| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Holly Fusci |
VP, Technology Management, CSM, CSPO | 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.
AirBoss of America Corp. is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced custom rubber compounds and finished rubber products. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, the company operates multiple facilities in Canada and the United States. Originally known as IATCO Industries Inc., AirBoss has grown from manufacturing segmented tires to providing innovative solutions in industrial rubber products, personal protective equipment (PPE), and survivability solutions. The company offers a diverse range of products across various industries. This includes rubber compounds for automotive, heavy industry, and construction, as well as PPE for military, law enforcement, and healthcare professionals. AirBoss also develops survivability solutions, such as rapid deployment negative pressure isolation shelters. With a focus on quality and innovation, AirBoss serves customers in automotive, healthcare, defense, and industrial sectors, ensuring safety and reliability in their products. The company operates through several subsidiaries, enhancing its capabilities in rubber compounding and defense-related solutions.
Ledgebrook is an InsurTech MGA on a mission to bring Specialty insurance into the modern era. Burdened with legacy technology and processes, the industry has not kept pace with the speed of innovation seen in other sectors. Positioned at the cutting edge of the next generation of InsurTech, Ledgebrook offers the best of both worlds: innovative world-class technology deployed by a leadership team armed with decades of insurance expertise. Our long-term vision is to become a diversified full stack Specialty re/insurer competing with legacy carriers in product lines & markets across the globe. To get there Ledgebrook will build our premium base by rolling out a new Specialty product every ~6 months until we prove enough traction to raise a balance sheet, become a full stack carrier and eventually compete in the reinsurance markets as well. Our initial product will be domestic primary and excess GL E&S policies sourced via wholesale brokers. At Ledgebrook everything we do is driven by our culture: Care, Strive, Thrive Together. To succeed in modernizing the industry, we must first succeed in changing the way we do business. Talent density is our north star—fewer, better people working together as one. To that end weve replaced all individual incentives with generous equity packages—we play as a team, we win as a team. Everyone benefits handsomely from Ledgebrooks success. Ledgebrook is a fully-remote US based company backed by top venture investors including Brand Foundry & American Family Ventures.
American Freight Furniture & Mattress is a discount retailer based in the U.S., specializing in furniture, mattresses, and home appliances. Founded in 1994 in Lima, Ohio, the company has expanded to over 370 locations nationwide and serves more than 5 million customers. It operates under a warehouse-style model that emphasizes affordability and quality, offering direct-to-consumer sales. The product range includes living room sets, bedroom furniture, dining room pieces, mattresses, and a variety of home appliances such as refrigerators and washers. American Freight also provides same-day delivery for in-stock items. The company targets budget-conscious shoppers, including families and first-time homeowners, and features products from trusted brands. With a focus on cost efficiency, American Freight combines new and reconditioned inventory to maintain low prices, making quality home goods accessible to a wide audience.
Unified Door & Hardware Group is a prominent distributor and service provider of commercial doors, hardware, and building specialties, located in Pennsauken, New Jersey. Established in 2013 from the merger of Commercial Hardware and TruFit, the company operates 31 locations nationwide and employs around 1,000 people, generating $92 million in revenue. In September 2024, it was acquired by Foundation Building Materials. The company offers a wide range of products and services across various construction divisions. This includes commercial doors and hardware, building specialties like bathroom partitions and fire protection, and access control systems. Unified Door & Hardware Group also provides custom fabrication, project management, professional engineering services, and installation for both new construction and aftermarket projects. They cater to diverse sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, government, and retail, working closely with contractors, developers, and building owners. Their extensive industry experience and commitment to personalized service set them apart in the market.