John E. Metzger

Applebee's International, Inc. develops franchises and operates restaurants. The firm provides food and beverage products which include traditional favorites and signature dishes. It also offers beer, wine, liquor, and specialty drinks. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Glendale, CA.

Mobil Corp. operates primarily in the petroleum industry. The company is headquartered in The Woodlands, TX.

R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Holdings, Inc. manufactures and markets cigarettes and tobacco products. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC.

Rare Hospitality International, Inc. owns, operates and franchises restaurants. It offers offers menu items, including signature steaks, salmon, shrimp, chicken, ribs, pork chops, burgers, seafood, prime ribs, and wine. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

The Nemours Foundation is a pediatric health system is engaged in activities that promote higher standards of children's health. It offers a spectrum of clinical treatment, research, advocacy, and educational health and prevention services extending to families in the communities it serves. Nemours Foundation was founded in Alfred I. duPont in 1936. Its headquarters are located in Jacksonville, FL.

Founded in 1973, the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation (EBF) provides funding for programs designed to help the needy individuals, families and organizations of central Florida. The organization is based in Winter Park, Florida.

The Pillsbury Co. manufactures and distributes food products. Its products include baked goods, biscuits, breads, cookies, crescents, pie crusts, pizza crusts and snacks. The company was founded in 1869 is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Johnson & Wales University provides hands-on training programs and an 'upside down' curriculum that gives students experience early on with their chosen career (students take courses in their major during the first year). At the end of two years of study, students earn an associates degree and the opportunity to go on to earn a bachelor's degree

Real Mex Restaurants, Inc. owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It manufactures and distributes Mexican food products to service restaurants, casual dining, retail, and foodservice channels. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Cypress, CA.

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

GMRI, Inc. operates restaurants. It offers succulent fresh fish, seafood, beef, chicken, and combination platters. The company also offers salads, appetizers, desserts, and cocktail service. GMRI was founded by Bill Darden and Joe Lee in 1968 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

West Quality Food Service, Inc. owns, operates, and franchises restaurants. It has 71 affiliates some of them are Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurants, Taco Bells, Long John Silvers, Rallys Hamburgers, Vic's Biscuits, and Burgers Restaurants. The company was founded by Vic C. West and Louise P. West in 1967 and is headquartered in Laurel, MS.

Doc Chey's Restaurants LLC owns and operates restaurants. It franchises Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen. The firm has operations in Atlanta, Asheville, and North Carolina operating under the Doc Chey's Noodle House banner featuring pan-Asian cuisine from China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Doc Chey's Restaurants was co-founded by Richard Chey and Brook Messina in 1997 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is a Chamber of Commerce based in Tallahassee, FL and has subsidiaries in United States. The CEO of the non-profit company is Mark Wilson.

The State Theatre Regional Arts Center at New Bunswick, Inc. is a non-profit organization, which engages in the operation and management of a performing arts venue in central New Jersey. It also conducts education and community outreach programs including performances for schools, symphony scholarship, educator appreciation nights, autism-friendly relaxed performances, family day, artist and poetry residencies, and free summer movies. The company is headquartered in New Brunswick, NJ.

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.

ABC Fine Wine & Spirits is a family-owned and operated company that has been in business since 1936. The private company is based in Orlando, FL, and was founded by Jack Holloway. With 126 stores throughout, the company offers a wide range of beer, wine, and spirits, including an exclusive collection of hand-picked bottles from distilleries around the world. Customers can benefit from in-store wine samples and recommendations from experts, as well as concierge services at select locations. Charles Bailes has been the CEO of the company since 1994.

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.

M.D. Anderson Services Corp. facilitates and invests in early-stage start-up companies based on institutionally-invented technologies. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Restaurant Services, Inc. operates as an independent supply chain management and distribution cooperative for the Burger King system. Its business activities include food & packaging, equipment & facilities, distribution & logistics and premiums & promotional items. The company was incorporated in 1991 and is headquartered in Miami, FL.

National Alcohol Beverage Control Association, Inc. operates as a national association which represents the control state systems - those jurisdictions that directly control the distribution and sale of beverage alcohol within borders. It serves members by providing research, analytics and alcohol regulatory information, and acts as liaison to federal, state and local governments, research groups, public health associations, the media and other organizations impacting alcohol policy. The company was founded on January 7, 1938 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Barnie's II, Inc. provides coffee and tea. It offers bagged coffee, decaf, crop-ex coffee, tea and mugs & accessories. The company was founded by Jones Barnie in 1980 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

Craftworks Restaurants & Breweries Group, Inc. owns and operates brewery restaurants. Its core brands include old chicago restaurants, gordon biersch brewery restaurants, and rock bottom restaurant and brewery. The firm also operates regional brands including ChopHouse and Big River Grille and Brewing Works. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Broomfield, CO.

UCF Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization affiliated with the University of Central Florida. The non-profit company is based in Orlando, FL. The company's mission is to support the university's research and innovation initiatives. The CEO of the company is Robert J. Holmes.

Viewpost North America LLC engages in the provision of electronic invoice and payment services to businesses. It offers its services to create and send digital invoices; and receive digital invoices from suppliers. The company was founded by Max Eliscu in 2011 and is headquartered in Maitland, FL.

Keen Growth Capital Advisors LLC (Keen Growth Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Jonathan Smiga and Jerry M. Bello. The firm is headquartered in Windermere, Florida.

Winter Park Publishing Co. LLC publishes new-home magazines and map guides in Central Florida. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Maitland, FL.

Advanced Micronutrition LLC is engaged in sales of micro nutrient products. The company was founded by Jonathan Smiga and Jerry M. Bello and is headquartered in Windermere, FL.

1858 Capital Partners LLC is a boutique M&A advisory firm that specializes in mergers and acquisitions and principal investments. The private company is based in Winter Park, FL, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company has a focus on the middle market and utilizes its network, internal resources, and the latest technology to attain successful transactions. Unlike traditional investment banks, 1858 was formed with a community banking model in mind. The 1858 team is very selective regarding engagements and looks to limit the number of engagements taken on at any one time so maximum client interfacing is achieved. The company was founded in 2022 by Jay Chaudhari, Michael Skat, Michael Ward, Michael A. Okaty.