
 Dayco, Inc. (New York) Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Dayco, Inc. manufactures engineered systems and components. Its products include timing belts, poly rib, raw edge, tensioners, idlers, pulleys and dampers. The firm is engine management technologies supplier for automotive, commercial and aftermarket industries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Amherst, NY.
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| Subsidiary | Auto Parts: OEM | 4 |
| Public Company | Pharmaceuticals: Major | 3 | |
Mark IV Automotive, Inc.
 Mark IV Automotive, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Mark IV Automotive, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of automotive power transmission systems. The company is headquartered in Amherst, NY.
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| Private Company | Auto Parts: OEM | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to James C. Orchard via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| BORGWARNER INC. | Trucks/Construction/Farm Machinery | President Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
| COOPER TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY | Automotive Aftermarket | Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| DOVER CORPORATION | Industrial Machinery | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Federal-Mogul Corp.
 Federal-Mogul Corp. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Federal-Mogul Corp. supplies power train and safety technologies to original equipment manufacturers. It serves the original equipment manufacturers of automotive, light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, off-road, agricultural, marine, rail, aerospace, power generation and industrial equipment. The company was founded by J. Howard Muzzy and Edward F. Lyon in 1899 and is headquartered in Southfield, MI. | Auto Parts: OEM | Comptroller/Controller/Auditor Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY | Motor Vehicles | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| GENTEX CORPORATION | Auto Parts: OEM | Director/Board Member Investor Relations Contact | |
| THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY | Automotive Aftermarket | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Investor Relations Contact | |
| PFIZER, INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Corporate Officer/Principal Director of Finance/CFO | |
| GIBRALTAR INDUSTRIES, INC. | Metal Fabrication | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Citation Corp.
 Citation Corp. SteelNon-Energy Minerals Citation is a full-service supplier of innovative metal components to the transportation and industrial markets. Headquartered in Novi, Michigan with Sales and Technical Support throughout the United States and Europe, Citation delivers quality products to a global customer base. Citation's capabilities span a diverse range of materials and processes. Its comprehensive offerings and expertise bring to the table a standard of manufacturing that is truly distinctive in the industry. They have steadily built a reputation for quality and value, earning its awards from its customers, industry associations, and communities. | Steel | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| TENNECO INC. | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| STONERIDGE, INC. | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
MSX International, Inc.
 MSX International, Inc. Engineering & ConstructionIndustrial Services MSX International, Inc. provides outsourced business, engineering, and human capital services. It offers technical staffing, training, warranty, and dealer solutions. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI. | Engineering & Construction | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
| NORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION | Aerospace & Defense | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| LINAMAR CORPORATION | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Stoneridge Electronics, Inc.
 Stoneridge Electronics, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Stoneridge Electronics, Inc. manufactures and sells tachographs. The firm develops tachograph software. The company was founded on December 10, 1999 and is headquartered in El Paso, TX. | Auto Parts: OEM | President President | |
| University of Notre Dame | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| Michigan State University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| Wayne State University (Michigan) | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Lear Corporation Eeds & Interiors
 Lear Corporation Eeds & Interiors Forest ProductsNon-Energy Minerals Part of RTX Corp., Lear Corporation Eeds & Interiors is a leading automotive technology company specializing in seating and e-systems. The company is based in Dearborn, MI. Lear is committed to excellence, quality, safety, and diversity, as outlined in their policy documents. Lear is delivering intelligent in-vehicle experiences for drivers worldwide using future-focused technologies. | Forest Products | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Kettering University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Lawrence Technological University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| US Military Academy | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Purdue University | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Wisconsin | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| University of Detroit Mercy | College/University | Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| University of Michigan | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Graduate Degree | |
| Western Michigan University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
MAPI, Inc.
