Network origin in Michael R. Benkel first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Company | Specialty Stores | 39 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Michael R. Benkel via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAHWAH BERGEN RETAIL GROUP, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Kellwood Co. LLC
 Kellwood Co. LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Kellwood Co. LLC designs, manufactures and markets clothing apparel and accessories. It operates through the following brands: Jolt, Rewind, My Michelle, My Michelle Girls, and Democracy. Its products include casual wear, jeans, jackets, dresses, swimwear, and sportswear. The company was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in City of Industry, CA. | Apparel/Footwear | President | |
Michaels Stores, Inc.
 Michaels Stores, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Michaels Stores, Inc. owns and operates a chain of specialty retail stores. It provides arts, crafts, framing, floral, home décor and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself home decorator. The firm's crafting classes, in-store events, project sheets and displays, mobile applications and on-line videos; they offer a shopping experience that can inspire creativity and confidence in their customers' artistic abilities. The company was founded by Michael J. Dupey in 1983 and is headquartered in Irving, TX. | Specialty Stores | Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member | |
| OLD COPPER COMPANY | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
| PEPSICO, INC. | Food: Specialty/Candy | Human Resources Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Sears, Roebuck & Co.
 Sears, Roebuck & Co. Department StoresRetail Trade Sears, Roebuck & Co. engages in provision of merchandise and related services. It offers range of home merchandise, apparel and automotive products and services. It also provides a variety of merchandise and services through online and catalogs. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL. | Department Stores | Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Toys "R" Us, Inc.
 Toys "R" Us, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Toys "R" Us, Inc. engages in the distribution and retail of toys and baby products. The firm's products include Hello Kitty City Cruiser, Bugaboo Cameleon and Bugaboo Donkey Strollers, Buckyballs high-powered magnet sets and Hug and Tugs, Puppy and Monkey. It offers a selection of private label merchandise under names such as Babies "R" Us, Journey Girls, Imaginarium, Fast Lane, You and Me, Just Like Home, True Heroes, Totally Me!, Dream Dazzlers, and Fao Schwarz. The company was founded by Charles P. Lazarus in February 1948 and is headquartered in Wayne, NJ. | Specialty Stores | Chief Operating Officer Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
| THE BON-TON STORES, INC. | Internet Retail | Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO | |
Dave & Buster's, Inc.
 Dave & Buster's, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Dave & Buster's, Inc. provides dining and entertainment experience. It offers casual dining food items, selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, entertainment attractions including skill and sports-oriented redemption games, video games, interactive simulators, and other traditional games. The company was founded in by David Corriveau and James Corley in December 1982 and is headquartered in Coppell, TX. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member | |
| VITAMIN SHOPPE, INC. | Drugstore Chains | Chairman Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| SLEEP NUMBER CORPORATION | Home Furnishings | Director/Board Member | |
| TARGET CORPORATION | Specialty Stores | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Vitamin Shoppe Industries, Inc.
 Vitamin Shoppe Industries, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade Vitamin Shoppe Industries, Inc. distributes vitamins, nutritional supplements and mineral products. It offers nutritional supplements, herbs, sports nutrition formulas, homeopathic remedies and health, and beauty aids. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in North Bergen, NJ. | Food Retail | Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer | |
Ideal Image Development (Delaware), Inc.
 Ideal Image Development (Delaware), Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Ideal Image Development (Delaware), Inc. operates laser hair removal franchise clinics. It offers non-invasive full body laser hair removal treatment for women, men, celebrities, professional athletes, models, and bodybuilders. The company was founded by Joseph Acebal, Richard D. Mikles, and Angela Mikles in September 2001 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL. | Other Consumer Services | Chief Executive Officer | |
| SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION | Specialty Stores | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
| DESIGNER BRANDS INC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
 The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, also known as aicpa® & cima®, is a global organization with 689,000 members, students, and professionals. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The British company advocates for the accounting and finance profession, as well as the public interest and business sustainability. Andrew Harding has been the CEO of the company since 2009. | Other Consumer Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Pier 1 Imports (US), Inc.
 Pier 1 Imports (US), Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Pier 1 Imports (US), Inc. operates as a importer of home decor and furniture. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX. | Specialty Stores | General Counsel Sales & Marketing | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| SALLY BEAUTY HOLDINGS, INC. | Medical Distributors | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Lord & Taylor LLC
 Lord & Taylor LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Lord & Taylor LLC sells women's, men's and children's apparel and accessories. It offers chic women's clothing from trendy to updated-classic dresses, tops, coats, jackets and more plus, must-have shoes, handbags, kids wear, jeweler and accessories and beauty and fragrance products. The firm operates as a chain of retail stores. The company was founded in 1826 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Apparel/Footwear | Chief Executive Officer President | |
Hard Rock International Ltd.
 Hard Rock International Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Hard Rock International Ltd. manages the operations related to hard rock cafe. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Executive Officer | |
Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc.
 Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. operates and franchises theme bars and restaurants. It offers American food and Hard Rock branded merchandise and displays rock music memorabilia. The company was founded by Isaac Tigrett and Peter A. Morton in 1971 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer | |
Northwestern University
 Northwestern University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| DeVry University | College/University | Chairman | |
| The University of Texas at Austin | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate 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 Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Fogo de Chão Ltda.
 Fogo de Chão Ltda. RestaurantsConsumer Services Fogo de Chão Ltda. is a holding company, which engages in the management and operation of a chain of restaurants. It offers Gaucho-style barbecue dishes, breads, salads, and a selection of cheeses and wines. The company was founded by Arri Coser and Jair Coser in 1979 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member | |
Godiva Chocolatier, Inc.
 Godiva Chocolatier, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Godiva Chocolatier, Inc. produces and markets chocolates. Its products include truffles and shell-molded chocolate pieces, biscuits, gourmet coffees, and hot cocoa. The firm also sells chocolate concoctions, including bonbons, flavored coffee, and cookies. The company is headquartered in New York, NY. | Food: Specialty/Candy | President | |
| TANDY LEATHER FACTORY, INC. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member | |
| The Robert Gordon University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc.
 Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc. Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Performing Arts Fort Worth, Inc. operates as a performing theater. The private company is based in Fort Worth, TX. The CEO of the company is Martin C. Bowen. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member | |
Neiman Marcus Direct
 Neiman Marcus Direct Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Neiman Marcus Direct provides on-line marketing services. The company was founded in 1907 by Neiman Marcus and is headquartered in Irving, TX. | Internet Software/Services | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| PepsiCo Beverages International Ltd. | Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Neiman Marcus Group Ltd. LLC
 Neiman Marcus Group Ltd. LLC Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Neiman Marcus Group LTD LLC engages in the retail of multi-branded and luxury omni-channel fashion products. It offers shoes, handbags, jewelry, beauty, and decorative items for the home. Its brands include Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and Last Call. The company was founded by Herbert Marcus Sr., Carrie Marcus, and A. L. Neiman on September 10, 1907 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer | |
| Pepsi-Cola Bottling Group | Human Resources Officer | ||
The Central America Bottling Corp.
 The Central America Bottling Corp. Beverages: Non-AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables The Central America Bottling Corp. manufactures and commercializes bottled beverages. Its products include mineral water, soft drinks, juices, beers, tea and sports drinks. The firm’s brand portfolio consists of Pepsi, Lipton, Ocean Spray, Gatorade and Brahva. The company was founded by Enrique Castillo Córdoba in 1885 and is headquartered in Guatemala City, Guatemala. | Beverages: Non-Alcoholic | Chief Executive Officer | |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| Tesco China | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
| DAVE & BUSTER'S ENTERTAINMENT, INC. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member | |
| Northeastern University School of Law | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| The Neeley School of Business | College/University | Director/Board Member | |
| THE LOVESAC COMPANY | Home Furnishings | Director/Board Member | |
Ideal Image Development Corp.
 Ideal Image Development Corp. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Part of Steiner Leisure Ltd., Ideal Image Development Corp. provides aesthetics and wellness services. The company is based in Tampa, FL. Sharon M. Leite has been the CEO of the company since 2023. | Other Consumer Services | Chief Executive Officer | |
Fogo Hospitality, Inc.
 Fogo Hospitality, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Fogo Hospitality, Inc. operates upscale Brazilian churrascaria restaurants under the brand of Fogo de Chão. The firm was founded on 16th February 2018 and is headquartered in Plano, TX. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member | |
| FOGO DE CHAO INC | Restaurants | Director/Board Member | |
First Candle, Inc.
 First Candle, Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Alliance, Inc. provides social services. It dedicates safe pregnancies and the survival of babies through the first years of life. The firm also provides compassionate grief support to all those affected by the death of a baby. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Forest Hill, MD. | Services to the Health Industry | Director/Board Member |
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International
| United States | 42 |
| United Kingdom | 4 |
| Brazil | 2 |
| Nigeria | 2 |
| Guatemala | 2 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 19 |
| Retail Trade | 16 |
| Consumer Non-Durables | 6 |
| Commercial Services | 4 |
| Consumer Durables | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 121 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 72 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 39 |
| President | 33 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 27 |
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| Katherine Kline | 24 |
| Robert Holland | 20 |
| Karen Katz | 19 |
| Robert Everett Bostrom | 17 |
| Sharon Leite | 16 |
| Cheryl Bachelder | 16 |
| Ann M. Sardini | 15 |
| Brendan Hoffman | 15 |
| Hamish Dodds | 14 |
| Cece Smith | 12 |
| Nancy Walsh | 11 |
| Jeffrey Boyer | 11 |
| Claire Babrowski | 10 |
| Alexander W. Smith | 10 |
| Michael A. Peel | 9 |
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