Ben Kohn
Chief Executive Officer at PLBY GROUP, INC.
Net worth: 2 M $ as of 29/04/2024
Network origin in Ben Kohn first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
Playboy Enterprises, Inc.
 Playboy Enterprises, Inc. Publishing: Books/MagazinesConsumer Services Playboy Enterprises, Inc. operates as a media and lifestyle company. The firm publishes Playboy magazine for men that focus primarily on photography, entertainment, humor, and cartoons as well as articles on current issues and trends. The company was founded by Hugh Marston Hefner in 1953 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.
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| Subsidiary | Publishing: Books/Magazines | 19 |
| Public Company | Other Consumer Services | 18 | |
Angelo, Gordon & Co. LP
 Angelo, Gordon & Co. LP Investment ManagersFinance Angelo, Gordon & Co. LP (Angelo Gordon) is a SEC-registered investment advisor and hedge fund manager headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by Michael L. Gordon in 1988. They were acquired by TPG, Inc. (NASDAQ: TPG) in 2023. Angelo Gordon invests on behalf of pension funds, corporations, endowments, foundations, sovereign wealth funds and individuals.
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| Subsidiary | Investment Managers | 10 |
Rizvi Traverse Management LLC
 Rizvi Traverse Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Rizvi Traverse Management LLC (Rizvi Traverse Management) is a private equity firm founded in 2004 by Suhail Rizvi and John Giampetroni. The firm is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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| Private Company | Investment Managers | 9 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Ben Kohn via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
Claire's Stores, Inc.
 Claire's Stores, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Claire's Stores, Inc. engages in the retail of jewelry and accessories under the Claires and Icing brands. It operates through the North America and Europe segment. The company was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Pembroke Pines, FL. | Specialty Stores | Sales & Marketing | |
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
 Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP provides legal services. It offers services to labor, employment, entertainment and media law, toxic torts and other environmental services. The company was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| PEPSICO, INC. | Food: Specialty/Candy | Sales & Marketing | |
Victor Technologies Group, Inc.
 Victor Technologies Group, Inc. Industrial MachineryProducer Manufacturing Victor Technologies Group, Inc. is a designer, manufacturer and supplier of cutting, welding and gas control equipment used in various fabrication, construction and manufacturing operations around the world. Its products are used in a wide variety of applications and industries, where steel is cut and welded, including steel fabrication, manufacturing of transportation and mining equipment, many types of construction such as offshore oil and gas rigs, repair and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and facilities and shipbuilding. The firm designs, manufactures and sells products in categories that include gas equipment; plasma power supplies, torches and consumable parts; carbon arc gouging products; welding equipment; arc accessories, including torches, consumable parts and accessories; and filler metals and hardfacing alloys. The company markets its products under a portfolio of brands that includes Victor, Victor Thermal Dynamics, Victor Arcair, Victor Turbo Torch, Tweco, Thermal Arc, Stoody, Firepower and Cigweld. Victor Technologies Group was founded on August 8, 1987 and is headquartered in Chesterfield, MO. | Industrial Machinery | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Washington University in St. Louis | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| TN-K ENERGY GROUP INC. | Integrated Oil | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Highbridge Capital Management LLC
 Highbridge Capital Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Highbridge Capital Management LLC (HCM Highbridge is a registered investment advisor and global alternative investment firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1992 and is a subsidiary of JPMorgan Asset Management Holdings Inc., which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM). Highbridge manages capital for sophisticated investors, who include financial institutions, public and corporate pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and family offices. | Investment Managers | Portfolio Manager-Equities Portfolio Manager-Equities Portfolio Manager-Equities | |
| University of Notre Dame | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| EHEALTH, INC. | Life/Health Insurance | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Jefferies LLC
 Jefferies LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Jefferies LLC is a global investment bank and institutional securities firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1962 and is a subsidiary of Jefferies Group LLC, ultimately held by Jefferies Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: JEF). Jefferies provides corporate clients with research and execution services in equity, fixed income, and foreign exchange markets, as well as a full range of investment banking services such as underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and recapitalization, and other advisory services, with all businesses operating in the Americas, Europe and Asia. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Analyst-Equity | |
| The Trustees of Columbia University in The City of New York | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
William Morris Endeavor Entertainment LLC
 William Morris Endeavor Entertainment LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services William Morris Endeavor Entertainment LLC engages in the operation of a talent and literary agency that provides entertainment services. It offers books, comedy, culinary, digital, endorsements, motion picture, music, sports, speakers, television, theater, and voiceover. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA. | Internet Software/Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC
 Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (GS&Co.) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1927, the firm is a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). GS&Co. provides services to help hedge funds manage risk, monitor portfolios, maintain liquidity and build their businesses. They offer clients access to global equity and derivatives markets, as well as foreign exchange, commodities, European Lefts, rates and credit across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The firm proactively monitors capital markets, searching for pockets of liquidity and news that may require changes to those strategies. Integration with the Goldman Sachs network gives clients access to the firm's sectored block trades and their insights into price discovery. Their electronic trading program provides clients with tools to manage their trades from pre-trade analytics to post-trade analysis. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
University of Southern California
 University of Southern California Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Ernst & Young LLP (Missouri)
 Ernst & Young LLP (Missouri) Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Ernst & Young provides accounting services. Its services include auditing, accounting, tax and transaction services, assurance and advisory business, online transaction advisory and a wide range of financial services. The company was founded by Arthur Young and Alwin C. Ernst in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of California, Los Angeles | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| Emerson College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| Hofstra University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| Southwestern University | College/University | Graduate Degree | |
| University of Michigan | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
JibJab Media, Inc.
