Norman Abdallah
Director/Board Member at National Restaurant Association
Network origin in Norman Abdallah first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
National Restaurant Association
 National Restaurant Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Restaurant Association operates as a foodservice trade association. It advocate for pro-restaurant regulation and operational freedom. The firm provide advocacy and representation, educational networking, tools and solutions, and research and insights. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 103 |
| Holding Company | Restaurants | 28 | |
California Pizza Kitchen, Inc.
 California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. engages in the acquisition and operation of restaurants. It offers pizzas, pastas, soups, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts. The company was founded by Richard Rosenfield and Larry Flax on March 27, 1985 and is headquartered in Los Angles, CA.
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| Holding Company | Restaurants | 9 |
Fired Up, Inc.
 Fired Up, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Fired Up, Inc. owns and operates restaurants. The firm offers pizza and prepared pasta, including beef, chicken and pork dishes. It operates in Bahrain, Egypt, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates. The company was founded by Creed L. Ford III and Norman J. Abdallah in 1997 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.
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| Private Company | Restaurants | 6 |
Mac Acquisition of Kansas LLC
 Mac Acquisition of Kansas LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Mac Acquisition of Kansas LLC operates a chain of restaurants. Its menu includes antipasti, entrees, cheese and chocolate cakes, coffee, wines, cocktails, salads, chicken, parmigiana plates, carnes, classics, pasta, fish, artisan pizzas, and other cuisines. The company was founded on August 25, 2008 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.
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| Subsidiary | Restaurants | 3 |
MAC Acquisition LLC
 MAC Acquisition LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services MAC Acquisition LLC operates as chain of restaurants. The firm offers mozzarella, olive oil, pasta, round tomato, Tuscan grape, lunch, dolce, brunch, catering and special events services. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.
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| Subsidiary | Restaurants | 1 |
Restaurants Unlimited, Inc.
 Restaurants Unlimited, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Restaurants Unlimited, Inc. owns and operates restaurants. It operates upscale dining locations encompassing different concepts. The firm enables its customers to place gift card orders online. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.
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| Subsidiary | Restaurants | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Norman Abdallah via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Restaurants | Chief Operating Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| THE COCA-COLA COMPANY | Beverages: Non-Alcoholic | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Center Cut Hospitality, Inc.
 Center Cut Hospitality, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Center Cut Hospitality, Inc. owns and operates steak house restaurants. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Southlake, TX. | Restaurants | Chief Operating Officer Comptroller/Controller/Auditor | |
| PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Director/Board Member | |
| PEPSICO, INC. | Beverages: Non-Alcoholic | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| ZALE CORPORATION | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member | |
| DARDEN RESTAURANTS, INC. | Restaurants | General Counsel Corporate Officer/Principal Public Communications Contact | |
| BBQ HOLDINGS, INC. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO | |
| BENE AG | Office Equipment/Supplies | Sales & Marketing | |
Red Lobster Management LLC
 Red Lobster Management LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Red Lobster Management LLC operates as a seafood restaurant company. It offers catering services, party platters, family meal deals, appetizers, shrimp, lobster, crab and combinations, fish, chicken and steak, desserts, and beverages. The company was founded by William B. Darden in 1968 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Vanderbilt University | College/University | Graduate Degree | |
Bain & Co., Inc.
 Bain & Co., Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Bain & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It offers advisory services to the companies on their critical issues and opportunities: strategy, marketing, organization, operations, technology and mergers and acquisitions, across all industries and geographies. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Boston, MA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
McLane Foodservice Distribution, Inc.
 McLane Foodservice Distribution, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services McLane Foodservice Distribution, Inc. engages in the provision of food distribution services. The company was founded by Jerry L. Wordsworth in 1947 and is headquartered in Temple, TX. | Food Distributors | President | |
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
 The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants provides vocational education in accounting. The company provides services to the accounting community, regulatory bodies, and other organizations. It also operates in Jersey City, Washington, and Lewisville. It was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Caribou Coffee Co., Inc.
