Mike Houston
Investor Relations Contact at MGP INGREDIENTS, INC.
Network origin in Mike Houston first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
Lambert Global LLC
 Lambert Global LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Lambert & Co. engages in providing strategic public relations counsel, including public affairs, digital, marketing and business consulting. It specializes in investor relations, communications strategy, crisis communications, public policy, media coaching, branding, interactive social media and strategy, and issues management. The company was founded by Jeffrey T. Lambert in 1998 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.
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| Holding Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 26 |
| Public Company | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | 18 | |
TiiCKER, Inc.
 TiiCKER, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services TiiCKER, Inc. is an American fintech company that was founded in 2020 by Jeffrey T. Lambert. The company is based in Seattle, WA. TiiCKER provides a web-based and mobile app software platform that offers verified stock perks and direct-to-shareholder marketing. The platform allows consumers and investors to engage with the brands they love by providing unique access to shareholder perks, commission-free trading, custom articles and content, and TiiCKER perks from its marketing partners. TiiCKER also creates and markets measurable shareholder loyalty programs for its brands and public company partners to help them engage and reward their consumers and verified owners to maximize shareholder lifetime value™. The company was named a top martech startup in 2023 by martech outlook and is a member of the 2023 cohort for the AWS (Amazon Web Services) fintech accelerator program.
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| Holding Company | Packaged Software | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Mike Houston via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Luxco, Inc.
 Luxco, Inc. Beverages: AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Luxco, Inc. produces and markets distilled beverages and liqueurs. It offers gin, rum, whisky, vodka, neutral spirits, and tequila. The firm sells its products under the brand names including Rebel Yell, Everclear, Exotico, El Mayor, Pearl, Arrow, Lady Bligh, and Salvador’s. The company was founded by Paul A. Lux and David Sherman Sr. in 1958 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO. | Beverages: Alcoholic | President Chief Executive Officer Sales & Marketing Sales & Marketing | |
| University of Kansas | College/University | Director/Board Member Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Missouri | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Atchison Amelia Earhart Foundation
 Atchison Amelia Earhart Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Atchison Amelia Earhart Foundation operates as a charitable organization. The non-profit company is based in Atchison. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| Webster University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| University of Michigan | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
National Investor Relations Institute
 National Investor Relations Institute Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services National Investor Relations Institute operates as an association of corporate officers and investor relations consultants responsible for communication among corporate management, shareholders, securities analysts and other financial community constituents. The company was founded by DeWitt C. Morrill in 1969 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
| Cray Medical Research Foundation | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
MGPI Processing, Inc.
 MGPI Processing, Inc. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables MGPI Processing, Inc. produces ingredients and distillery products. It develops and produces grain-based starches, proteins and food-grade alcohol products for the branded packaged goods industry. The company was founded by Late Cloud L. Cray in 1941 and is headquartered in Atchison, KS. | Food: Major Diversified | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Luxco Drinks Ltd.
 Luxco Drinks Ltd. Beverages: AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Founded in 2018, Luxco Drinks Ltd. is a British company that engages in the distilling, rectifying, and blending of spirits. Part of MGP Ingredients, Inc., the company is based in Leeds, UK. | Beverages: Alcoholic | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Beloit College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Connecticut | College/University | Masters Business Admin | |
IR Squared LLC
 IR Squared LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services IR Squared LLC is a private company that provides investor relations services, specializing in corporate strategy, brand building, marketing, crisis communications, and infrastructure. The company is based in Atlanta, GA. Bob Burton, the founder of IR Squared, has two decades of experience in investor relations and corporate communications, following eight years as a practicing journalist. The company's clients range in market capitalization from $300 million to over $12 billion. He has headed investor relations departments at five NYSE-listed companies with market capitalizations from $600 million to over $100 billion. His industry experience includes a focus in retailing, manufacturing, insurance, defense, energy, housing, telecommunications, and fiber optics businesses. He has direct experience in managing investor relations activities with regard to major corporate challenges such as repositioning corporate strategy, acquisition and divestiture, balance sheet recapitalization, shareholder proxy fights, and hostile tender offers. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| THE HOME DEPOT, INC. | Home Improvement Chains | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Michigan
 Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Michigan Life/Health InsuranceFinance Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Michigan, Inc. provides health insurance services. It offers and administers health care coverage, dental, vision and medicare supplement coverage, as well as workers' compensation insurance, health assessment and health care management services. The firm also delivers health care-related products and services. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI. | Life/Health Insurance | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
DP Fox Ventures LLC
 DP Fox Ventures LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance DP Fox Ventures LLC provides financial management, real estate development, and venture capital services. The private company is based in Grand Rapids, MI and has subsidiaries in the United States. Daniel G. DeVos has been the CEO of the company since 1993. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Public Communications Contact | |
