Howard Altman

The Pabst Brewing Co. produces beer and other malt beverages. Its brands include Old Milwaukee, Lone Star, Colt 45, Old Style and Schlitz Malt Liquor. Its portfolio includes iconic brands with deep ties to America’s heritage such as Pabst Blue Ribbon, Lone Star, Rainier, Ballantine IPA, Schlitz, Old Style, Stroh’s and Old Milwaukee. The company was founded in 1844 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Mumm et Perrier Jouet produces and distributes wine and champagne products. The company engages in the production and sale of grape wine products, which includes red, white and sparkling wines. Its brand names include Belle Epoque and Cordon Rouge. The company is headquartered in Epernay, France.

Nestl? Waters North America, Inc. produces and distributes a portfolio of bottled water and iced tea brands. It offers Acqua Panna, Arrowhead, Deer Park, Nestea, Ice Mountain, Nestle Pure Life, Nestle Splash, Ozarka, Perrier, Poland Spring, S. Pellegrino, Sanpellegrino Fruit Beverages, and Zephyrhills. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

Part of Saputo, Inc., Stella Foods, Inc. is a company that processes cheese. The company is based in White Hall, MD. Stella Foods was acquired by Saputo, Inc. from Specialty Foods Corp. on December 05, 1997 for $405 million.

Pinnacle Foods Corp. manufactures and markets food products. It products include canned pickles, peppers, and frozen meals. It distributes products through grocery wholesalers and distributors, grocery stores and supermarkets, and convenience stores. The company is headquartered in Cherry Hill, NJ.

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC operates as a producer, marketer, and distributor of shelf stable and frozen food products. Its products are sold through supermarkets, grocery wholesalers and distributors, mass merchandisers, convenience stores, warehouse clubs and military channels. The company was founded on June 19, 1998 and is headquartered in Parsippany, NJ.

Ghirardelli Chocolate Co. manufactures and markets chocolate products. Its products include chocolate bars, shakes, seasonal treats, baking chips, and cocoa powder. The company was founded by Domingo Ghirardelli in 1852 and is headquartered in San Leandro, CA

J.W. Childs Associates, Inc. operates as a private equity firm, which specializes in leveraged buyouts and recapitalizations. The company was founded on February 15, 1995 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Hostess Brands LLC operates as a food packaging company. It produces new and classic treats including Ding Dongs, Ho Hos, Donettes and Fruit Pies, Twinkies and CupCakes. The firm offers loaf breads, sandwiches and cookies. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Kansas, MO.

Part of Hostess Brands, Inc., Hostess Holdings LP functions as an investment holding company. The company is based in Kansas City, DE.

HRM Holdings LLC operates as a holding company. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, CT.

Bluetriton Brands Holdings, Inc. is an investment holding private company founded in 1987. The company is based in Stamford, CT.