Derek DeBenedetto

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

New England Pantry, Inc. operates and franchises convenience stores. It operates stores under the White Hen Pantry brand name. The firm retails its products in the Midwest and New England regions. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Norwood, MA.

Cerberus Capital Management LP (Cerberus) is a private equity firm founded in 1992 by Stephen A. Feinberg and William L. Richter. It is headquartered in New York.

The Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Edison Venture Partners LLC (Edison Partners) is a venture capital firm founded by John H. Martinson in 1986. The firm is headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey.

Alvarez & Marsal, Inc. engages in the provision of consulting services. It offers business advisory, performance improvement, turnaround management, and interim management services. The company was founded by Antonio Clemente Alvarez II and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Five Star Franchising, Inc. provides business support services for painters and entrepreneurs. It is dedicated to developing franchise systems in the service industry. The firm provides services through its brands Five Star Holiday Decor and Five Star Bath Solutions. The company was founded by Chad R. Jones, Scott Abbott and Conrad Kolba in 2004 and is headquartered in Spanish Fork, UT.

Expedia, Inc. operates as an online travel agency. The company is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Pirtek Fluid Systems Pty Ltd. is a leading supplier of premium fluid transfer solutions, including hydraulic hose and fittings. Pirtek is based in Australia and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Australian company has a reputable franchise network and has expanded internationally, making it the broadest footprint in the industry.

DJNG, Inc. engages in the provision of waxing services for men and women. The company was founded on February 12, 2002 and is headquartered in Plano, TX.

Academic Partnerships LLC assists public universities and colleges in the transition to online courses and online degree programs. It assists institutions with the conversion of their traditional degree programs and certificates into an online format, recruit qualified students and support enrolled students through graduation. The firm offers market research and strategy, academic, partner support, marketing, enrollment, student retention and strategic partnership services. The company was founded by Randy Best in 2007 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

RME Group Holding Co. provides lead generation marketing services. Its services include hyper-local events, one-on-one appointment setting, call center, expert consulting and powerful analytics. The firm serves the financial services, legal, insurance, healthcare and other vertical markets. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL.

Brad's Raw Chips LLC manufactures dehydrated snacks. Its products include veggie and tortilla chips, crunchy kale, and broccoli poppers. The company was founded by Brad Gruno in 2009 and is headquartered in Pipersville, PA.

Gauge Capital LLC (Gauge Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2013 by Drew Johnson and Tom McKelvey. The firm is headquartered in Southlake, Texas.

Ardea Partners LP provides investment advice.

Part of Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd., 7-Eleven International, Inc. is a joint venture between 7-Eleven, Inc. and Seven-Eleven Japan, Co. Ltd. The company is based in Dallas, TX. The company operates, franchises, and licenses over 84,000 stores in 20 countries and regions, with approximately 48,000 stores in 16 countries and regions being master franchises and/or licenses. 7-Eleven, Inc. operates, franchises, and/or licenses more than 15,000 stores in the US, Canada, and Mexico, while Seven-Eleven Co. Ltd. operates and franchises more than 21,000 stores in Japan. The iconic brand, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027, also operates corporate and/or franchise stores in other countries and regions.

Spa810 LLC provides spa services. Its services include laser, skin, massage and body contouring. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ.

cClearly, Inc. provides online platform for paid google adwords and marketing services. The company was founded by Oren Netzer and Liran Sigalat and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Sky Island Capital LLC (Sky Island Capital) is an independent private equity firm founded in 2018 by Jack Waterstreet. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Captains Neck Brands LLC supplies carbonated beverages. The private company is based in Southampton, NY. The company was founded by Philip Piro.

Stretch Zone Franchising LLC engages in the operation of fitness centers. The company was founded by Jorden Gold in 2004 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

CommentSold LLC operates as a social commerce platform. It manages day-to-day operations, including, automated invoicing, sales analytics, customer data, and inventory details that help owners make quick, informed business decisions. The company was founded by Brandon Kruse in March 2017 and is headquartered in Huntsville, AL.