D. Pagan Communications, Inc.
 D. Pagan Communications, Inc. Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services D. Pagan Communications, Inc. provides public relations, advertising, and marketing services worldwide. It offers consumer education, brand building and management, new product introductions, product placement, strategic positioning, and consumer and direct marketing services. The company was founded by Debra Pagan and is headquartered in Melville, NY. | Advertising/Marketing Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION | Electronics/Appliances | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation | Director/Board Member | ||
| Glimawest | Director/Board Member | ||
Grand Rapids Symphony
 Grand Rapids Symphony Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Grand Rapids Symphony operates as a music association. The company was founded in 1930 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
| The Lacks Cancer Center | Sales & Marketing | ||
FIG Partners LLC
 FIG Partners LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Founded in 2003, FIG Partners LLC is a broker/dealer specializing in mid- and small-cap bank and thrift stocks. They strive to generate superior returns for institutions and high net-worth individuals through integrated trading, sales and research. They are employee-owned. FIG Partners is a member of the NASD and the SIPC. They are located in Atlanta, Georgia. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Institutional Sales | |
| Zimmerman Edelson, Inc. | Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Young Presidents' Organization, Inc.
 Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. is a global leadership community of over 30,000 chief executives from 142 countries. The non-profit company is based in Irving, TX and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The company's mission is to help its members become better leaders and better people. The company was founded in 1950 by Ray Hickok, Khalid Mohamed Jassem Kanoo. Thayer Smith has been the CEO of the company since 2007. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| HORIZON GLOBAL CORPORATION | Electronic Equipment/Instruments | Investor Relations Contact | |
Public Relations Society of America
 Public Relations Society of America Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Public Relations Society of America operates as a professional organization. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
International Association of Business Communicators
 International Association of Business Communicators Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The International Association of Business Communicators operates as a vibrant membership association. The non-profit company is based in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Real Estate Investment Trusts
 Real Estate Investment Trusts Savings BanksFinance Real Estate Investment Trusts is an American company that specializes in savings institutions that are federally chartered. The private company is based in Washington. | Savings Banks | Director/Board Member | |
YMCA of the USA
 YMCA of the USA Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services YMCA of the USA is a non-profit organization which provides health and social services. The firm offers adventure guides, aquatics, arts, camping, child care, health and fitness, adults, scuba, and sports programs to communities and families in the United States. The company was founded by George Williams in 1844 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
| Economic Club of Grand Rapids | Director/Board Member | ||
RelayFund, Inc.
