Will Kaplan
Private Equity Investor at Paine Schwartz Partners LLC
Network origin in Will Kaplan first degree
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Duke University
 Duke University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.
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| College/University | Other Consumer Services | 403 |
Paine Schwartz Partners LLC
 Paine Schwartz Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Paine Schwartz Partners LLC (Paine Schwartz Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2006 by Dexter Paine, Kevin Michael Schwartz and Mitchell S. Presser. The firm is headquartered in San Mateo, California.
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| Holding Company | Investment Managers | 52 |
McKinsey & Company Holdings Ltd.
 McKinsey & Company Holdings Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of McKinsey & Co., Inc., McKinsey & Company Holdings Ltd. is a consulting firm that partners with leaders on strategy, innovating to net zero, leading with tech, and building capabilities for a sustainable, inclusive, growing future. The company is based in London, UK. The British company specializes in Consumer Packaged Goods and has conducted research, articles, and reports on the changes that matter most for the challenges and opportunities ahead. The company was founded in 2011 by Brian K. Stafford.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 13 |
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Companies connected to Will Kaplan via their personal network
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AEA Investors LP
 AEA Investors LP Investment ManagersFinance AEA Investors LP (AEA Investors) is a private equity firm founded in 1968 by Rockefeller, Mellon & Harriman family interests and S.G. Warburg & Co, a subsidiary of AEA Holdings LLC. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Analyst Private Equity Investor | |
| MONDELEZ INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Food: Specialty/Candy | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
Fox Paine & Co. LLC
 Fox Paine & Co. LLC Investment ManagersFinance Fox Paine & Co. LLC is a private equity firm. The firm was founded in 1996 by Saul Fox and Dexter. The firm is headquartered in California, US. | Investment Managers | President Corporate Officer/Principal Private Equity Investor Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| MONSANTO | Wholesale Distributors | Private Equity Investor Corporate Officer/Principal President | |
PanTheryx, Inc.
 PanTheryx, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology PanTheryx, Inc. operates as a medical nutrition company that researches, develops, and commercializes medical nutrition products targeting the gastrointestinal microbiome. The firm offers medical foods, food for special dietary use, and dietary supplements. The company was founded by Tim Starzland and Bimla Starzl in 2007 and is headquartered in Boulder, CO. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member | |
| University of Virginia | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
McKinsey & Co., Inc.
 McKinsey & Co., Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services McKinsey & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It specializes in design, marketing and sales, analytics, operations, transformation and restructuring, risk, strategy and corporate finance, and sustainability and resource productivity. The company was founded by James O. McKinsey in 1926 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
| Dartmouth College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Harvard University
 Harvard University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services 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. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC
 Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (GS&Co.) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1927, the firm is a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). GS&Co. provides services to help hedge funds manage risk, monitor portfolios, maintain liquidity and build their businesses. They offer clients access to global equity and derivatives markets, as well as foreign exchange, commodities, European Lefts, rates and credit across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The firm proactively monitors capital markets, searching for pockets of liquidity and news that may require changes to those strategies. Integration with the Goldman Sachs network gives clients access to the firm's sectored block trades and their insights into price discovery. Their electronic trading program provides clients with tools to manage their trades from pre-trade analytics to post-trade analysis. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Analyst-Equity Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Boston University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Duke University Health System, Inc.
 Duke University Health System, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Duke University Health System, Inc. engages in the provision of health care services. It offers cancer treatment, primary care, orthopedics, aesthetics, and fertility services. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Durham, NC. | Medical/Nursing Services | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
The National Geographic Society, Inc.
 The National Geographic Society, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Geographic Society, Inc. operates as a non-profit scientific and educational institution. Its interests include geography, archeology and natural science, and the promotion of environmental and historical conservation. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
Wireco Worldgroup, Inc.
