Jeffrey P. Ross

Aris Industries, Inc. engages in licensed trademarks. The firm's licensed products are sold primarily to department and specialty stores and national retail chains. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

CML Group, Inc. manufactures sporting and athletic goods. It designs, sources and sells physical fitness, exercise equipment and other health-related products. Its products are sold through company-operated retail stores, mall kiosks, and mail order catalogs and on the internet. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Acton, MA.

International Dairy Queen, Inc. owns and operates soft serve ice cream and fast food restaurants. It offers dairy desserts, hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc. designs a range of fashion footwear, handbags, and apparel in the United States and internationally. The firm, through license agreements, also designs and markets apparel and accessories under its Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Reaction, Unlisted, and Le Tigre brand names; and footwear under the proprietary Gentle Souls trademark. It also designs, develops, and sources private label footwear and handbags for selected retailers. The company was founded in 1982 by Kenneth D. Cole and is headquartered in New York, NY.

MDCM Holdings, Inc. provides online mortgage services. The private company is based in Sunrise, FL. The company was founded by Seth S. Werner.

Ranch*1 Group, Inc. operates and franchises quick-service restaurants. The company was founded by Ori Gottlieb and Mordechai Davidi in 1990 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

TCBY Systems LLC owns and operates frozen yogurt shop. It offers cake batter, caramel supreme, cheese cake, classic tart, almonds, banana, brownie, and cheese cake topping. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT.

SmartBargains, Inc. operates an online shopping destination for smart shoppers. It offers belts, bottoms, denim, swimwear, wedding dresses, and tops for ladies and girls; hats, belts, bottoms, jackets and coats, ties, and tops for men; bottoms, jackets and coats, belts, and tops for boys, and bottoms, gloves, hats, booties, dresses, scarves, sleepwear, jackets and coats, jumpsuits and rompers, and tops for babies. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Retaligent Solutions, Inc. develops and provides software solutions. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Redington, Inc. operates website which provides investment advice for investors. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Westport, CT.

Best Friends Pet Care, Inc. engages in the provision of pet care services. Its services include boarding, day camp, training, and grooming. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern teaches worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. The University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

Arena Capital Partners LLC (Arena Capital Partners) is an independent private equity firm founded in 1997 by Gerald S. Armstrong. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Boston Market Corp. engages in the owning and operation of fast-casual restaurants. It offers individual meals, market bowls, family meals, sides, sandwiches, salad bowls and soups, desserts and sauces. The company was founded by Arthur Cores and Steven Kolow in 1985 and is headquartered in Golden, CO.

Bath & Body Works, Inc. produces and distributes beauty products. The firm has reinvented in the personal care industry with the introduction of fragrant flavorful indulgences including shower gels, lotions, candles, and accessories. The company was founded in 1990 and is located in Reynoldsburg, OH

Berglass+Associates LLC provides executive recruiting and management consultancy services. It provides services to the retail and consumer goods sectors. The company was founded by Leslie Berglass in 1981 and is headquartered in Newyork, NY

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.

North American Midway Entertainment LLC operates mobile amusement parks. It offers rides, games, and food to fairs and festivals in different communities, states, and Canadian provinces. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Farmland, IN.

Landoll Corp. manufactures products for material handling, transportation, agriculture & specialty government markets. Its products include farm equipment, brillion farm equipment, landoll farm equipment, operator''s and repair parts manuals, trailers and forklifts. The company was founded by Don Landoll on December 16, 1963 and is headquartered in Marysville, KS.

The Beacon Council is an organization that provides assistance to businesses looking to relocate or expand in the new economy. The private company is based in Miami, FL. The company's services include business expansion, economic development, and community-related programs and events. Rodrick T. Miller has been the CEO of the company since 2023.

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.

Melissa & Doug LLC operates as a holding company with interests in manufacturing toys for children. Its products include alphabet blocks, sorting clocks, bubble makers, puzzles, pool toys, dollhouses, stuffed animals, puppets, and learning mats. The company was founded by Doug Bernstein and Melissa Bernstein in 1988 and is headquartered in Wilton, CT.

Part of Franklin Resources, Inc., Fiduciary Trust International of the South provides investment management services. The company is based in Miami, FL.

U.S. Immigration Fund LLC is a leading EB-5 regional center operator in America that offers investment opportunities to foreign investors and their families to obtain permanent residency through the EB-5 program. The private company has approved regional centers located in the world's most thriving markets, providing worthwhile opportunities for its 6,000 clients from across the globe. The company is based in Jupiter, FL, and was founded in 2010 by Nicholas Mastroianni. The program enjoys full government support as it stimulates the economy, generates at least ten jobs per investment, and promotes community development while providing access to green cards for foreign investors and their families.