Neighborly Franchising LLC engages in the provision of repair and maintenance services. Its brands include Aire Serv, Drain Doctor, Dream Doctor, Glass Doctor, Locatec, Molly Maid, Mosquito Joe, Neighborly, and Portland Glass. The company was founded by Don Dwyer, Sr. in 1981 and is headquartered in Waco, TX.

Supreme Golf, Inc. engages in the operation of golfers tee time booking site. It offers golf courses, a multitude of innovative products including member management, advanced consumer tools and marketing services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Joy Works LLC, headquartered in Austin, TX, is the leader in the celebratory yard greetings industry, with over 500 locations across 46 states. Committed to spreading joy within communities and collaborating with local organizations, Joy Works offers a yard card and yard greeting rental service for various occasions such as birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, back-to-school, and birth announcements. Leveraging a purpose-built, proprietary technology platform, the company ensures a seamless customer ordering experience while empowering franchisees to efficiently manage their businesses. Joy Works has been consistently recognized as a top franchise by franchise business review and entrepreneur. Part of Five Star Franchising LLC, Joy Works is a company founded in 2014 by Amy Arnold, James Stanley, Jessica Stanley, and Josh Arnold. Joy Works was acquired by Five Star Franchising LLC on April 18, 2024.

D1 Training operates as an athletic-based training facility firm. The firm offers online, scholastic, rookie, boot camp, strength and adult training services. The company was founded by Will Bartholomew in 2001 and is headquartered in Franklin, TN.

Accelerated Brands LLC provides consumer and commercial automotive services. The company is based in Winston-Salem, NC and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company was founded in 2012 by Justin W. Strickland.

International Franchise Professionals Group Inc. is a company that provides a platform for franchise consultants and brokers. The company is based in Parlin, NJ and was founded in 2012 by Don Daszkowski. The company offers a certified franchise consultant training program and can be contacted at 888-977-IFPG.

Ellie Mental Health PLLP is a clinician-owned mental health care company that aims to transform the culture of mental healthcare by providing creative solutions and reducing barriers in accessing mental health services. The company is based in Mendota Heights, MN, and provides mental health care in-person and online. The company offers individual and family therapy, couples counseling, psychiatric medication management, and community-based mental health services. The company has 20 corporate-owned clinics and has awarded over 250 franchise licenses across 26 states. Ellie Mental Health's mission is to make wellness accessible in every community. Founded in 2015 by Kyle Keller and Erin Pash, Ellie Mental Health is rapidly expanding across the nation through franchising. Erin Pash has been the CEO since 2015.

Princeton Medspa Partners LLC is a national aggregator of medspas and aesthetic medical practices. The private company is based in Spring Hill, FL, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company acquires and manages provider-owned and driven businesses. The company was founded in 2004 by Hayley DeGraaff. The CEO is Nick Williams.

Radiance Holdings LLC is a company that represents a collection of premier brands in the beauty, wellness, and self-care sector. The company is based in Lakewood, CO, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company is committed to investing in its brands, driving innovation, and helping their franchisees and their community of independent beauty professionals grow their businesses and improve their lives. Led by CEO Christina Kay Russell, Radiance's current brand portfolio includes Sola Salon Studios, the world's largest and fastest-growing salon studios franchise, and The Woodhouse Day Spa, the largest premium day spa brand.

Stellar Brands operates a platform for home service brands. The company is based in Waco, TX and has subsidiaries in the United States. The CEO of the company is Gary A Findley.

Simpler Trading LLC operates as a Internet publishing company that offers monetized content products and services on the web and mobile devices. It operates multiple information-driven membership web sites, including the largest membership site in its niche, Simpler Options. The firm also publish other experts, bundling their knowledge into a monetized deliverable format. The company was founded by John F. Carter in 2010 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

7-Eleven México SA de CV operates a chain of convenience stores. Its products include beverages, frozen refreshments, nutritional and diet drinks, juices & tea, baked goods, deli items, dairy products, wine and beer. The company was founded in 1976 and is located in San Nicolás de los Garza, Mexico