James Pappas
Chairman at INNOVATIVE FOOD HOLDINGS, INC.
Net worth: 204 580 $ as of 2024-03-30
Network origin in James Pappas first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Food Distributors | 33 | |
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| Subsidiary | Restaurants | 24 |
| Public Company | Specialty Stores | 16 | |
| Public Company | Other Transportation | 13 | |
| Subsidiary | Food Retail | 8 | |
| Subsidiary | Electric Utilities | 6 | |
| Subsidiary | Restaurants | 5 | |
| Private Company | Other Metals/Minerals | 4 | |
JCP Investment Management LLC
 JCP Investment Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance JCP Investment Management LLC (JCP) is a hedge fund manager headquartered in Houston, Texas. The firm was founded by James Pappas in 2009. JCP provides investment advisory services on a discretionary basis to pooled investment vehicles, sub-advised funds for investment managers, and separately managed accounts (SMAs) for high-net-worth individuals.
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| Private Company | Investment Managers | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to James Pappas via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Restaurants | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Comptroller/Controller/Auditor Director/Board Member | |
| THE COCA-COLA COMPANY | Beverages: Non-Alcoholic | President Corporate Officer/Principal Public Communications Contact Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| SUPERVALU INC. | Food Distributors | Investor Relations Contact Public Communications Contact | |
| THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC. | Food: Major Diversified | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| BP PLC | Integrated Oil | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Northaven Resources Corp.
 Northaven Resources Corp. Other Metals/MineralsNon-Energy Minerals Northaven Resources Corp. operates as a mineral exploration firm. It engages in the provision of discovering and developing scale gold and silver deposits. The company was founded on January 24, 1994 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. | Other Metals/Minerals | Chief Executive Officer President | |
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
 PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC provides assurance, tax and advisory services. Its services include audit and assurance, consulting, deals, human resources, legal, tax, and family business. The firm also offers accountability, risk management, structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and performance and process improvement. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Buffalo, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Director/Board Member Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Jamba Juice Co. (California)
 Jamba Juice Co. (California) RestaurantsConsumer Services Part of Focus Brands LLC, Jamba Juice Co. is a private company that retails blended-to-order fruit smoothies and beverages. The company is based in Emeryville, CA. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Sales & Marketing | |
| University of Virginia | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
McAlister's Corp.
 McAlister's Corp. RestaurantsConsumer Services McAlister's Corp. owns and operates restaurants. It offers signature sandwiches, salads, soups, stuffed baked potatoes, wraps, desserts, and proprietary beverages. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Jackson, MS. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| The University of Texas at Austin | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Harvard Business School | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Food Innovations, Inc.
 Food Innovations, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Food Innovations, Inc. engages in the distribution of perishable and non-perishable products to chefs and culinary enthusiasts. It offers seafood, meat, game, poultry, organic,exotic produce, cheese and dairy, chocolate and bakery, and dietary. The company was founded by Joe DiMaggio Jr. in September 2001 and is headquartered in Bonita Springs, FL. | Food Distributors | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member President | |
| University of Missouri | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| PRIVETERRA ACQUISITION CORP. II | Financial Conglomerates | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| ESREY RESOURCES LTD. | Contract Drilling | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member President | |
Cornell University
 Cornell University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY. | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| Osgoode Hall Law School | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
National Retail Federation, Inc.
 National Retail Federation, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Retail Federation operates membership organizations. Its channels of distribution include department, specialty, discount, catalog, Internet and independent stores. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The Fuqua School of Business | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
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 | Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO | |
| The Trustees of Columbia University in The City of New York | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Ida-West Energy Co.
 Ida-West Energy Co. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Ida-West Energy Co. generated and distributes electric energy. Its projects include Hydroelectric. The company is headquartered in Boise, ID. | Electric Utilities | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer | |
| The University of Chicago | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Case Western Reserve University
 Case Western Reserve University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Case Western Reserve University provides educational services. It offers a variety of undergraduate degree courses and graduate and professional options such as arts and sciences, dentistry, engineering, law, management, medicine, nursing, social work, and more. The firm also offers dual-degree programs. The company was founded in 1826 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH. | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree | |
| George Washington University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
4 The Gourmet, Inc.
 4 The Gourmet, Inc. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., 4 The Gourmet, Inc. is a private company based in Bonita Springs, FL. Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. | Food: Major Diversified | Chief Executive Officer President | |
| Gourmeting, Inc. | Chief Executive Officer President | ||
Food Funding LLC
 Food Funding LLC Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., Food Funding LLC provides investment services. The private company is based in Bonita Springs, FL. Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. | Financial Conglomerates | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Innovative Gourmet LLC
 Innovative Gourmet LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Innovative Gourmet Caterers provides specialty food and catering services. The company is headquartered in Owings Mills, MD. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Oasis Sales Corp.
