John Neppl

Brookstone, Inc. develops and markets innovative gadgets and specialty items. It is an innovative product development and specialty lifestyle retail company that operates Brookstone branded stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company operates in three segments based on its distinct distribution channels and customer bases: Retail, eCommerce and Alternative Distribution. The Retail segment is comprised of all full-year stores in addition to all temporary stores and kiosks. The firm's retail product distribution is conducted primarily through the store locations. The eCommerce segment is comprised of the Brookstone catalog and products promoted via its internet website. The firm's eCommerce product distribution is primarily conducted through the company's customer care center and distribution center located in Mexico, Missouri and by its vendors. The Alternative Distribution segment is comprised of sales of its products to select resellers and corporate partners. The company was founded in 1965 by Pierre de Beaumont and Mary de Beaumont and is headquartered in Merrimack, NH.

County Seat Stores, Inc. engages in manufacturing and retailing of casual wear for teens and young adults. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.

Hot Topic, Inc. provides retail stores that specialize in apparel, accessories, gifts and music. Its products include woven and knit tops, skirts, pants, shorts, jackets, shoes, costume jewelry, body jewelry, intimate apparel, sunglasses, cosmetics, leather accessories and gift items. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in City of Industry, CA.

Marmot Mountain LLC designs and manufactures clothing and equipment for mountaineers, outdoor enthusiasts, and extreme alpinists. It offers packs and haulers, sleeping bags, tents, jackets, tops, bottoms, vests, and accessories. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Rohnert Park, CA.

Flashpoint Technology, Inc. develops and sells software for digital photography and imaging devices. It offers KinectUs a P2P sharing platform to select content providers and partners. The company was founded by Stanley B. Fry in November, 1996 and is headquartered in Peterborough, NH.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

Outdoor Research, Inc. manufactures and wholesales men's and women's outerwear clothes. The private company is based in Seattle, WA.

Riverview School, Inc. is a private company based in East Sandwich, MA.