| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Konrad Meyer |
chief financial 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.
Nobu, the world-renowned Japanese restaurant recognized for pioneering a new-style Japanese cuisine, started as a business partnership in 1994 between Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and his partners, Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro, producer Meir Teper, and restaurateur Drew Nieporent. Originating in New York as the flagship restaurant, the Nobu brand is now an empire that spans five continents with over 40 restaurants and growing. Following the success of the restaurants, Nobu Hospitality opened the first Nobu Hotel in 2013 in Las Vegas and today has 13 hotels open with several more in development.
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.
P/Kaufmann is a prominent textile company founded in New York City in 1957. It is recognized as one of the largest producers of decorative and woven fabrics, primarily serving the home and hospitality markets. The company has a strong reputation for design excellence and quality, with a diverse range of products that include rich solids, contemporary geometrics, florals, and exotic ikats. Their fabrics are suitable for upholstery, drapery, and various home décor applications. The company operates multiple divisions, including Braemore, which focuses on upscale designs, and Folia, which offers licensed fabrics and wallcoverings for Ralph Lauren Home. P/Kaufmann Contract caters specifically to the hospitality sector, providing a refined identity and marketing system for the design trade. They also offer innovative tools, such as an online color picker, to assist designers in matching fabric swatches. P/Kaufmann serves a global clientele, including interior designers and hospitality businesses, delivering high-quality decorative textiles and comprehensive support services.