| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Christy Harding |
VP, Human Resource Officer | Profile |
Tower International now AUTOKINITON! Autokiniton pursues strategic investments in respected Tier 1 automotive suppliers. Through innovative solutions and services, our subsidiaries advance the trends that define the automotive industry of today and tomorrow. In May 2018, Autokiniton was formed by KPS Capital Partners and George Thanopoulos (Autokiniton Chairman & CEO) to acquire L&W Group. L&W Group is a leading Tier 1 supplier in the automotive industry specializing in metal stampings, welded assemblies, and tubular products. In September of 2019, Autokiniton acquired Tower International, a leading Tier 1 manufacturer of structural metal automotive components and supplier of metal stampings, welded assemblies, frame structures, and chassis structures. This merger of L&W Group and Tower International has created the No. 2 Body-In-White and vehicle-frame supplier in North America, providing value-driven, sustainable automotive components and assembly solutions for our customers in the mobility industry. Our dedication to teamwork, speed, simplification, performance, and empowering our associates has made us a trusted partner to the worlds top automotive OEMs. Autokinitons legacy of operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service ensures that every project – no matter how challenging -- is in the best possible hands.
The New York Jets are a professional football team headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, representing the New York metropolitan area. It is a privately owned business with under 200 employees. Founded more than 50 years ago, the Jets franchise has defined itself as a trailblazer, trendsetter and leader in the regions sports landscape and across the NFL. Since Chairman and CEO Woody Johnson purchased the team in 2000, the team has undergone a major revitalization and rebranding, focused on winning both on and off the field. For Johnson, capturing the franchises second championship is priority #1. Under his ownership, the team has posted seven winning seasons, appeared in seven postseason games, including two AFC Championship Game appearances, and winning an AFC East division title in 2002. They have also made strides off the field with the opening of two state-of-the-art homes: the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center in 2008 and MetLife Stadium in 2010. Honored as one of NJ Bizs 2018 Best Places to Work in New Jersey. This award recognizes and honors New Jersey-based employers who show dedication to their employees professional growth and quality of life.
Bimeda is an Ireland-based company that develops, manufactures and markets veterinary and animal care products.
Flynn Group is the largest franchise operator in the United States, focusing on multi-brand restaurant and retail operations. Founded in 1999 by Greg Flynn, the company has expanded significantly from its beginnings as a single-market Applebee’s operator. It now manages a diverse portfolio that includes well-known brands such as Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Panera Bread, and Arby’s, with over 2,500 locations across the country. The company specializes in franchise management, acquiring and optimizing underperforming locations to enhance operational efficiency and drive sales growth. Flynn Groups acquisition strategy has led to substantial growth, including the recent addition of 45 Pizza Hut locations in 2025, bringing its total to over 1,000. With a people-first approach, Flynn Group emphasizes employee training and retention, ensuring consistent customer experiences across its various dining segments.