 Caribou Coffee Co., Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Caribou Coffee Co., Inc. owns and operates coffee shops. It offers products to grocery stores, mass merchandisers, club stores, office coffee and foodservice providers, hotels, entertainment venues and e-commerce channels. The firm operates through three segments: Retail, Commercial and Franchise. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. | Restaurants | Chief Operating Officer Director/Board Member | |
The Culinary Institute of America, Inc.
 The Culinary Institute of America, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Culinary Institute of America refines the world of gourmet chefs. It offers bachelor's and associate degrees in culinary arts and management, as well as continuing education, conferences, travel programs, and e-learning. | College/University | President Director/Board Member | |
| Georgia State University | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| Texas A&M University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Tulane University (Louisiana) | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Oglethorpe University | College/University | Masters Business Admin | |
| University of Georgia | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| University of Illinois | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| The University of Tulsa | College/University | Graduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal | |
LA Food Show, Inc.
 LA Food Show, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services Part of CPK Holdings, Inc., LA Food Show, Inc. is a private company that provides food and restaurant services. The company is based in Los Angeles, CA. The company was founded by Richard L. Rosenfield. LA Food Show was acquired by California Pizza Kitchen, Inc., part of CPK Holdings, Inc. from July 07, 2011 on April 25, 2005 for $6 million. | Restaurants | Founder President | |
Mazzio's Corp.
 Mazzio's Corp. RestaurantsConsumer Services Mazzio's Corp. operates pizza points and Italian kitchens. It offers pizzas, big pastas, toasted sandwiches and brick-oven pizzas and also offer catering services. The company was founded by Ken Selby in 1961 and is headquartered in Tulsa, OK. | Restaurants | Director of Finance/CFO Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
Enterprise Florida, Inc.
 Enterprise Florida, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) is a public-private partnership serving as Florida's primary organization devoted to statewide economic development. EFI's mission is to diversify Florida's economy and create better paying jobs for its citizens by supporting, attracting and helping to create globally competitive businesses in innovative, high-growth industries. EFI accomplishes this mission by focusing on a wide range of industry sectors, including clean energy, life sciences, information technology, aviation/aerospace, homeland security/defense, financial/professional services and manufacturing. In collaboration with a statewide network of regional and local economic development organizations, EFI helps to improve Florida's business climate, ensuring the state's global competitiveness. Enterprise Florida is committed to assisting companies confidentially with their expansion and location plans. They provide site selection services, demographic information, incentive information, trade leads and much more. They also coordinate introductions to their network of economic development partners located throughout the state. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Retail Industry Leaders Association
 Retail Industry Leaders Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Retail Industry Leaders Association operates a membership organization for retailers. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
Save The Children Federation Inc.
 Save The Children Federation Inc. Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services Save The Children Federation, Inc. operates as a nonprofit children's relief and development organization. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Fairfield, CT. | Services to the Health Industry | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
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 | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Chairman Chairman Chief Executive Officer | |
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 | Corporate Officer/Principal Chairman | |
Yoder Industries, Inc.
 Yoder Industries, Inc. Metal FabricationProducer Manufacturing Yoder Industries, Inc. manufactures aluminum and zinc die castings. It specializes in casting design and automotive castings. The company was founded by J.B. Yoder in 1956 and is headquartered in Dayton, OH. | Metal Fabrication | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Colorado Restaurant Association
 Colorado Restaurant Association RestaurantsConsumer Services Colorado Restaurant Association operates as a trade organization for the foodservice industry. The firm educates and promotes an industry including eating and drinking establishments. The company was founded by Albert McVittie on September 27, 1933 and is headquartered in Denver, CO. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
McDonald's USA LLC
 McDonald's USA LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Part of McDonald's Corp., McDonald's USA LLC is a fast food chain that serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. The private company is based in Chicago, IL. Ninety-five percent of McDonald's approximately 13,500 restaurants are owned and operated by independent business owners. McDonalds.com is the hub for everything McDonald's, where customers can find out more about their menu items and promotions. Founded in 2004, McDonald's USA continues to provide quality food and service to its customers. | Restaurants | Sales & Marketing General Counsel | |
Flax & Rosenfield Development LLC
 Flax & Rosenfield Development LLC RestaurantsConsumer Services Flax & Rosenfield Development LLC provides investment management services. The company was founded by Larry S. Flax and Richard L. Rosenfield and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA. | Restaurants | Founder Founder | |
TGI Friday's, Inc.
