Bruce C. Hall

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.

Wild Oats Markets, Inc. owns and operates a natural foods supermarket chain. The company was founded in July 1987 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Zany Brainy, Inc. is a specialty retailer of toys, games, books and multimedia products for kids. It sells products that entertain, educate and spark the imaginations of children up to 12 years of age. The company operated 188 stores in 34 states. The company was founded on August 19, 1991.

Ernst & Young LLP engages in the provision of accounting, assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services. It specializes in the actuarial, analytics and big data, cyber security, accounting compliance and reporting, center for board matters, international financial reporting standards, country tax advisory, global trade, tax accounting, and climate change and sustainability. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Galyans Trading Co., Inc. operates camera & photographic supply, apparel, footwear, outdoor and athletic equipment stores. The company was founded by Patrick W. Galyan and is located in Plainfield, IN.

Paper Source, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets paper products. It offers gifts, cards, gift wrap, wedding invitations, stationery, and crafts. The company was founded by James E. York and Susan Lindstrom in 1983 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Brentwood Associates (Brentwood Associates) is a private equity firm founded in 1984 by William M. Barnum and B. Kipling Hagopian. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Part of Macy's, Inc., R.H. Macy & Co., Inc. operates retail department stores. The company is based in New York, NY.

Array Marketing Group, Inc. designs and develops merchandising displays for retailers and brand manufacturers worldwide. It provides counter units, fixtures, floor stands, and open service presentations, as well as project management services. The company was founded by John D. Fielding and Bill Fielding in 1981 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Filson Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company with interest in manufacturing apparels. It operates through its subsidiary C. C. Filson Co. The company designs and manufactures apparel, accessories, and footwear. Filson Holdings was founded in 1897 by Clinton C. Filson and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

The Marshall Retail Group LLC operates as a retailer in the casino-resort and airport marketplace. Its brands include Aka, Bella Scarpa, Borgata & Co. Carina, Essentials, Flight Stop, Ciao and Brats. The company was founded by Art Marshall and Herb Rousso in 1955 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV.

Boston Proper, Inc. retails women's apparel and accessories. Its products include casual sportswear and dresses, activewear, travel separates, swimwear and outerwear along with coordinating accessories and footwear. The company is headquartered in Boca Raton, FL.

Allen Edmonds LLC manufactures and sells shoes, leather care goods, and other apparels. It offers men’s shoes and clothing which includes sport coats and vests, shirts, sweaters, jeans and pants, outerwear, ties and bow ties, and socks. The company was founded by Elbert W. Allen in 1922 and is headquartered in Port Washington, WI.

Founded by Ken Perkins in 2004, Retail Metrics LLC is a research firm headquartered in Swampscott, Massachusetts. The firm provides aggregated, mean level, monthly same store sales estimates for publicly traded U.S. retailers. They provide analysis and context to the monthly sales data based on economic developments, earnings and pre-announcement information, surprise factors and by identifying trends within segments of the retail industry.

Part of Penney OpCo LLC, Woodward & Lothrop Holdings, Inc. operates department stores. The company is based in Alexandria, VA. Woodward & Lothrop Holdings was acquired by Old COPPER Co., Inc. on August 30, 1995 for $684 million.

Part of Woodbridge Co. Ltd. /New/, First Call Corp. is a company that provides specialized information and publishing services and products. The company is based in Boston, MA. The company was founded by Jeffrey P. Parker.

Duane Reade Holdings, Inc. operates drug stores. It manages retail drug stores and provides prescription and non-prescription drugs, general merchandise, beverages, and other products. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

PetSmart Charities, Inc. creates and supports welfare programs for pets. It provides funding to local animal welfare organizations and shelters, helping them to provide spay and neuter services for dogs and cats, assist pets in disaster situations and find new homes for dogs, cats and small animals every year through PetSmart Charities' adoption centers. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

Citizens for Animal Protection, Inc. provides shelter, rescue and protection services for animals. Its services include pet adoption, pet facilitated therapy, spraying & neutering, pet care counseling, last and found services, and volunteer assistance. The company also provides humane education to help prevent cruelty to animals. Citizens for Animal Protection was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Houston, TX

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc. provides pet related products and services. Its products include cat and dog foods (Nutro, Hill's Pet Nutrition), collars, leashes, grooming products, toys and animal habitats. The firm also provides grooming, obedience training & vet services and sponsor pet adoption for cats and dogs with local animal welfare organizations. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquarters in San Diego, CA.

Babies "R" US operates retail stores. It offers products for newborns and infants, including cribs, furniture, car seats, strollers, formula, diapers, bedding, and toys. The company was founded in 1996 and is located in Wayne, NJ.

Plum PBC distributes natural and organic foods for babies, toddlers and kids. Its products include infant cereal, just fruit, veggies, second blends, super puffs, little cremes, training meals, bistro bowls, fiddlesticks, teensy fruits, mish mash, yogurt dippers, crunch ola, grammy sammy, mashups, shredz, yo drops, fruit straws and slam dunx. The company was founded by Neil Grimmer and Sheryl O'Loughlin in 2007 and is headquartered in Emeryville, CA.

The Parent Co. operates as a commerce, content, and new media company for growing families. The company provides eCommerce and eContent resources to help families plan, play, and grow. Its family of brands includes seven eCommerce sites, and three eContent and new media sites. The company operates KBtoys.com Web site that sells toys, video games, electronics, party goods, movies, videos, baby products, costumes and accessories; mytwinn.com Web site, which sells personalized dolls; and DreamtimeBaby.com Web site that sells toddler and maternity products, and baby products, such as strollers, car seats, high chairs, nursery furniture, bedding, feeding, and bathing items. It also offers high-end home furniture, bedding and wall decor, lighting, gifts, and home accessories through PoshLiving.com Web site. It has strategic retail relationships with stores, such as Amazon, Buy.com, Kmart, Macys, QVC, and Sears. The company was founded on May 10, 2004 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern teaches worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. The University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

National Retail Federation operates membership organizations. Its channels of distribution include department, specialty, discount, catalog, Internet and independent stores. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.