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Smoothie King is a global health-focused smoothie company founded in 1973 in Kenner, Louisiana. It pioneered the smoothie sales concept and has grown to become a leading brand in the industry. The company was acquired in 2012 by Wan Kim, who expanded its reach and offerings. Smoothie King operates over 1,000 locations worldwide, with its headquarters in Dallas, Texas. The company offers a diverse menu of smoothies made from non-GMO fruits and vegetables, catering to various nutritional goals such as weight management, energy boosts, and muscle recovery. In addition to smoothies, some locations provide sports beverages, energy bars, snacks, and vitamin supplements. Smoothie Kings mission is to promote health and wellness by delivering high-quality, nutritious products while emphasizing ingredient transparency.
Joshu is an insurance product development and distribution platform that helps insurance product owners configure, launch and update their products without coding. Designed for insurance professionals and packed with features accelerating product setup, Joshus portals and Underwriter Desk come out of the box and support the full lifecycle of a policy. Founded by technology experts experienced in selling insurance online, Joshu was purpose-built to give insurance professionals the tools they need to harness digital distribution and win new markets faster.
Tower International now AUTOKINITON! Autokiniton pursues strategic investments in respected Tier 1 automotive suppliers. Through innovative solutions and services, our subsidiaries advance the trends that define the automotive industry of today and tomorrow. In May 2018, Autokiniton was formed by KPS Capital Partners and George Thanopoulos (Autokiniton Chairman & CEO) to acquire L&W Group. L&W Group is a leading Tier 1 supplier in the automotive industry specializing in metal stampings, welded assemblies, and tubular products. In September of 2019, Autokiniton acquired Tower International, a leading Tier 1 manufacturer of structural metal automotive components and supplier of metal stampings, welded assemblies, frame structures, and chassis structures. This merger of L&W Group and Tower International has created the No. 2 Body-In-White and vehicle-frame supplier in North America, providing value-driven, sustainable automotive components and assembly solutions for our customers in the mobility industry. Our dedication to teamwork, speed, simplification, performance, and empowering our associates has made us a trusted partner to the worlds top automotive OEMs. Autokinitons legacy of operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service ensures that every project – no matter how challenging -- is in the best possible hands.
Koto Studio is a creative agency based in London, incorporated in 2014. The company specializes in bridging the gap between design education and professional practice, serving as a digital hub for brand education. They offer a collection of e-books and resources aimed at enhancing brand understanding and development. Koto Studio focuses on designing meaningful and scalable motion systems that enhance branding by guiding attention and building memory. The studio provides brand and digital work, collaborating with various companies, particularly in the gaming industry. They create comprehensive branding experiences that shape how audiences feel and engage with brands. Notable projects include a campaign for Microsoft celebrating its 50th anniversary, showcasing their ability to work with impactful clients across different sectors. Koto Studio is committed to innovation and social responsibility, reflecting awareness of broader social and environmental issues in their branding strategies.