Network origin in Robert C. Wheeler first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
Payless Holdings LLC
 Payless Holdings LLC MiscellaneousMiscellaneous Payless Holdings LLC engages in the operation of retail shoe stores. It provides lifestyle, fashion and performance brands for footwear and related accessories. The firm's portfolio brands include Airwalk, Dexter, Champion and American Eagle. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Topeka, KS.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous | 30 |
Payless ShoeSource, Inc.
 Payless ShoeSource, Inc. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Payless ShoeSource, Inc. (Delaware) owns and operates footwear specialty retailer stores in the Western Hemisphere with 4,605 retail stores. The stores offer fashionable, private and branded label footwear and accessories for women, men and children in a self-selection shopping format. Their stores sell a broad assortment of footwear, including athletic, casual and dress shoes, sandals, work and fashion boots, slippers and accessories, such as handbags and hosiery. The company's retail stores in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Japan sold over 182 million pairs of footwear. The company is headquartered in Topeka, KS
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| Extinct | Apparel/Footwear Retail | 25 |
Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
 Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc. provides pet food products and pet care services. It offers products to the breeders, veterinarians, and pet supply retailers. The company was founded by Mark L. Morris in 1939 and is headquartered in Topeka, KS.
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| Subsidiary | Food: Specialty/Candy | 4 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Robert C. Wheeler via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Restaurants | Director/Board Member | |
| COLGATE-PALMOLIVE COMPANY | Household/Personal Care | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Dell, Inc.
 Dell, Inc. Computer Processing HardwareElectronic Technology Dell, Inc. engages in the manufacture of electronic devices. Its products include laptops, desktops, tablets, thin clients, printers, monitors, software, workstations and accessories. The company was founded by Michael Saul Dell on February 1, 1984 and is headquartered in Round Rock, TX. | Computer Processing Hardware | Sales & Marketing | |
| VIAD CORP | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| THE GAP, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
| NIKE, INC. | Apparel/Footwear | Corporate Officer/Principal Chairman | |
| PETSMART, INC. | Specialty Stores | Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Operating Officer | |
| WOLVERINE WORLD WIDE, INC. | Apparel/Footwear | Chief Operating Officer Chief Operating Officer | |
| AUTOZONE, INC. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member | |
| FBI WIND DOWN INC | Home Furnishings | Director/Board Member | |
| DOLLAR TREE, INC. | Discount Stores | Human Resources Officer Investor Relations Contact | |
| RALPH LAUREN CORPORATION | Apparel/Footwear | Director/Board Member | |
Saucony UK, Inc.
 Saucony UK, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Saucony UK, Inc. (formerly Saucony, Inc.) designs and manufactures athletic footwear for men and women. It also manufactures walking, racing and trail shoes for men and women of all ages. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquaretred in Peabody, MA. | Apparel/Footwear | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer | |
| QVC INC | Broadcasting | Chief Executive Officer | |
| CROCS, INC. | Apparel/Footwear | Director/Board Member | |
| QVC GROUP (LIBERTY INTERACTIVE CORPORATION) | Broadcasting | Chief Executive Officer | |
McKinsey & Co., Inc.
 McKinsey & Co., Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services McKinsey & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It specializes in design, marketing and sales, analytics, operations, transformation and restructuring, risk, strategy and corporate finance, and sustainability and resource productivity. The company was founded by James O. McKinsey in 1926 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Popular Club Plan
 Popular Club Plan Catalog/Specialty DistributionRetail Trade Part of BLST Acquisition Co., LLC, Popular Club Plan is an American company that sells general merchandise through catalogs. Popular Club Plan was acquired by Bluestem Brands, Inc., a subsidiary of BLST Acquisition Co., LLC from TPG Capital LLC on December 02, 1998. | Catalog/Specialty Distribution | Chief Executive Officer | |
Northwestern University
 Northwestern University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
The Ohio University
 The Ohio University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Central Hockey League operates a professional minor league hockey teams playing in small to medium-sized markets primarily in central and southwestern US states. The league, which was started in 1992, is managed and operated by WPHL, a subsidiary of Global Entertainment Corporation. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Wisconsin | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
University of Miami
 University of Miami Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services University of Miami (Florida) is a private research university with students from around the world that is focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. The university was founded in 1925 and it is headquartered in Coral Gables, FL. | College/University | Masters Business Admin | |
| Villanova University | College/University | Director/Board Member | |
Medical Management International, Inc.
