Jim Ferguson

Brookstone, Inc. develops and markets innovative gadgets and specialty items. It is an innovative product development and specialty lifestyle retail company that operates Brookstone branded stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. The company operates in three segments based on its distinct distribution channels and customer bases: Retail, eCommerce and Alternative Distribution. The Retail segment is comprised of all full-year stores in addition to all temporary stores and kiosks. The firm's retail product distribution is conducted primarily through the store locations. The eCommerce segment is comprised of the Brookstone catalog and products promoted via its internet website. The firm's eCommerce product distribution is primarily conducted through the company's customer care center and distribution center located in Mexico, Missouri and by its vendors. The Alternative Distribution segment is comprised of sales of its products to select resellers and corporate partners. The company was founded in 1965 by Pierre de Beaumont and Mary de Beaumont and is headquartered in Merrimack, NH.

Michaels Stores, Inc. owns and operates a chain of specialty retail stores. It provides arts, crafts, framing, floral, home décor and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself home decorator. The firm's crafting classes, in-store events, project sheets and displays, mobile applications and on-line videos; they offer a shopping experience that can inspire creativity and confidence in their customers' artistic abilities. The company was founded by Michael J. Dupey in 1983 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. retails premium pet food, supplies, services and companion animals. The firm specializes in pet services, dog food, dog supplies, dog products, dog beds, cat food, cat supplies, cat products, cat beds, fish tanks, fish supplies, small animal and reptile supplies. The company was founded by Walter Evans in 1965 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Toys "R" Us, Inc. engages in the distribution and retail of toys and baby products. The firm's products include Hello Kitty City Cruiser, Bugaboo Cameleon and Bugaboo Donkey Strollers, Buckyballs high-powered magnet sets and Hug and Tugs, Puppy and Monkey. It offers a selection of private label merchandise under names such as Babies "R" Us, Journey Girls, Imaginarium, Fast Lane, You and Me, Just Like Home, True Heroes, Totally Me!, Dream Dazzlers, and Fao Schwarz. The company was founded by Charles P. Lazarus in February 1948 and is headquartered in Wayne, NJ.

Mattress Holding Corp. owns and operates retail mattress stores. It sells conventional and specialty mattresses, bed frames, and other bedding accessories. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Brookstone Co., Inc. operates a gift store. It offers gift cards for special events and occasions. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Nashua, NH.

PIRCH, Inc. engages in retail of home products. It offers kitchen, bath, laundry, and outdoor living products. The firm operates showrooms in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Chicago. The company was founded by James M. Stuart and Jeffery R. Sears on July 16, 2007 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Leonard Green & Partners LP (Leonard Green & Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1989 by Leonard I. Green. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Mattress Firm, Inc. offers mattresses and related products. It offers a broad selection of both traditional and specialty mattresses, bedding accessories and related products. The firm markets its products under the brand name of Sealy, Serta, Stearns and Foster, Tempur-Pedic, and Simmons. The company was founded by Paul Stork, Harry Roberts, and Stephen G. Fendrich in 1986 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

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

Simmons Bedding Co. LLC manufactures and markets mattresses. The firm offers products under the brand names such as BackCare, Beautyrest, Deep Sleep, Natural Care, HealthSmart and Simmon. The company was founded by Zalmon G. Simmons in 1870 and is headquartered in Norcross, GA

Sony Electronics, Inc. manufactures consumer electronics products. Its products include televisions and home theater, projector, blu-ray and DVD players, head phones, audio systems, digital voice recorders, cameras, mobile tablets and smart devices. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Park Ridge, NJ.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society is a not-for-profit organization that provides advocacy, fund raising, clinical services, client programs and up-to-date information to individuals with multiple sclerosis, their families and healthcare providers. The company was founded in 1946 by Sylvia Lawry and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. publishes nonfiction books. It publishes books on subjects such as crafts, gardening, woodworking, health, and children's books. The company was founded by David Alfred Boehm in 1949 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Retail Council of Canada is a not-for-profit, industry-funded association that represents small, medium, and large retail businesses in every community across Canada. Additionally, Retail Council of Canada provides exclusive HR committees, events, and special reports that help retail HR professionals collaborate with peers to stay informed on emerging issues, recruiting, retention, training best practices, and upcoming legislated changes to employment laws. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The Canadian company represents more than 45,000 storefronts in all retail formats, including department, grocery, specialty, discount, independent retailers, and online merchants. Retail Council of Canada advocates for retail in Canada and works with all levels of government and other stakeholders to support growth. The company offers the latest retail industry research, best practices, consumer trends, and sales statistics. The CEO of the company is Diane J. Brisebois.

Bricz LLC is a company that aims to create a connected and sustainable world through simplified supply chains. The company is based in Atlanta, GA. Bricz was founded in 2013 by Ram Gopalakrishnan, who has been the CEO since 2013. The company focuses on optimizing middle mile logistics to drive revenue.

Loves Furniture, Inc. engages in the manufacture and retail of home furniture. The company was founded by Jeffrey B. Love in 2020 and is headquartered in Royal Oak, MI.

Serta Simmons Bedding LLC engages in the manufacture of bedding products. Its brands include Serta, Beautyrest, and Tomorrow Sleep. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Doraville, GA.