 TGI Friday's, Inc. RestaurantsConsumer Services TGI Friday's, Inc. engages in the operation of restaurants. It offers desserts, pasta and chicken, beverages, appetizers, and salads. The company was founded by Alan Stillman in 1965 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX. | Restaurants | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Chairman Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
Louisiana Restaurant Association
 Louisiana Restaurant Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Louisiana Restaurant Association operates bars and restaurants for members. The firm engages in foodservice and hospitality industry. The firm offers ServSafe foodservice manager, ServSafe alcohol, ServSafe food handler and ServSafe allergens. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Metairie, LA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation
 Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) is an organization that works to accelerate acceptance of the LGBTQ community through entertainment, news, and digital media. GLAAD offers media training for organizations, a list of LGBTQ resources, and a platform for reporting unfair or defamatory media coverage. The organization's Voices Initiative aims to build LGBTQ acceptance globally by sharing stories of LGBTQ people and their families and supporting local LGBTQ organizations. GLAAD's Media Reference Guide provides education and guidance on telling LGBTQ people's stories in ways that bring out the best in journalism. Sarah Kate Ellis has been the CEO of the American company since 2013. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman | |
Georgia Restaurant Association
 Georgia Restaurant Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Georgia Restaurant Association provides unified voice for food service and drinking places in the state of Georgia. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Food Marketing Institute Foundation | Director/Board Member | ||
| Harvard Business School | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Masters Business Admin | |
| FOGO DE CHAO INC | Restaurants | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
KINEXO Inc
 KINEXO Inc Air Freight/CouriersTransportation KINEXO Inc provides logistics and supply chain services. It offers services to the foodservice, retail, hospitality, and healthcare industries through freight management, redistribution, direct redistribution, network design and engineering. The company is headquartered in Rocky Mount, NC. | Air Freight/Couriers | President | |
McLane Foodservice, Inc.
 McLane Foodservice, Inc. Air Freight/CouriersTransportation Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., McLane Foodservice, Inc. buys, sells, and delivers over 13 billion pounds of goods annually to more than 35,000 restaurant locations across the United States. The private company is based in Carrollton, TX and is committed to community and sustainability. The company services chain restaurants in the quick-service, casual, and fine dining segments through a nationwide network. With a workforce of 9,000 employees, McLane Foodservice exports to 40 countries and offers logistics, technology, and promotions services to its customers. McLane Foodservice is a division of McLane Company, Inc., a supply chain leader in the foodservice industry. | Air Freight/Couriers | President | |
| 3de | Director/Board Member | ||
| UTZ BRANDS, INC. | Food: Specialty/Candy | Director/Board Member |
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International
| United States | 50 |
| Austria | 2 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 26 |
| Commercial Services | 10 |
| Consumer Non-Durables | 4 |
| Distribution Services | 4 |
| Retail Trade | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 270 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 133 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 78 |
| President | 76 |
| Chairman | 51 |
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| Joseph Reece | 28 |
| David Barr | 27 |
| Pauline Brown | 25 |
| Diana Purcel | 21 |
| Ian Carter | 21 |
| Kenneth Cutshaw | 20 |
| Joshua Olshansky | 20 |
| Tom Bené | 16 |
| Sue Collyns | 16 |
| Dawn Sweeney | 15 |
| Lorna Donatone | 14 |
| David R. Poth | 13 |
| Robert S. Gluck | 13 |
| Niki Leondakis | 13 |
| Tom J. Russo | 13 |
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