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Lechters, Inc. operates specialty houseware stores.

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.

Odyssey Partners LP is a private investment partnership. The company was founded by Jack Nash and Leon Levy in 1982 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The Sports Authority, Inc. operates a sporting goods stores. It offers fitness products such as cardio equipment, fitness trackers and accessories, strength and weight training, weights, clothes, and shoes. The company also sells products online. The Sports Authority is headquartered in Centennial, CO.

Hot Topic, Inc. provides retail stores that specialize in apparel, accessories, gifts and music. Its products include woven and knit tops, skirts, pants, shorts, jackets, shoes, costume jewelry, body jewelry, intimate apparel, sunglasses, cosmetics, leather accessories and gift items. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in City of Industry, CA.

Citibank NA engages in the provision of banking services. It offers retail and commercial banking; credit cards; banking, capital markets, and advisory; markets and securities services; private banking; and treasury and trade solutions. The company was founded on June 16, 1812 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Zany Brainy, Inc. is a specialty retailer of toys, games, books and multimedia products for kids. It sells products that entertain, educate and spark the imaginations of children up to 12 years of age. The company operated 188 stores in 34 states. The company was founded on August 19, 1991.

Eos Partners LP operates as an investment firm with interest in credit, public equity and private equity markets. The company was founded by Steven M. Friedman and Brian D. Young in 1994 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

EdisonLearning, Inc. operates as an education management organization for public schools that provides international education services. It offers solutions in the areas of alternative education, virtual and blended learning, managed schools, and targeted consulting. The company was founded by John E. Chubb and H. Christopher Whittle in 1992 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Galyans Trading Co., Inc. operates camera & photographic supply, apparel, footwear, outdoor and athletic equipment stores. The company was founded by Patrick W. Galyan and is located in Plainfield, IN.

Eos Management LP is a private alternative investment firm founded by Steven Freidman and Brian Young in 2007. Headquartered in New York City, the firm provides investment advisory services to certain pooled investment vehicles operating as private investment funds and separately managed accounts.

Part of Eos Partners LP, EOS Focused Equity Management LP is an alternative investment firm based in New York, NY. EOS actively invests in the private equity, credit, and public equity markets. The company is a private investment firm that applies experience, strategic judgement, and financial markets expertise to create value by actively participating in the value creation process. EOS has a long track record of investing across numerous business and economic cycles, and their team consists of patient and experienced professionals with over three decades of investing experience. The company was founded in 1994 by Steven Michael Friedman.

DuPont Pharmaceuticals Co. researches and develops pharmaceuticals and imaging products to treat diseases. It focuses on pharmaceuticals to treat unmet medical needs in the fight against HIV, cardiovascular disease, central nervous system disorders, cancer and arthritis-related disorders. The company is located in Wilmington, DE.

The Ltd., Inc. is a platform that collaborates with artists, creators, and brands to launch rare physical and digital NFT collections and experiences through the Ethereum blockchain and NFT technology. The private company is based in Baton Rouge, LA. The company's drops are designed to exist in real life, on the blockchain, and in the metaverse, bridging the gap between the physical and virtual economies in various fields such as art, design, fashion, lifestyle, luxury, music, and sport. The company's mobile app and scanning technology provide instant authentication and access to exclusive content and experiences for collectors, while enabling creators to manage and monetize the distribution of their intellectual property through the secondary market.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges provides its clients with legal services. The firm offers services to areas including consumer, financial, government and non-profit, health care, industrial, and technology. The company was founded by Claude Serra in 1931 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Lane Bryant, Inc. operates women's apparel retail stores. The firm provides casual clothing, accessories, hosiery, and intimate apparel targeted to women. It offers online shopping for women's at lanebryant.com. The company was founded by Lena Bryant in 1904 and is headquartered in Mahwah, NJ.

Part of GE Aerospace, Lechmere, Inc. is a company that specializes in appliance and consumer electronics. The company is based in Woburn, MA. Lechmere was acquired by Montgomery Ward Holding Corp. on March 31, 1994 for $100 million.

Part of Corteva, Inc., DuPont Merck Pharmaceutical Co. is a company that makes pharmaceuticals and drugs. The company is based in Wilmington, DE. DuPont Merck Pharmaceutical was acquired by EIDP, Inc., a subsidiary of Corteva, Inc. from Merck & Co., Inc. on July 01, 1998 for $2,600 million.

Part of Macy's, Inc., R.H. Macy & Co., Inc. operates retail department stores. The company is based in New York, NY.

Barnes & Noble College Booksellers, Inc. owns and operates a chain of campus bookstores for academic institutions, public, private, law and medical schools. It offers new and used textbooks, general reading books, notebooks, school merchandise, athletic gear and alumni products. The company was founded by Charles M. Barne in 1873 and is headquartered in Basking Ridge, NJ.

CVS Pharmacy, Inc. engages in the operation of a retail pharmacy chain. Its products include medicines and vitamins; personal care, home health care, skin care, and beauty products; and photo books, cards, gifts, and calendars. The company is headquartered in Woonsocket, RI.

Victoria's Secret Stores LLC retails apparel, lingerie, and personal care products. It sells products through the Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works, and PINK brands. The company is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

EOS Management LLC (EOS Management) is a private equity firm founded in 1993 by Steven Friedman. The firm is headquartered in New York.

The Electronic Industries Alliance manufactures electronic industry equipment. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA. The CEO of the company is Matthew J. Flanigan.