| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Alex Stokes |
IT & Security Director | Profile |
Hal Smith Restaurants is a restaurant management company based in Norman, Oklahoma, founded in 1992 by Hal Smith. The company operates over 80 locations across seven states, featuring a diverse range of dining options from casual to upscale. Annual sales approach $250 million, and the company emphasizes strong customer service and employee training. The company develops, manages, and franchises various restaurant concepts. Its portfolio includes full-service dining options like Charleston’s Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, and Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. It also features casual and themed concepts such as Ted’s Café Escondido, Louie’s Bar & Grill, The Garage, and Pub W. Hal Smith Restaurants has a history of franchising, having previously managed Outback Steakhouse and On The Border Mexican Cafe franchises. With a focus on community-centric locations, Hal Smith Restaurants continues to expand, including new openings like Neighborhood JA.M. in Oklahoma City planned for Spring 2025. The company is dedicated to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences for a wide range of customers.
Coach & Equipment Mfg. Corp is a manufacturer of mid-sized buses serving the paratransit industry. With roots dating back to the 1870s, Coach & Equipment has a long history of manufacturing excellence. We pride ourselves in building safe and reliable buses that are carefully engineered and manufactured at our plant in Penn Yan, New York. In an industry that is becoming increasing consolidated, our company remains family-run and passionate about providing outstanding customer care.
DGA Group is a global advisory firm that helps clients protect – and grow – what they have built in todays complex business environment. We understand the challenges and opportunities in an increasingly regulated and interconnected world. Leveraging the expertise and experience of our team at Albright Stonebridge Group, a leader in global strategy and commercial diplomacy, and a deep bench of communications, public affairs, government relations and business intelligence consultants, we help clients navigate and shape global policy, reputational and financial issues.
Blue Giant Equipment Corporation is a prominent global manufacturer and distributor of loading dock systems and material handling equipment, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1963 by Kurt Larsen, the company has celebrated over 60 years of innovation in the industry. Blue Giant began with mechanical dock levelers and hand pallet trucks, later expanding its offerings to include intelligent dock controls and air-powered loading dock equipment. The company provides a wide range of products, including loading dock systems, material handling equipment, HVLS fans, and ergonomic lift assist solutions. Their innovative Blue Genius Connect control panel enhances the management of loading dock operations. Blue Giant has received multiple awards for its products, including recognition in the Professional Door Dealer magazines "Best of Business Dealers Choice Poll" and a Bronze Award from Plant Engineering magazine. With a commitment to growth, Blue Giant relocated its headquarters in 2017 to a larger facility in Mississauga, Ontario, reflecting its dedication to expanding its capabilities in the material handling sector.