 MAPI, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services MAPI, Inc. is a non porift organization that connects manufacturing leaders. It offers education programs and manufacturing-specific business research. The company was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Automotive Hall of Fame, Inc. | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | ||
Business Leaders For Michigan
 Business Leaders For Michigan Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Business Leaders For Michigan operates as a non-profit organization that publishes research and benchmarking reports. It specializes in public policy research, public policy strategy, event organization, economic development, and public policy advocacy. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
National Association of Corporate Directors
 National Association of Corporate Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Association of Corporate Directors is a non-profit organization that provides essential resources to help directors strengthen board leadership. The American company was founded by Maryann Bruce and the CEO is Peter R. Gleason. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
State Bar of Michigan
 State Bar of Michigan Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services State Bar of Michigan is a professional organization that provides a wide range of services to its members, including career center, employment, ethics helpline, and resources. State Bar of Michigan is based in Lansing, MI. The organization also offers legal assistance to the public, including lawyer referral service, legal aid programs, and probate information. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association
 Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Transportation is essential to way of life in this country. Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) drives to work, take children to school, and run errands. They take buses across city streets and time zones. The firm buys groceries that were delivered to its neighborhood store by commercial trucks. They maintain vehicles with a broad range of services, parts and accessories. Safe, efficient transportation is essential to keeping their economy moving. It is the parts in a vehicle that make it safe and economical to use. Parts suppliers are the backbone of the vehicle manufacturing industry and the country's manufacturing base. The industry constitutes the largest manufacturing sector in the United States, directly employing nearly 686,000 individuals across the country and contributing to more than 3.29 million jobs. Without the contributions of the nation's parts suppliers, domestic vehicle manufacturing and maintenance would almost certainly grind to a halt, adversely affecting the way company drive and go about their daily lives. The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has represented parts suppliers since 1904. Today, it serves members through its three affiliate associations: Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association Original Equipment Suppliers Association | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
The National Research Council
 The National Research Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Research Council provides science, technology and health policy consulting and advice. The company was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association
 Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Automotive Parts Manufacturer’s Association manufactures parts, equipment, tools, supplies and services for the worldwide automotive industry. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
SAE International (Michigan)
 SAE International (Michigan) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services SAE International engages in the designing, manufacturing, operation and maintenance of automobiles, aircraft, space vehicles and commercial vehicles. It focuses on encouraging a lifetime of learning for mobility engineering professionals and setting the standards for industry engineering. The company is headquartered in Troy, MI. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Empire Electronics, Inc.
 Empire Electronics, Inc. Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology Empire Electronics, Inc. manufactures electrical distribution systems and components for the automotive industry. It offers wiring harnesses, molded components and printed circuit boards. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Troy, MI. | Electronic Components | Director/Board Member President Chief Executive Officer Sales & Marketing | |
| DANA INCORPORATED | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO Chief Administrative Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Marketing & Sales Executives of Detroit | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Center for Automotive Research, Inc.
 Center for Automotive Research, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Center for Automotive Research, Inc. conducts research on important issues related to the future of the automotive industry. The non-profit company is based in Ann Arbor, MI. Alan Amici has been the CEO of the company since 2022. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Chairman | |
Focus: HOPE
 Focus: HOPE Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Focus: HOPE provides career training and job-placement services. The non-profit company is based in Detroit, MI. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| NEXTEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED | Auto Parts: OEM | Director of Finance/CFO General Counsel |
Statistics
International
| United States | 48 |
| Canada | 3 |
| Belgium | 2 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 13 |
| Producer Manufacturing | 13 |
| Commercial Services | 11 |
| Consumer Durables | 6 |
| Electronic Technology | 4 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 383 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 209 |
| President | 111 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 101 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 96 |
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| Joseph Anderson | 49 |
| Karl J. Krapek | 28 |
| Cary Wood | 28 |
| Rob S. Rutledge | 27 |
| Mary Winston | 23 |
| Mary Kim Korth | 22 |
| William E. Redmond | 21 |
| Jane L. Warner | 21 |
| Mark Barberio | 20 |
| Roger Wood | 19 |
| James Sharman | 19 |
| Philip Fracassa | 19 |
| Françoise Colpron | 18 |
| Thomas T. Stallkamp | 18 |
| Robert H. Jenkins | 17 |
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