John R. Willis
Director/Board Member at Education Corp. of America
Profile
John R.
Willis is the founder of Willis Stein & Partners, which was founded in 1995.
He held the title of Managing Partner in 2011.
Currently, he is a Director at Education Corp.
of America.
In the past, he was a Director at Ziff Davis Media, Inc. from 2001 to 2013, a Director at Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc. from 2002 to 2014, and a Principal at Continental Bank Corp.
He was also the President of Continental Illinois Venture Corp.
from 1989 to 1993.
He has also served as a Director at Merit Health Systems LLC, CompuPay, Inc., National Veterinary Associates, Inc., and Strategic Materials, Inc. Mr. Willis received his undergraduate degree from Purdue University and his MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
John R. Willis active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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Education Corp. of America
Education Corp. of America Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Education Corp of America owns and operates private accredited colleges. The college provides educational opportunities in business, administrative, management, medical, technical and professional programs that are designed to prepare students for direct entry into the job market in the career areas of their choice. The college also offers associate degrees, diploma/certificate courses, master's degrees and baccalaureate degrees at our various campuses and online. The company was Founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL. | Director/Board Member | 2009-05-24 |
Former positions of John R. Willis
Companies | Position | End |
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ROUNDY'S INC | Director/Board Member | 2014-12-30 |
Ziff Davis Media, Inc.
Ziff Davis Media, Inc. Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Ziff Davis Media is a leading digital media company specializing in the technology market. One of the first tech media publishing companies to build and grow dedicated, digital businesses, Ziff Davis Media is a name trusted by an ever-growing population of unique online visitors. In the United States, they are most recognized by their award-winning online technology network, the PCMag Digital Network. Ziff Davis Media also has a strong international presence, with brands represented in 45 countries and in 17 languages. They distinguish them selves from its competitors through comprehensive evaluations of the newest and hottest products in The PCMag Labs, as well as through its relationships with recognized industry experts and the thought-provoking reviews, opinions and insights of its editors. Ziff Davis Media's sites are the first stop for many consumers and imminent buyers searching for trusted buying advice. They provide its well-educated, influential buying audience with the information they need to make important purchasing decisions. Reaching more than 30 million tech buyers, visitors and attendees, Ziff Davis Media provides total market coverage of SMB/consumer technology enthusiasts through its portfolio of award-winning brands. At the same time, its advanced online contextual marketing solutions enable marketers to more easily target imminent technology buyers and achieve significantly higher response. Ziff Davis Media has offices in New York City and San Francisco. | Director/Board Member | 2013-12-16 |
CompuPay, Inc.
CompuPay, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CompuPay, Inc. provides payroll processing services. Its services include online payroll services, payroll software solutions, employee background screening, tax credit recovery, expense management, accountant solutions, and other employer-related solutions. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Miramar, FL. | Director/Board Member | 2013-11-12 |
Continental Illinois Venture Corp. | President | 1993-12-30 |
Strategic Materials, Inc.
Strategic Materials, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Strategic Materials, Inc. sells recycled glass and plastic products. The firm offers containers, fiberglass, highway bead, glass abrasives, fillers, specialty glass, and plastics. The company was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Houston, TX. | Director/Board Member | - |
Training of John R. Willis
Purdue University | Undergraduate Degree |
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business | Masters Business Admin |
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Private companies | 10 |
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Willis Stein & Partners
Willis Stein & Partners Investment ManagersFinance Founded by John Willis and Avy Stein in 1995, Willis Stein & Partners is a private equity firm located in Chicago. | Finance |
National Veterinary Associates, Inc.
National Veterinary Associates, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries National Veterinary Associates, Inc. engages in the ownership and operation of animal veterinary hospitals. It supports local medical standards as established by individual hospitals and practitioners. The firm provides emerging research and care standards, access to its national medical database, human resource guidance, marketing support, recruiting assistance, tax preparation and training and education for staff. The company was founded by Stanley R. Creighton in 1996 and is headquartered in Agoura Hills, CA. | Process Industries |
Continental Illinois Venture Corp. | Finance |
Continental Bank Corp. | Finance |
Merit Health Systems LLC
Merit Health Systems LLC Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Merit Health Systems LLC Owned and operated urban community hospitals. The company was founded in 2002 and was headquartered in Louisville, KY. | Health Services |
Ziff Davis Media, Inc.
Ziff Davis Media, Inc. Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Ziff Davis Media is a leading digital media company specializing in the technology market. One of the first tech media publishing companies to build and grow dedicated, digital businesses, Ziff Davis Media is a name trusted by an ever-growing population of unique online visitors. In the United States, they are most recognized by their award-winning online technology network, the PCMag Digital Network. Ziff Davis Media also has a strong international presence, with brands represented in 45 countries and in 17 languages. They distinguish them selves from its competitors through comprehensive evaluations of the newest and hottest products in The PCMag Labs, as well as through its relationships with recognized industry experts and the thought-provoking reviews, opinions and insights of its editors. Ziff Davis Media's sites are the first stop for many consumers and imminent buyers searching for trusted buying advice. They provide its well-educated, influential buying audience with the information they need to make important purchasing decisions. Reaching more than 30 million tech buyers, visitors and attendees, Ziff Davis Media provides total market coverage of SMB/consumer technology enthusiasts through its portfolio of award-winning brands. At the same time, its advanced online contextual marketing solutions enable marketers to more easily target imminent technology buyers and achieve significantly higher response. Ziff Davis Media has offices in New York City and San Francisco. | Consumer Services |
Education Corp. of America
Education Corp. of America Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Education Corp of America owns and operates private accredited colleges. The college provides educational opportunities in business, administrative, management, medical, technical and professional programs that are designed to prepare students for direct entry into the job market in the career areas of their choice. The college also offers associate degrees, diploma/certificate courses, master's degrees and baccalaureate degrees at our various campuses and online. The company was Founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Birmingham, AL. | Consumer Services |
Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc.
Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade Roundy's Supermarkets, Inc. operates as a supermarket chain services company. The company offers meats, delis, other perishable products, and specialty and prepared foods. It also operates grocery store under the Pick 'n Save, Mariano's, Copps, and Metro Market retail banners. The company was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI. | Retail Trade |
CompuPay, Inc.
CompuPay, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CompuPay, Inc. provides payroll processing services. Its services include online payroll services, payroll software solutions, employee background screening, tax credit recovery, expense management, accountant solutions, and other employer-related solutions. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Miramar, FL. | Commercial Services |
Strategic Materials, Inc.
Strategic Materials, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Strategic Materials, Inc. sells recycled glass and plastic products. The firm offers containers, fiberglass, highway bead, glass abrasives, fillers, specialty glass, and plastics. The company was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Houston, TX. | Distribution Services |
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