 Wireco Worldgroup, Inc. Metal FabricationProducer Manufacturing WireCo WorldGroup, Inc. engages in the manufacture and distribution of steel and synthetic ropes. Its industry solutions include cranes, engineered products, fishing, maritime, mining, oil and gas, wire products, WireCo structures, and yarns. The company was founded by J. P. Barclay, Sr. in 1931 and is headquartered in Prairie Village, KS. | Metal Fabrication | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Boston College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Northwestern University
 Northwestern University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | College/University | Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Williams College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Sunrise Growers, Inc.
 Sunrise Growers, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Sunrise Growers, Inc. supplies frozen strawberries and other fruit products in the United States. The firm's customers include retail, large food service, food manufacturing, and export companies. Sunrise Growers was founded by Doug Circle in 1972 and is headquartered in Placentia, CA. | Food Distributors | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
| ARCADIA BIOSCIENCES, INC. | Chemicals: Agricultural | Director/Board Member | |
Hendrix Genetics BV
 Hendrix Genetics BV Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Hendrix Genetics BV is a multi-species animal breeding, genetics, and technology company, which engages in the breeding programs of breeding programs in turkeys, layers, guinea fowl, swine, salmon, and trout. The company was founded by Antoon van den Berg and Thijs Hendrix in 1923 and is headquartered in Boxmeer, the Netherlands. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Costa's Pty Ltd.
 Costa's Pty Ltd. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Costa's Pty Ltd. produces markets and exports fresh fruit and vegetables. It also offers supply chain and logistics services. The firms core categories include Berries, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Citrus, Grapes, Bananas and Avocados. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Ravenhall, Australia. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
The Nature Conservancy, Inc.
 The Nature Conservancy, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Nature Conservancy is a conservation organization working around the world to protect land and waters for nature and people. The organization pursues non-confrontational, pragmatic solutions to conservation challenges. The company was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
The Atlantic Council of the United States
 The Atlantic Council of the United States Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Atlantic Council of the United States engages in the promotion of constructive leadership and engagement in international affairs. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
Driscoll's, Inc.
 Driscoll's, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Driscoll's, Inc. distributes fresh berries. Its products include strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries and organic berries. The firm offers exclusive berry recipes, including healthy berry recipes. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Watsonville, CA. | Food Distributors | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
Spearhead International Ltd.
 Spearhead International Ltd. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Spearhead International Ltd. operates farms including wheat, barley and other grains, oil seed rape, corn, sugar beet, milk, beef, potatoes, onions and fruits. It also ferments and distills grains for producing alcohol, as well as for other food, pharmaceutical and industrial applications. The firm serves supermarkets, food processors and manufacturers in Europe. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Newmarket, the United Kingdom. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
TZP Group LLC
 TZP Group LLC Investment ManagersFinance TZP Group LLC (TZP Group) is a private equity firm founded in 2007 by Sam L. Katz. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
US Ski & Snowboard Team Foundation
 US Ski & Snowboard Team Foundation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services United States Ski Team Foundation is a non-profit organization. It provides a range of membership programs for athletes and other young skiers engages in athletic programs. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Park City, UT. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Urban Farmer, Inc.
 Urban Farmer, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Urban Farmer, Inc. offers design, installation and maintenance services to commercial, residential, sport and golf course markets. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Franktown, CO. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
UBS Investment Bank (US)
 UBS Investment Bank (US) Investment Banks/BrokersFinance UBS Investment Bank provides investment banking and securities brokerage services. Its clients include institutional and corporate clients, intermediaries, governments, and hedge funds. The firm also provides merger and acquisition advisory, private placement, investment research, foreign exchange, equity, and leverage finance advisory services. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Aterian Investment Management LP
 Aterian Investment Management LP Investment ManagersFinance Aterian Investment Management LP (Aterian) is an independent private equity firm founded in 2009 by Michael Fieldstone. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Analyst Private Equity Investor | |
Verdesian Life Sciences LLC
 Verdesian Life Sciences LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Verdesian Life Sciences LLC engages in the provision of nutritional and plant-health products. Its services include custom blend services, granulation services, and raw materials. Its products include Avail, Citron, Fungi-Phite, and Diamond Brand. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cary, NC. | Wholesale Distributors | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Suba Seeds Co. SpA
 Suba Seeds Co. SpA Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Suba Seeds Co. SpA produces organic seeds. It also provides conventional, herb, and organic seeds, sprouts, microgreens, and babyleaves. The company was founded in 1974 by Augusto Suzzi and is headquartered in Longiano, Italy. | Wholesale Distributors | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| AGROFRESH SOLUTIONS, INC. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
AgBiTech Pty Ltd.
