| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Juhl Erickson |
Chief Financial Officer | Profile |
POLYWOOD is a leader in the outdoor furniture industry, known for creating products from recycled plastic materials. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Syracuse, Indiana, the company was the first to introduce outdoor furniture made from recycled plastics. POLYWOOD has expanded its operations with a second production and shipping facility in North Carolina. The companys mission emphasizes sustainability, focusing on both the production process and the materials used. POLYWOODs products, including the iconic Adirondack chair available in over 60 styles, are designed for durability and low maintenance. They are resistant to splintering, cracking, and rotting, and the company offers a 20-year lumber warranty. POLYWOOD also maintains a zero-waste mindset, recycling 99% of its waste stream. With over 1,550 employees, POLYWOOD operates a large manufacturing campus in Indiana. The company continues to innovate and expand its product lines, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in the outdoor furniture sector.
Western States Equipment Company, known as Western States Cat, is a prominent heavy equipment dealer and service provider in the Northwest U.S. Established in 1933, the company has evolved from its origins in construction to specialize in equipment sales and service. It operates across a vast area of over 191,000 square miles, including Idaho, Eastern Washington, Oregon, Western Montana, and Wyoming, with 17 branches and 15 Cat® Rental Stores. The company offers a range of services, including the sale of new and used heavy equipment, short- and long-term rentals of various machinery, and comprehensive maintenance and repair services. They provide genuine Cat® parts and accessories, ensuring quick sourcing and delivery. Western States Cat serves commercial and industrial clients, focusing on construction, mining, and infrastructure development, and emphasizes personalized service and tailored financing solutions for its customers.
In 2015, an important group of investors alongside a group of experienced professionals in the Reinsurance industry, acquired a majority interest in MBI Americas. Now, XS Global, a well-known regional MGA and Coverholder at Lloyds. The groups footprint and ambitions now encompass the underwriting space, utilizing strong synergies that exist between the groups core business strategy. Our unique structure provides us opportunities to deploy targeted reinsurance capacity both directly to corporates and to retail brokers via expert and locally based underwriters. We are proud to say we invest in talent and our team has proven skills, excellent access, and a proven track record for underwriting profitable business in the Latin America region and beyond.
Catalina Material Handling supplies an array of industrial storage and material handling products. Over the past thirty years, we have been supplying racking and storage services across the United States and Canada. Ranging from multiple warehouse racking structures to catwalk systems, Catalina MH also provides custom order racking to fit any clients storage needs. We provide many storage solutions and racking systems which includes: pallet racks, push-back, drive-in, cantilever, carton flow, multi-level pick rack, shelving, and mezzanine systems to meet the unique designs of our clients. We also offer Seismic Engineering and Project Management Services, including automated designs and detailed plans for each system to match our clients warehouse measurements and ensure optimal storage space. We evaluate each project diligently, ensuring that customer satisfaction is achieved. Automation by Catalina Material Handling provides software and automation solutions that reduces human errors, lowers operation costs, improves warehouse productivity, eliminates safety risks, optimizes space, reduces processing time, and strengthens customer satisfaction. Check out www.automationbycatalina.com for more information.
Phoenix Flavors & Fragrances is a leading developer and manufacturer of customized flavors and fragrances, with over two decades of experience in the industry. The company is dedicated to delivering high-quality, artisanal products that help clients innovate and stay competitive. Phoenix collaborates closely with its customers to create bespoke solutions, ensuring that each product meets the highest standards of quality and performance. Based in New Jersey, Phoenix employs between 501 and 1000 people and has a strong regulatory team and advanced quality assurance laboratories. This enables the company to maintain compliance with industry regulations and adapt to changing consumer preferences. In 2022, Phoenix expanded its capabilities by acquiring Innovative Fragrances, enhancing its offerings in the home fragrance, personal care, candles, and air fresheners markets. The company serves a diverse range of brands across various sectors, including food, beverages, and personal care.