Dave Wagner

Spectrum Brands, Inc. engages in the manufacture and market alkaline, zinc carbon and hearing aid batteries, herbicides, insecticides and repellants and specialty pet supplies. It operates through the following segments: Global batteries and Appliance; Global Pet Supplies; and Home and Garden. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Middleton, WI.

Remington Arms Co. LLC manufactures firearms and ammunitions. It designs, produces and sells sporting goods products for the hunting and shooting sports markets, Government and law enforcement markets. The company was founded by Eliphalet Remington in 1816 and is headquartered in Huntsville, AL.

United Industries Corp. manufactures and markets chemicals for the consumer lawn and garden care and insect control markets. Its operations are divided into three business segments: Lawn and Garden, Household and Contract. The Company's lawn and garden brands include Spectracide, Garden Safe, Real-Kill and No-Pest in the controls category as well as Sta-Green, Vigoro, Schultz and Bandini brands in the lawn and garden fertilizer and growing media categories. The firm household brands include Hot Shot, Cutter and Repel. United Industries is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Dubilier & Co (Dubilier) is a private equity firm founded in 1994 by Michael J. Dubilier. The firm is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.

Maritz Holdings, Inc. engages in the sale and marketing of jewelries. The firm also offers meetings and events, customer experience technology, employee experience, incentives and rewards, customer loyalty, and automotive solutions. The company was founded by Edward F. Maritz in 1894 and is headquartered in Fenton, MO.

The Hillman Cos., Inc. engages in the manufacture and distribution of hardware related products. Its products include fasteners; threaded rod and metal shapes; keys, key duplication systems, and accessories; builder's hardware; and identification items, such as tags and letters, numbers, and signs. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Hunter Fan Co. engages in designing and engineering of ceiling fan products. It offers ceiling fans with lights, ceiling fans without lights, ceiling fans with remotes, low-profile ceiling fans, outdoor ceiling fans, and five minutes fans. The company was founded by John Hunter and James Hunter in 1886 and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.

Thomasville Furniture Industries, Inc. manufactures and markets furniture. Its wooden and upholstered wares are sold in furniture retail stores, including Thomasville Galleries & Home Furnishings and authorized dealers. The firm manufacturing units include Pearson, Hickory Business Furniture, Founders, and Creative Interiors. The company was founded in 1904 and is located in Thomasville, NC.

Total Wine & More distributes wine and other beverages. It offers wine, spirits, cigars and beer. The company was founded by Robert Trone and David Trone in 1991 and is headquartered in Bethesda, MD.

The Hillman Group, Inc. provides hardware-related products and merchandising services to retail markets. Its products include fasteners, key duplication systems, engraved tags, builder's hardware, roller chain, and magnets and magnet tools. The firm supports its product sales with value added services including design and installation of merchandising systems and maintenance of appropriate in-store inventory levels. The company was founded by Max W. Hillman Sr. in 1964 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

MidOcean US Advisor LP (MidOcean Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2003 by James Edward Virtue. The firm is headquartered in New York.

The Retail Industry Leaders Association operates a membership organization for retailers. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA.

Part of Lexington Holding, Inc., Sligh Furniture Co. is a manufacturer of home office and entertainment furniture. The company is based in Holland, MI. Sligh Furniture was acquired by Lexington Furniture Industries, Inc. on December 06, 2011.

The Academy of Science of St. Louis operates as an independent science organization. It facilitates interactions between providers of educational programming and community organizations by providing a website and information listing educational programs, resources, and learning opportunities in subjects relating to science, applied science, mathematics, and engineering. The company was founded by George Engelmann and James B. Eads in 1856 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Water Pik, Inc. manufactures and markets personal healthcare and dental products. It offers countertop and cordless water flossers, tips and accessories, electric toothbrush, hand held, rain shower, and fixed mount shower head. The company was founded by John W. Mattingly and Gerald Moyer in 1962 and is headquartered in Fort Collins, CO.

Clopay Corp. manufactures and marketing of residential garage doors. It offers services doors, counter shutters, security grills, and roll-up sheet doors. The company was founded in 1859 and is headquartered in Mason, OH.

Bushnell, Inc. supplies thermoplastic piping materials. It manufacturers valves, fittings and accessories. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Des Plaines, IL.

M.I. Industries, Inc. produces natural pet foods and treats. Its brand names include Honey Creek Farms, Happy Pet, and Distinctive Pet Products. The company was founded by Robert S. Milligan on Decemner 22, 1981 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Nature's Variety, Inc. manufactures and distributes pet food products. The firm offers raw pet food and distributes it to Petco, PetSmart, and independent pet specialty retailers. The company was founded by Bob Milligan in 2002 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Travelpro Products, Inc. supplies luggage and travel accessories. It offers carry on and checked luggage, garment and under the seat bags, luggage totes, backpacks, travel duffel bags, and laptop bags. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Boca Raton, FL.