Steve Shaffer
Chief Executive Officer at Homesteaders Life Co. (Investment Portfolio)
Network origin in Steve Shaffer first degree
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Indiana University
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| College/University | Other Consumer Services | 309 |
Center for Creative Leadership
 Center for Creative Leadership Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Center for Creative Leadership is a non-profit organization, which engages in the provision of leadership and management training services. Its products include facilitator certification, assessments, digital learning, and books and tools. The company was founded by H. Smith Richardson in 1970 and is headquartered in Greensboro, NC.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 22 |
National Funeral Directors Association
 National Funeral Directors Association Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services National Funeral Directors Association operates as a non-profit organization. It provides end-of-life services. The association is headquartered in Brookfield, WI.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Internet Software/Services | 21 |
Homesteaders Life Co.
 Homesteaders Life Co. Life/Health InsuranceFinance Homesteaders Life Co. provides insurance and related services to the funeral industry. The company also provides marketing programs, literature, information that informs families about all available options in funeral care. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA.
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| Private Company | Life/Health Insurance | 19 |
Keystone North America, Inc.
 Keystone North America, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Keystone North America, Inc. provides funeral services. It provides funeral, cremation and cemetery services with a primary focus in non-urban areas. The company was founded by Robert G.Horn, Steven A. Tidwell, Stephen M. Shaffer and James D. Price in 1996 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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| Subsidiary | Other Consumer Services | 5 |
Homesteaders Life Co. (Investment Portfolio)
 Homesteaders Life Co. (Investment Portfolio) Investment ManagersFinance Homesteaders Life Co. (Investment Portfolio) (Homesteaders-IP) is the investment portfolio division of Homesteaders Life Co., an insurance company headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa. The firm provides products and services to promote and support the funding of advance funeral planning and end-of-life expenses. Homesteaders-IP manages the investment portfolio of insurance clients.
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| Operating Division | Investment Managers | 3 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Steve Shaffer via their personal network
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Keystone Group Holdings, Inc.
 Keystone Group Holdings, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Founded in 1996, Keystone is a leading owner and operator of funeral homes across the United States and Canada and is, in management's estimate, the fifth largest provider of funeral services in North America. Keystone currently provides funeral, cremation and cemetery services with a primary focus in non-urban areas. Since its inception, the business has been run by its four key principals, who have functioned as a management team in the death care industry since 1994. Keystone has a demonstrated track record of strong and consistent cash flows. | Other Consumer Services | Founder Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
The Cremation Association of North America
 The Cremation Association of North America Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services The Cremation Association of North America operates as a professional trade association. It represents the cremation industry in North America. The firm acts as a communications network and information source for the general public. It offers educational resources, media tools and referral as well as conducts conventions and seminars. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Wheeling, IL. | Other Consumer Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Iowa State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| International Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association | Corporate Officer/Principal President Director/Board Member | ||
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 Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Florida State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Thomas-Pierce & Co.
 Thomas-Pierce & Co. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Thomas-Pierce & Co. provides business support services. The private company is based in Gainesville, FL. The company was founded by Robert L. Pierce. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Founder | |
| Indiana Funeral Directors Association | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
| Kelley School of Business | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| University of Illinois | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
| Michigan State University | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Principal Global Investors LLC
 Principal Global Investors LLC Investment ManagersFinance Principal Global Investors LLC, dba Principal Asset Management (Principal AM), is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm was founded in 1998 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Principal Global Investors Holding Co. (US) LLC and their ultimate parent is Principal Financial Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: PFG). Principal AM provides investment advisory services to institutional investors and individuals on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis. | Investment Managers | Portfolio Manager-Fixed Income Director of Finance/CFO | |
Prime Succession, Inc.
 Prime Succession, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Part of Prime Succession Holdings, Inc., Prime Succession, Inc. operates funeral homes and cemeteries. The American company was founded by Thomas H. Johnson. | Other Consumer Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| TATA MOTORS LIMITED | Motor Vehicles | Director/Board Member | |
Columbus Symphony Orchestra, Inc.