 RelayFund, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance RelayFund, Inc (ReldayFund) is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 The firm is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor | |
| Hofstra University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids
 YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Services to the Health IndustryHealth Services YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids provides youth programs to keep kids active, engaged and safe in the summer. It also offers physical and cardiovascular care, free seminars, blood pressure screenings, residential and day camping programs. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI. | Services to the Health Industry | Chairman | |
The Downtown Detroit Partnership
 The Downtown Detroit Partnership Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Downtown Detroit Partnership engages in developing, planning and placemaking decisions for the economic prosperity. It also work with key stakeholders in the public and private sectors on multiple programs and projects. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
| XTREME FIGHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS, INC. | Cable/Satellite TV | Director/Board Member | |
| XTREME ONE ENTERTAINMENT, INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Other | Chairman | |
Gannett Satellite Information Network LLC
 Gannett Satellite Information Network LLC Publishing: NewspapersConsumer Services Gannett Satellite Information Network LLC provides newspaper publishing services. The firm's newspaper offers information on sports, crime, political, financial, and movies. It also offers weekend supplement and a sports publication (USA TODAY Sports Weekly). The company was founded on September 15, 1982 by Allen H. Neuharth and is headquartered in McLean, VA. | Publishing: Newspapers | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Spring Arbor University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
The Detroit News, Inc.
 The Detroit News, Inc. Publishing: NewspapersConsumer Services The Detroit News, Inc. publishes a daily newspaper. It publishes sports, business, auto, entertainment news, and editorial. The company was founded by James E. Scripps in 1873 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI. | Publishing: Newspapers | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Embarq Corp.
 Embarq Corp. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Embarq Corp. provided telecommunication services. It offered local and long distance phone services, local voice and data services, internet services, satellite video services, data network services, voice and data communication equipment, managed network services, and payphone services. . The company was headquartered in Overland Park, KS. | Major Telecommunications | Chief Executive Officer | |
| Ball State University (Indiana) | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Errand Solutions LLC
 Errand Solutions LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Errand Solutions LLC provides customized services for corporate, health care and hospitality clients. The firm services enable organizations to offer various benefits that create results in employee attraction, retention, and productivity, as well as overall patient satisfaction. The company was founded by Marsha McVicker in 2000 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director of Finance/CFO | |
| KRAFT HEINZ | Food: Major Diversified | Director of Finance/CFO | |
Grant Thornton LLP
 Grant Thornton LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Grant Thornton LLP provides accounting, tax and business consulting services. It offers advisory, business consulting, business risk, enterprise technology and innovation, transaction services, data analytics, cyber risk, and data integrity services. The firm serves the construction, real estate and hospitality, consumer and industrial products, energy, financial services, health care and life sciences, not for profit organizations, private equity, public sector, and technology industries. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Comptroller/Controller/Auditor | |
Brunswick Boat Group
 Brunswick Boat Group Recreational ProductsConsumer Durables Brunswick Boat Group designs and manufactures boats. It makes Sea Ray, Bayliner, Maxum, Hatteras, Meridian, and Sealine pleasure boats from 16 to 100 feet and Baja boats from 20 to 44 feet. The company also makes Albemarle, Boston Whaler, Cabo, Laguna, Palmetto, Sea Boss, Sea Pro, and Trophy offshore fishing boats from 11 to 52 feet and Crestliner, HarrisKayot, Lowe, Lund, Princecraft, and Triton fishing, deck & pontoon boats from 10 to 35 feet. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Knoxville, TN. | Recreational Products | Director of Finance/CFO |
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International
| United States | 50 |
| United Kingdom | 2 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 14 |
| Commercial Services | 12 |
| Finance | 7 |
| Consumer Non-Durables | 5 |
| Retail Trade | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 72 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 71 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 26 |
| President | 13 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 12 |
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| Karen Seaberg | 28 |
| Kevin Rauckman | 24 |
| Tom Gerke | 20 |
| Jeffrey Lambert | 12 |
| Donn Lux | 10 |
| Michael Rodger Buttshaw | 9 |
| Neha Clark | 9 |
| Todd Siwak | 9 |
| Robert Burton | 8 |
| Don Hunt | 8 |
| Christi Cowdin | 7 |
| David Bratcher | 6 |
| Preet Michelson | 5 |
| Kathy Barks Hoffman | 5 |
| Steve Glaser | 5 |
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