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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.
Pinion is a business advisory provider, ‘U.S. Top 100 accounting firm, and global leader in food and agriculture consulting. With roots dating back to 1932, the firm has expanded upon traditional tax and accounting services to deliver increased value and growth for clients through its specialized advisory in the areas of sustainability, government affairs, farm programs, land/water management, financial management, succession planning, and business strategy – to name a few. Pinion provides insight and solutions for food and agriculture, biofuels, and manufacturing industries, as well as regionally-focused businesses. The firm serves domestic and international clientele from locations spanning the United States, Australia, and globally through partners and affiliates. Visit www.pinionglobal.com. *Attest services provided by KCoe Isom, LLP, a licensed CPA firm.
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.
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.