Bruce Smith
Director/Board Member at NIKOLA CORPORATION
Net worth: 244 184 $ as of 2024-05-30
Network origin in Bruce Smith first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Motor Vehicles | 28 | |
Guilford Performance Textiles, Inc.
 Guilford Performance Textiles, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Guilford is an integrated designer and manufacturer of value-added fabrics and engineered products, utilizing a broad range of technologies. One of the world's largest warp knit textile companies, Guilford serves a diversified global customer base in automotive products, technical textiles, apparel fabrics and fibers markets. Guilford Fibers provides fine denier, specialty fibers for the warp knit textile industry. The firm's fabrics are developed not only for their aesthetic design properties but also strict technical performance parameters for process ability and lifetime use. Guilford's Information Services (IS) group is positioned to play a vitally important role in the implementation of Guilford's strategic direction by remaining appropriately ahead of the requirements curve with regard to technical robustness, business efficiencies, and cost management.
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| Subsidiary | Apparel/Footwear | 3 |
United Plastics Group, Inc.
 United Plastics Group, Inc. Miscellaneous ManufacturingProducer Manufacturing United Plastics Group, Inc. designs and manufactures precision plastic products. It serves datacenter, automotive, point of sale, energy and healthcare industries. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Oak Brook, IL.
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| Subsidiary | Miscellaneous Manufacturing | 3 |
Detroit Manufacturing Systems LLC
 Detroit Manufacturing Systems LLC Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Detroit Manufacturing Systems LLC provides automotive parts and healthcare equipment on a contract basis. The joint venture company is based in Detroit, MI. Bruce L. Smith has been the CEO of the company since 2018.
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| Joint Venture | Auto Parts: OEM | 2 |
Piston Automotive LLC
 Piston Automotive LLC Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Piston Automotive LLC supplies assembled cooling, brake corner and strut modules. It provides sequenced and non-sequenced sub-assembled components and modular assemblies based on customer requirements. The company was founded by Vinnie Johnson in 1995 and is headquartered in Redford, MI.
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| Private Company | Auto Parts: OEM | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Bruce Smith via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| VECTOIQ ACQUISITION CORP. II | Financial Conglomerates | Director of Finance/CFO Chief Executive Officer President | |
| ROMEO POWER, INC. | Electrical Products | Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member | |
| Wayne State University (Michigan) | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| University of Utah | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| AES CORPORATION (THE) | Electric Utilities | Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer | |
Earthrise Energy, Inc.
 Earthrise Energy, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Earthrise Energy, Inc. is a company that acquires, develops, and operates power generation facilities to support the transition to clean energy. The company is based in Arlington, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company focuses on maintaining grid stability and resiliency, reinvesting in their sites for reliable operations, and developing new clean energy projects in and around communities. Earthrise Energy brings together renewable and thermal talent under one roof and is committed to being responsible business owners in the communities where they operate. The company was founded by Andrew Martin Vesey and Carla M. Tully, with Carla Tully serving as the CEO. | Electric Utilities | Founder Founder | |
| Brigham Young University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. | Auto Parts: OEM | Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer | |
| Harvard Business School | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
DURA Automotive Systems, Inc.
 DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. designs and manufactures driver control systems, seating control systems, safety hardware, structural body systems, exterior trim and integrated glass systems. Its products include control, exterior, structural, mass transit window and industrial systems. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. | Auto Parts: OEM | President Chief Operating Officer | |
University of Southern California
 University of Southern California Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
VectoIQ LLC
 VectoIQ LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services VectoIQ LLC provides automotive advisory services. The private company is based in New York, NY. The company was founded by Mary Shio Chan. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Founder | |
| University of Michigan | College/University | Director/Board Member Undergraduate Degree | |
| GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY | Motor Vehicles | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Enviva Partners GP LLC
 Enviva Partners GP LLC Forest ProductsNon-Energy Minerals Part of Enviva, Inc., Enviva Partners GP LLC is a company that produces and supplies wood pellets. The company is based in Bethesda, MD. John K. Keppler has been the CEO of the company since 2013. | Forest Products | Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer | |
Nikola Motor Co. LLC
 Nikola Motor Co. LLC Electrical ProductsProducer Manufacturing Nikola Motor Co. LLC manufactures electric vehicles. The firm offers trucks and recreation vehicles. The company was founded by Trevor Milton and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT. | Electrical Products | President Director/Board Member | |
Dakkota Integrated Systems LLC
 Dakkota Integrated Systems LLC Engineering & ConstructionIndustrial Services Dakkota Integrated Systems LLC provides services for the delivery of complete vehicle interiors. It offers automotive modular assemblies, including instrument panels, door panels, overhead systems, and floor consoles. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Holt, MI. | Engineering & Construction | Founder Chief Operating Officer | |
| BYU Marriott School of Business | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| ENVIVA INC. | Industrial Specialties | Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer | |
| Kellogg School of Management | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
The Downtown Detroit Partnership
 The Downtown Detroit Partnership Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Downtown Detroit Partnership engages in developing, planning and placemaking decisions for the economic prosperity. It also work with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors on multiple programs and projects. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
NOBO Automotive System GmbH Überherrn
 NOBO Automotive System GmbH Überherrn Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing NOBO Automotive System GmbH Überherrn engages in the provision of automotive systems solutions. It manufactures and distributes headliners and overhead systems for the automotive industry. The company was founded on December 30, 1981 and is headquartered in Ueberherrn, Germany. | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Executive Officer | |
| TE CONNECTIVITY LTD. | Semiconductors | Human Resources Officer | |
| DIEBOLD NIXDORF, INCORPORATED | Electronic Equipment/Instruments | Human Resources Officer | |
Atlas FRM LLC
 Atlas FRM LLC Investment ManagersFinance Atlas FRM LLC (Atlas FRM) is a private equity firm founded in 2002 by Andrew Bursky and Tim Fazio. The firm is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut. | Investment Managers | Consultant / Advisor | |
Motus LLC
 Motus LLC Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Motus LLC manufactures and distributes automotive interior products. Its products include sunvisors, headliners, compression formed, door and console armrests, instrument panel trim, other soft and decorative and trim components. The company was founded in1973 and is headquartered in Holland, MI. | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Executive Officer | |
Carlex Glass America LLC
 Carlex Glass America LLC Industrial SpecialtiesProcess Industries Carlex Glass America LLC is a premier supplier of original equipment and replacement glass for Original Equipment Manufacturer automakers and aftermarket industries. Carlex Glass America is based in Nashville, TN and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company creates windshields, side glass, rear quarter glass, rear glass, and roof glass. The company follows guiding principles for making quality glass products and keep up with new technologies. The CEO of the company is Ikumasa Kinoshita. | Industrial Specialties | Chairman | |
Stryten Manufacturing LLC
 Stryten Manufacturing LLC Electronic Equipment/InstrumentsElectronic Technology Stryten Manufacturing LLC is a technology leader in stored energy solutions, including lead and lithium batteries, intelligent chargers, and cloud-based software. The private company is based in Alpharetta, GA, and the CEO is Timothy D. Vargo. The company partners with customers to meet the growing demand for reliable energy storage capacity in manufacturing, distribution, and retail. Stryten Manufacturing builds innovative battery solutions that power everything from submarines to subcompacts, warehouses, distribution centers, cars, trains, and trucks. | Electronic Equipment/Instruments | Director/Board Member | |
Carnegie Mellon University
 Carnegie Mellon University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Carnegie Mellon University is an American school that operates as a college or university. It is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Communications & Commerce
 Communications & Commerce Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of Teleperformance SE, Communications & Commerce is a company that provides live agent and automated call handling. The company is based in Salt Lake City, UT. The company was founded by Alec Brecker. Communications & Commerce was acquired by TPUSA, Inc. on August 06, 2002. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Operating Officer | |
| COHERENT CORP. | Electronic Equipment/Instruments | Director/Board Member | |
| ESTEE LAUDER | Household/Personal Care | Director/Board Member | |
MURT, Inc.