 Columbus Symphony Orchestra, Inc. Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Columbus Symphony Orchestra, Inc. operates as a symphony orchestra group. It offers classroom programs, family programs, and pre-concert talks. The company was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member | |
Solo Cup Co.
 Solo Cup Co. Miscellaneous ManufacturingProducer Manufacturing Solo Cup Co. produced and marketed single-use products used to serve food and beverages. The company was founded in 1936 and was headquartered in Highland Park, IL. | Miscellaneous Manufacturing | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Chicopee LLC
 Chicopee LLC TextilesProcess Industries Part of Berry Global Group, Inc., Chicopee, Inc. is a private company based in Benson, NC. | Textiles | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| HINDUSTAN UNILEVER LIMITED | Household/Personal Care | Director/Board Member | |
| Georgia State University | College/University | Masters Business Admin | |
| TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES LTD. | Information Technology Services | Director/Board Member | |
| POLGA | Textiles | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Raffensperger, Hughes & Co., Inc.
 Raffensperger, Hughes & Co., Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., Raffensperger, Hughes & Co., Inc. is an investment banking and brokerage firm. The private company is based in Indianapolis, IN. Raffensperger, Hughes & Co. was acquired by National City Corp. on July 14, 1995. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC
 Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is a registered broker-dealer subsidiary of Morgan Stanley Domestic Holdings, Inc., ultimately owned by Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) in the US. Headquartered in New York City, the firm was founded in 1987 and provides debt and equity services including underwriting, M&A advice, securities dealing and brokerage and trade execution. Their client base ranges from large global institutional investors to hedge funds at the cutting edge of innovation in the industry. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Archer Investment Corp.
 Archer Investment Corp. Investment ManagersFinance Archer Investment Corp. is an independent registered investment advisor headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. The firm was founded by Troy C. Patton in 2005 to manage The Archer Funds and separately managed accounts. | Investment Managers | Portfolio Manager-Equities | |
| HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED | Major Banks | Comptroller/Controller/Auditor | |
The Institute of Internal Auditors
 The Institute of Internal Auditors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Internal Auditors is an international professional association that serves over 235,000 members and has awarded more than 190,000 certified internal auditor (CIA) certifications worldwide. The non-profit company is based in Lake Mary, USA and has subsidiaries in more than 170 countries and territories. Established in 1941, the IIA is recognized throughout the world as the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance. Anthony J. Pugliese has been the CEO of the American company since 2021. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| COMPANHIA PROVIDENCIA INDUSTRIA COMERCIO | Miscellaneous Manufacturing | Chairman | |
KPMG LLP
 KPMG LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services KPMG LLP engages in the provision of audit, tax, and advisory services. It serves the banking and capital markets, building, construction and real estate, consumer and retail, energy, natural resources and chemicals, financial services, government and public sector, healthcare and life sciences, industrial manufacturing, insurance, media and entertainment, private equity, technology, telecommunications, and venture capital industries. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Karius, Inc.
 Karius, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Karius, Inc. operates clinical and medical research laboratory. It enables clinicians to diagnose infectious diseases by detecting the DNA of pathogens from a standard blood draw. The company was founded by Michael Kertesz and Tim Blauwkamp and is headquartered in Redwood City, CA. | Medical/Nursing Services | Director/Board Member | |
| GENMAB A/S | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member | |
| LENSAR, INC. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member | |
| INHIBIKASE THERAPEUTICS, INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member | |
| GERON CORPORATION | Biotechnology | Director/Board Member | |
| Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. | Director/Board Member | ||
Whipple & Co.