 Oasis Sales Corp. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Oasis Sales Corp. operates as a technology company. It offers solutions for electronic parts and equipment and semiconductors. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Schaumburg, IL. | Information Technology Services | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Organic Food Brokers LLC
 Organic Food Brokers LLC Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., Organic Food Brokers LLC is a private company that expands its brands to create long-term partnerships delivering mutual success. The company is based in Boulder, CO. Organic Food Brokers was acquired by Innovative Food Holdings, Inc. on October 01, 2014 for $0.33 million. The company has a dynamic national team providing sales leadership to CPG brands by leveraging their varied industry backgrounds. Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. | Specialty Stores | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Gourmet Foodservice Group Warehouse, Inc.
 Gourmet Foodservice Group Warehouse, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., Gourmet Foodservice Group Warehouse, Inc. distributes grocery products. The private company is based in Bonita Springs, FL. Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. | Food Distributors | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Haley Food Group, Inc.
 Haley Food Group, Inc. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Haley Food Group, Inc. distributes perishable and specialty food products. The company is headquartered in Bonita Springs, FL. | Food: Major Diversified | Chief Executive Officer President | |
The Haley Group LLC
 The Haley Group LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., The Haley Group LLC organizes solution based programs for foodservice industry. The private company is based in Hollidaysburg, PA. Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. The Haley Group was acquired by Innovative Food Holdings, Inc. on March 25, 2013 for $0.04 million. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Gourmet Foodservice Group, Inc.
 Gourmet Foodservice Group, Inc. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., Gourmet Foodservice Group, Inc. is a private company based in Bonita Springs, FL. Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. | Food: Major Diversified | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Women's Foodservice Forum
 Women's Foodservice Forum Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Women's Foodservice Forum engages in food services industry. It serves the operations, manufacturing, distribution, publishing and consulting industry. The company was founded by Monica Boyles, Elizabeth Brennan, Jenene Garey, Joyce Goldstein, Denise Gorsline, Marcia Harris, Patricia Harris, Laura Hayden, Florence Jaramillo, Edna Morris, Karen Settlemyer, Julia Stewart, Kathleen Talbert, Jo Linda Thompson and Jackie B. Trujillo in 1989 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman Chairman | |
Artisan Specialty Foods, Inc.
 Artisan Specialty Foods, Inc. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Part of Innovative Food Holdings, Inc., Artisan Specialty Foods, Inc. is a foodservice distribution company that specializes in providing artisanal crafted delicacies. The private company is based in Lyons, IL. The company offers a wide range of products, including proteins, gourmet appetizers, charcuterie, fruit and nuts, flours and grains, mushrooms and truffles, oils and vinegars, and pantry items. The company was founded by David Vohaska, and Samuel Klepfish has been the CEO of the company since 2006. Artisan Specialty Foods was acquired by Innovative Food Holdings, Inc. on May 18, 2012 for $1.50 million. | Food: Major Diversified | Chief Executive Officer President | |
M Innovations LLC
 M Innovations LLC Catalog/Specialty DistributionRetail Trade M Innovations LLC operates an online store for American-made indie foods, spirits, wine and gifts. The firm serves as a marketplace for food products from independent makers. It brings consumers interesting indie food products and helps makers to grow their business. The company was founded by Craig M. Kanarick in 2010 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY. | Catalog/Specialty Distribution | Chief Executive Officer President | |
| Texas A&M University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Michigan | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| THE LOVESAC COMPANY | Home Furnishings | Chairman Director/Board Member |
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International
| United States | 46 |
| Canada | 4 |
| United Kingdom | 3 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 22 |
| Consumer Non-Durables | 10 |
| Commercial Services | 6 |
| Distribution Services | 4 |
| Finance | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 402 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 168 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 142 |
| President | 109 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 82 |
Most connected contacts
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| Andrew Heyer | 56 |
| James White | 37 |
| Joel L. Gold | 26 |
| Jack Stahl | 23 |
| Richard Federico | 22 |
| Ann Bates | 21 |
| Michael Depatie | 20 |
| J. Douglas | 20 |
| Samuel Klepfish | 20 |
| James Loree | 19 |
| Paul Larkin | 19 |
| David Pace | 19 |
| Justin Wiernasz | 19 |
| Hank Cohn | 18 |
| Edwin J. Holman | 17 |
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