 MURT, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services MURT, Inc. provides direct marketing and customer care services. The company manages acquisition, activation, and retention of customers through inbound and outbound teleservices and TARP customer satisfaction measurement research. It is headquartered in King of Prussia, PA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Operating Officer | |
| HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC. | Aerospace & Defense | Human Resources Officer | |
| KIOR INC | Packaged Software | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Montclair State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| Asia Industrial Gases Association | Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
North American Industrial Services, Inc.
 North American Industrial Services, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services North American Industrial Services, Inc. operates as an industrial maintenance company. It offers water and hydro blasting, vacuum truck, abrasive blasting, explosives de-slagging, pipeline cleaning, hydro demolition, hydro excavation, and automated bundle cleaning. The company was founded by Francis S. Zilka and Tim Zilka in 1994 and is headquartered in Ballston Spa, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Materials Handling Systems, Inc.
 Materials Handling Systems, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Materials Handling Systems, Inc. provides material handling, warehouse design and Installations services. It offers products ranging from cranes, hoists, lift tables, conveyors, storage equipment, dock equipment, lifting, material handling, below hook, racking, shelving, carts, lockers. The firm also offers innovative material handling solutions, quality parts and reliable service for its customers throughout the US. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in West Hartford, CT. | Wholesale Distributors | Human Resources Officer | |
| MONTROSE ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, INC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Human Resources Officer | |
| SUMMIT MATERIALS, INC. | Construction Materials | Human Resources Officer | |
| MONSANTO | Wholesale Distributors | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| CITIGROUP INC. | Major Banks | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Villanova University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
DialAmerica Marketing, Inc.
 DialAmerica Marketing, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services DialAmerica Marketing, Inc. provides inbound and outbound telemarketing services. The firm offers services to the book and magazine publishing, software and video, cable, internet and telecommunications industries. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Mahwah, NJ. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Operating Officer | |
Summit Materials LLC
 Summit Materials LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Summit Materials LLC manufactures construction materials. It uses its materials internally to produce ready-mixed concrete and asphalt paving mix. The firm operates through the following segments: West, East, and Cement. The company was founded by Thomas W. Hill in 2009 and is headquartered in Denver, CO. | Wholesale Distributors | Human Resources Officer | |
Mitsubishi Motors Europe BV
 Mitsubishi Motors Europe BV Motor VehiclesConsumer Durables Part of Mitsubishi Motors Corp., Mitsubishi Motors Europe BV is a company that is based in Born, Netherlands. The Dutch company's description is "Mitsubishi Motors Europe - Home". The CEOs of the company are Eric Wepierre, Frank Krol. | Motor Vehicles | Director of Finance/CFO |
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International
| United States | 45 |
| Germany | 3 |
| Canada | 2 |
| Switzerland | 2 |
| Singapore | 2 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 12 |
| Commercial Services | 8 |
| Producer Manufacturing | 7 |
| Electronic Technology | 6 |
| Consumer Durables | 5 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 178 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 98 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 49 |
| Chairman | 46 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 45 |
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| Jeffrey Ubben | 46 |
| Chan Galbato | 38 |
| Steve Girsky | 38 |
| Andy Vesey | 32 |
| Lynn de Rothschild | 31 |
| Mary Chan | 24 |
| Mary Petrovich | 18 |
| Mark Russell | 16 |
| Jonathan Pertchik | 15 |
| Steven Shindler | 13 |
| Michael Lohscheller | 11 |
| Gerrit Marx | 11 |
| Dirk Hoefelmann | 11 |
| Joseph Cappello | 11 |
| Kim Brady | 11 |
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