 Whipple & Co. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Part of Bank of Montreal, Whipple & Co. is a private company that provides accounting services. The company is based in Indianapolis, IN. Whipple was acquired by Somerset Group, Inc. on December 17, 1997 for $7 million. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Comptroller/Controller/Auditor | |
| PDL BIOPHARMA, INC. | Biotechnology | Chairman | |
Y.M.C.A. Foundation of Greater Indianapolis
 Y.M.C.A. Foundation of Greater Indianapolis Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Y.M.C.A. Foundation of Greater Indianapolis provides wellness programs. It offers programs for children and adults in the form of sports, seminars, tutorials, and camps. The company was founded in 1854 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman | |
Anchor Packaging LLC
 Anchor Packaging LLC Containers/PackagingProcess Industries Anchor Packaging LLC engages in the provision of packaging solutions. It specializes in food packaging, takeout, carryout, foodservice, film, foil, supermarket, restaurant, and food processors. The firm's products include films, foils, clamshells, combo packs, containers, and sample kits. Its brands include AnchorFoil, AnchorWrap, BonFaire, Deli View, and MicroLite. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Ballwin, MO. | Containers/Packaging | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Berry Global, Inc.
 Berry Global, Inc. Containers/PackagingProcess Industries Berry Global, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and research and development of healthcare packaging and protection solutions. It offers intermediate bulk containers, medical, supermarket, personal care, institutional can liners, sheeting, trash bags, corrosion prevention and control technologies, special nonwoven materials, and tapes. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Evansville, IN. | Containers/Packaging | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| ELI LILLY AND COMPANY | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association
 Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association operates as a membership organization for funeral professionals. The non-profit company is based in Harrisburg, PA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Chicago Bar Association
 The Chicago Bar Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Chicago Bar Association is a voluntary membership organization consisting largely of lawyers and judges from Cook County and the state of Illinois. The private company is based in Chicago, IL and has subsidiaries in the United States. The association works to establish and maintain the honor and dignity of the profession of law, promote the welfare of its members, and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the administration of justice. Founded in 1874, it is one of the oldest and most active metropolitan bar associations in the United States. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
American Bar Association
 American Bar Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services American Bar Association provides legal services. It provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, legal information and other services to assist legal professionals. The firm has members which include judges, court administrators, law professors, and non-practicing attorneys. The company was founded on August 21, 1878 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Phi Delta Phi | Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Indian Banks' Association
 Indian Banks' Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Indian Banks' Association (IBA) is a premier service organization of the banking industry in India. IBA is based in Mumbai, India. Its members include public sector banks, private sector banks, foreign banks, co-operative banks, regional rural banks, and all financial institutions. IBA provides guidance notes for banks on Know Your Customer (KYC) norms and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards. The association also promotes digital banking and encourages the use of electronic payment options such as RTGS, NEFT, UPI, Rupay card, internet, and mobile banking. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chairman | |
Jenner & Block LLP
 Jenner & Block LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Jenner & Block LLC provides legal services. It focuses on mergers and acquisitions, securities, finance, private equity, real estate, tax, environmental, insurance, commercial law, technology, intellectual property, bankruptcy and reorganization, labor and employment, executive compensation, government contracts, health care and associations. The company was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal |
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International
| United States | 45 |
| India | 5 |
| Brazil | 2 |
| Denmark | 2 |
Sectoral
| Commercial Services | 13 |
| Consumer Services | 11 |
| Process Industries | 7 |
| Health Technology | 7 |
| Finance | 6 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 197 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 190 |
| Chairman | 64 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 61 |
| President | 48 |
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| Om Prakash Bhatt | 46 |
| Frank B. Stewart | 26 |
| Anand Deshpande | 26 |
| Odd Ingar Skaug | 21 |
| Elizabeth O'Farrell | 17 |
| James Tanner | 17 |
| Dirk van Daele | 15 |
| Steven Eline | 15 |
| Stephen Marlow | 15 |
| Chris Branson | 14 |
| Pamela Davies | 14 |
| John M. Paule | 13 |
| Jay Dodds | 13 |
| John David Thompson | 12 |
| James D. Price | 12 |
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