William W. Naylor

Rare Hospitality International, Inc. owns, operates and franchises restaurants. It offers offers menu items, including signature steaks, salmon, shrimp, chicken, ribs, pork chops, burgers, seafood, prime ribs, and wine. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

Doc Chey's Restaurants LLC owns and operates restaurants. It franchises Doc Chey's Asian Kitchen. The firm has operations in Atlanta, Asheville, and North Carolina operating under the Doc Chey's Noodle House banner featuring pan-Asian cuisine from China, Japan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Doc Chey's Restaurants was co-founded by Richard Chey and Brook Messina in 1997 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Women's Foodservice Forum engages in food services industry. It serves the operations, manufacturing, distribution, publishing and consulting industry. The company was founded by Monica Boyles, Elizabeth Brennan, Jenene Garey, Joyce Goldstein, Denise Gorsline, Marcia Harris, Patricia Harris, Laura Hayden, Florence Jaramillo, Edna Morris, Karen Settlemyer, Julia Stewart, Kathleen Talbert, Jo Linda Thompson and Jackie B. Trujillo in 1989 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Johnson & Wales University provides hands-on training programs and an 'upside down' curriculum that gives students experience early on with their chosen career (students take courses in their major during the first year). At the end of two years of study, students earn an associates degree and the opportunity to go on to earn a bachelor's degree

Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) is a public-private partnership serving as Florida's primary organization devoted to statewide economic development. EFI's mission is to diversify Florida's economy and create better paying jobs for its citizens by supporting, attracting and helping to create globally competitive businesses in innovative, high-growth industries. EFI accomplishes this mission by focusing on a wide range of industry sectors, including clean energy, life sciences, information technology, aviation/aerospace, homeland security/defense, financial/professional services and manufacturing. In collaboration with a statewide network of regional and local economic development organizations, EFI helps to improve Florida's business climate, ensuring the state's global competitiveness. Enterprise Florida is committed to assisting companies confidentially with their expansion and location plans. They provide site selection services, demographic information, incentive information, trade leads and much more. They also coordinate introductions to their network of economic development partners located throughout the state.

FOCUS Brands LLC operates and franchises ice cream shoppes, bakeries, restaurants, and cafes. Its brands include Carvel, Cinnabon, Schlotzsky's, Moe's Southwest Grill, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, and McAlister's Deli. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Sittercity, Inc. operates as an online marketplace for families and caregivers. It offers finding child care, babysitters, nannies, special needs care, and pet sitters. The company was founded by Genevieve Thiers in 2001 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Uno Restaurant Holdings Corp. owns and franchises restaurants. The firm supplies its products to airlines, movie theaters, hotels, airports, travel plazas, schools, and supermarkets with both frozen and refrigerated private-label foods. The company was founded by Aaron D. Spencer in 1943 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Frontier Cooperative is a private company based in Norway, IA. Frontier Co-Op specializes in providing natural spices and organic herbs from around the world. Customers can browse their selection of botanical products to find the perfect ingredients for their cooking needs. Frontier Cooperative was founded in 1976 and Tony Bedard has been the CEO of the company since January 01, 1991.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

Rich Products Corp. manufactures and supplies frozen food products. Its products include pizza, cake icing and sweet, desserts, culinary solutions. The company was founded by Robert E. Rich, Sr. in 1945 and is headquartered in Buffalo, NY.

Part of NCR Voyix Corp., Hauser Bragg Communications is a company that provides communications and advertising services. The company is based in Chicago, IL. Hauser Bragg Communications was acquired by Magnet Communications, Inc. on March 20, 2002.

McLane Foodservice Distribution, Inc. engages in the provision of food distribution services. The company was founded by Jerry L. Wordsworth in 1947 and is headquartered in Temple, TX.

Roark Capital Group, Inc. (Roark Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2001 by Neil K. Aronson. The firm is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

KINEXO Inc provides logistics and supply chain services. It offers services to the foodservice, retail, hospitality, and healthcare industries through freight management, redistribution, direct redistribution, network design and engineering. The company is headquartered in Rocky Mount, NC.

Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., McLane Foodservice, Inc. buys, sells, and delivers over 13 billion pounds of goods annually to more than 35,000 restaurant locations across the United States. The company is based in Carrollton, TX and is committed to community and sustainability. The company services chain restaurants in the quick-service, casual, and fine dining segments through a nationwide network. With a workforce of 9,000 employees, McLane Foodservice exports to 40 countries and offers logistics, technology, and promotions services to its customers. McLane Foodservice is a division of McLane Company, Inc., a supply chain leader in the foodservice industry.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Bain & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It offers advisory services to the companies on their critical issues and opportunities: strategy, marketing, organization, operations, technology and mergers and acquisitions, across all industries and geographies. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

NCH Corp. engages cleaning water, conserving energy, and delivering maintenance solutions. It offers biologicals, plumbing, lubrication, industrial institutional maintenance, specialty industrial supplies, and parts washing products. The company was founded by Milton P. Levy Sr. in 1919 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Carvel LLC provides retail ice cream franchise. The firm offers fresh made cakes, novelties and fountain ice cream products. Its menu include fresh scooped and soft serve ice cream, take-home novelty treats and premium ice cream cakes. The company was founded by Thomas A. Carvel in 1934 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

Mrs. Fields Famous Brands LLC manufactures yogurt, cookies and baked products. It operates through its brand Mrs. Fields and The country's Best Yogurt by providing baked and soft serve frozen yogurt smoothies, brownies, pretzels, muffins, and other baked goods. The company was founded in March 2004 and is headquartered in Broomfield, CO.

Part of InterContinental Hotels Group Plc, Bristol Hotel Co. is a travel agency that specializes in tours to Poland. With numerous travel itineraries, reliable support, and a passion for travel since 2003, Bristol Hotel is based in Dallas, TX. The company offers tailored Polish tours for independent travelers or groups, as well as escorted tours on guaranteed departure dates.

U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. owns and operates hotels. It franchises economy, mid-range and upper-end hotels in Argentina, Canada, Honduras, Israel, Mexico, the Philippines and the US. The company's brands include Microtel Inn & Suites, Hawthorn Suites and Best Inns & Best Suites. U.S. Franchise Systems was founded by Michael A. Leven in August, 1995 and is located in Atlanta, GA.

Cinnabon LLC owns and operates bakeries. It serves cinnamon rolls, as well as a variety of other baked goods and specialty beverages. The firm operates franchises in shopping malls, airports, train stations, and travel plazas. The company was founded on April 2, 1991 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Boston Restaurant Associates, Inc. owns and operates a chain of restaurants. It operates under the name Pizzeria Regina and a full service restaurant under the name Polcari's North End. The company was founded by George R. Chapdelaine, Edward P. Grace III, Lucille S. Salhany, Roger Lipton, John P. Polcari, Robert C. Taft, Anthony A. Buccieri, Hugh T. Devine, Fran V. Ross, and Robert S. Karam in 1926 and is headquartered in Woburn, MA.

Revolution Foods, Inc. offers healthy meals to both schools and stores. Its meals and snacks contain whole grains and fresh fruits and vegetables. The company was founded by Jonathan Klein, Kirsten Saenz Tobey and Kristin Groos Richmand in 2006 and is headquartered in Oakland, CA.

Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association, Inc. operates in the hospitality industry. The private company is based in Tallahassee, FL and has subsidiaries in the United States.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Red Lobster Seafood Co. LLC engages in the management of sea food restaurants. The company is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) is an American company that manages food, beverage, household, and personal care products for companies worldwide. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The company focuses on health and wellness, particularly reducing childhood obesity by being transparent with food labels and educating youth about their relationship with food. GMA Brands provides expert reviews on meal brands and comparison articles to help consumers make informed buying decisions. Geoff Freeman has been the CEO of the company since 2018.

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is a Chamber of Commerce based in Tallahassee, FL and has subsidiaries in United States. The CEO of the non-profit company is Mark Wilson.