 AgBiTech Pty Ltd. Chemicals: AgriculturalProcess Industries AgBiTech Pty Ltd. offers pest management solutions and biological insecticide products. The firm’s services include ViVUS Max, Magnet, and Optimol. The company was founded by Patrick Buerger, Anthony Hawes and Jeffrey Bidstrup in 2002 and is headquartered in Toowoomba, Australia. | Chemicals: Agricultural | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Sterilex LLC
 Sterilex LLC BiotechnologyHealth Technology Sterilex LLC, based in Hunt Valley, MD, is a company that provides solutions for sanitation and microbial challenges. The company offers a line of proprietary biocides, disinfectants, and rapid biofilm diagnostic tools that can be used in various applications such as food and beverage protection, animal health, and water treatment. Sterilex is a leading developer of innovative solutions that improve food safety and enhance public health. The company was founded in 1989, and Alex Josowitz has been the CEO since 2006. | Biotechnology | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Columbia Business School | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
AgBiTech LLC
 AgBiTech LLC Chemicals: AgriculturalProcess Industries Part of AgBiTech Pty Ltd., AgBiTech LLC is a leader in agriculture technology that helps to create healthy food systems to sustain our families and our planet for the 21st century. The company is based in Fort Worth, TX. The company is a rapidly growing and transformative crop protection company focusing on science-based biological insect protection. The company was founded in 2000 by Jeffrey Bidstrup. Adriano Vilas-Boas has been the CEO of the company since 2018. | Chemicals: Agricultural | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| Kellogg School of Management | College/University | Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
Lyons Magnus LLC
 Lyons Magnus LLC Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Lyons Magnus LLC manufactures food products. It offers designer dessert sauces, frozen fruit toppings, sweet indulgence sauces, flashpak dispensed juices, Maui fruit blends for blended beverages, Lyons premium beverage syrups, and readycare products. The company was founded by Ernest G. Lyons in 1852 and is headquartered in Fresno, CA. | Food: Meat/Fish/Dairy | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Prima Wawona
 Prima Wawona Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Prima Wawona provides farming fruit services. The American company was founded in 1938. Eric Beringause has been the CEO of the company since 2021. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Latitude Capital Partners LLC | Founder | ||
| KHOSLA VENTURES ACQUISITION CO. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member | |
Altos Labs, Inc.
 Altos Labs, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Altos Labs is a biotechnology company that focuses on cellular rejuvenation programming to restore cell health and resilience. The company is based in Redwood City, CA. The company's goal is to reverse disease and transform medicine. Altos Labs was founded by Rick Klausner and Hans Edgar Bishop. The CEO is Hal V. Barron. | Biotechnology | Director/Board Member |
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International
| United States | 44 |
| Australia | 3 |
| Netherlands | 2 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
| Italy | 2 |
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| Consumer Services | 13 |
| Finance | 9 |
| Process Industries | 9 |
| Distribution Services | 7 |
| Commercial Services | 7 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 272 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 104 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 83 |
| Private Equity Investor | 77 |
| Consultant / Advisor | 41 |
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| William Hawkins | 49 |
| Donald Jones | 46 |
| Kevin Schwartz | 32 |
| Ned Gilhuly | 28 |
| Betsy Holden | 28 |
| Gerald Hassell | 25 |
| Shiou Ling Goh | 22 |
| Rajiv J. Shah | 20 |
| John J. Anton | 20 |
| Dexter Paine | 19 |
| Josh Felser | 19 |
| John Atkin | 14 |
| Ruo Peng Liu | 11 |
| JJ Kasper | 11 |
| Rick Greubel | 11 |
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