 JibJab Media, Inc. Commercial Printing/FormsCommercial Services JibJab Media, Inc. creates web animation products. The firm provides social expression content through satires, eCards and messages. The company was founded by Evan Spiridellis and Gregg Spiridellis in 1999 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. | Commercial Printing/Forms | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
Mackinac Partners LLC
 Mackinac Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Mackinac Partners LLC operates as financial restructuring, turnaround and M&A advisory firm. It offers turnaround & restructuring, strategic, operational, CRO & interim management services. The company was founded by James A. Weissenborn and is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, MI. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Los Angeles Sports Council
 Los Angeles Sports Council Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services The Los Angeles Sports Council is a non-profit organization that aims to unite and strengthen the sports community in the world. The non-profit company is based in Los Angeles, CA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The organization has a program called Ready, Set, Gold! which promotes healthy and active lifestyles to children in schools. The program is a public-private partnership between the Southern California Committee for the Olympic Games, The Foundation for Sports Development, and several public-school districts. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member | |
Claire's, Inc.
 Claire's, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Claire's, Inc. operates as a specialty retail store. The company was founded on March 19, 2007 and is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL. | Specialty Stores | Sales & Marketing | |
Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission
 Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission is a nonprofit organization that attracts and supports high-profile sports and entertainment events in Los Angeles, CA. The city is home to some of the most well-known sports franchises in the country, including the LA Lakers and LA Dodgers. The commission believes that these events can have a positive impact on the community, both economically and culturally. The non-profit company's website is LASEC.net. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member | |
| CENTRIC BRANDS INC. | Apparel/Footwear | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
| CHROMADEX CORPORATION | Pharmaceuticals: Other | Director/Board Member Public Communications Contact | |
| Pricewaterhousecoopers LLC | Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Kingsbrook Partners LP
 Kingsbrook Partners LP Investment ManagersFinance Kingsbrook Partners LP is an independent hedge fund management firm headquartered in New York City. It was founded by Adam J. Chill, Scott M. Wallace and Ari J. Storch in 2009. The firm provides investment advice to high net worth clients. | Investment Managers | Founder Founder Chief Executive Officer | |
| Kellogg School of Management | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| SUPER LEAGUE ENTERPRISE, INC. | Internet Software/Services | Director/Board Member | |
RT RLD Co-Invest LLC
 RT RLD Co-Invest LLC Financial ConglomeratesFinance RT RLD Co-Invest LLC provides financial services. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Birmingham, MI. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RT RLD Co-Invest II LLC
 RT RLD Co-Invest II LLC Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous RT RLD Co-Invest II LLC provides investment advice. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, MI. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RT CH Investment LLC
 RT CH Investment LLC Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous RT CH Investment LLC is a private equity fund. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, MI. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RT SC Special Opportunities II LLC
 RT SC Special Opportunities II LLC Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous RT SC Special Opportunities II LLC operates as a pooled investment fund. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, MI. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RT SC Special Opportunities LLC
 RT SC Special Opportunities LLC Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous RT SC Special Opportunities LLC operates as a private equity fund. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, MI. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
RT SC Special Opportunities (MG) LLC
 RT SC Special Opportunities (MG) LLC Financial ConglomeratesFinance RT SC Special Opportunities (MG) LLC operates as a pooled investment fund. The company is headquartered in Birmingham, MI. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Wfc La, Inc.
 Wfc La, Inc. Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Wfc La, Inc. is a company based in Los Angeles, CA. Wfc La, Inc. was founded by Julie Uhrman, Kara Nortman, Natalie Portman. | Movies/Entertainment | Founder | |
| POWERUP ACQUISITION CORP. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member | |
Claire's Holdings LLC
 Claire's Holdings LLC Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Claire's Holdings LLC offers various products including jewelry, fashion accessories, tech accessories, cosmetics and more. The company is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Sales & Marketing |
Statistics
International
| United States | 45 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 16 |
| Finance | 10 |
| Miscellaneous | 5 |
| Retail Trade | 4 |
| Commercial Services | 4 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 115 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 86 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 35 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 33 |
| Founder | 26 |
Most connected contacts
| Insiders | |
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| Scott Flanders | 21 |
| Suhail Rizvi | 21 |
| Joel Schwartz | 17 |
| Su Ying Liu | 15 |
| Christopher Riley | 15 |
| Juliana Hill | 13 |
| Kristin Patrick | 12 |
| Julie Uhrman | 12 |
| Kai-Shing Tao | 12 |
| Adam Robert Schwartz | 12 |
| John A. Giampetroni | 12 |
| Adam Chill | 11 |
| Christoph Pachler | 11 |
| Bradley G. Pattelli | 11 |
| Chris Hopkins | 10 |
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