 Medical Management International, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries Medical Management International, Inc. provides veterinary hospital care for cat, dog and other pet. It offers dental care, parasite control, behavior, vaccinations, health concerns and nutrition. The company was founded by Warren J. Weger in 1955 and is headquartered in Portland, OR. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
National Constitution Center
 National Constitution Center Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services National Constitution Center operates a platform for constitutional education and debate. The non-profit company is based in Philadelphia, PA. Jeffrey Rosen has been the CEO of the company since 2013. | Internet Software/Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
National Retail Federation, Inc.
 National Retail Federation, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services 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. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member | |
Cole Haan LLC
 Cole Haan LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Cole Haan LLC manufactures and distributes footwear, handbags, apparel, and accessories. Its products include sandals, pumps, ballet flats, wedges, drivers, loafers, backpacks and clutches. The company was founded by Trafton Cole and Eddie Haan in 1928 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Wholesale Distributors | Chief Executive Officer | |
Retail Industry Leaders Association
 Retail Industry Leaders Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Retail Industry Leaders Association operates a membership organization for retailers. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| State University of New York at Binghamton | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc.
 International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. Real Estate Investment TrustsFinance International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. serves the global retail real estate industry. Its programs include webinars, global awards program, exhibit, sponsorship and advertising, opportunities. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Real Estate Investment Trusts | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Young Presidents' Organization, Inc.
 Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. is a global leadership community of over 30,000 chief executives from 142 countries. The non-profit company is based in Irving, TX and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The company's mission is to help its members become better leaders and better people. The company was founded in 1950 by Ray Hickok, Khalid Mohamed Jassem Kanoo. Thayer Smith has been the CEO of the company since 2007. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
PetSmart Charities, Inc.
 PetSmart Charities, Inc. Agricultural Commodities/MillingProcess Industries 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. | Agricultural Commodities/Milling | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Collective Brands, Inc. /Private Group/
 Collective Brands, Inc. /Private Group/ Financial ConglomeratesFinance Collective Brands, Inc. is a private group led by Wolverine Worldwide, Blum Capital, and Golden Gate Capital. The private company is based in Kansas City. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| EXPRESS, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Chairman Chief Executive Officer | |
Cedar Fair Management, Inc.
 Cedar Fair Management, Inc. Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Cedar Fair Management, Inc. operates amusement and water parks. The private company is based in Sandusky, OH. Richard A. Zimmerman has been the CEO of the company since 2007. | Movies/Entertainment | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
Kimmel Center, Inc.
 Kimmel Center, Inc. Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. operates as a theatre. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Media Conglomerates | Director/Board Member | |
| Murjani International Ltd. | Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
World Vision, Inc.
 World Vision, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services World Vision Inc. is a non-profit organization, which engages in the operation of global Christian relief and development organization. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Federal Way, WA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director of Finance/CFO | |
| The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Masters Business Admin | |
Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America
 Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America operates as a footwear trade association. It serves the full supply chain of the footwear industry, providing research, design, and development; manufacturing and distribution; and retail selling services. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Washington, DC. | Wholesale Distributors | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
 Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation is a national fundraising movement that emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of 4-year-old Alexandra "Alex" Scott, who was fighting cancer and wanted to raise money to find cures for all children with cancer. The non-profit company is based in Wynnewood, PA and has subsidiaries in the United States. Today, the foundation is one of the leading funders of pediatric cancer research in the United States, having raised over $250 million so far, funding nearly 1,000 research projects and providing programs to families affected by childhood cancer. Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation works to change the lives of children with cancer through funding impactful research, raising awareness, supporting families, and empowering everyone to help cure childhood cancer. | Medical/Nursing Services | Director/Board Member | |
Pepe Jeans USA, Inc.
 Pepe Jeans USA, Inc. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Pepe Jeans USA, Inc. markets women and men jeans wear. It provides services through online retailing. The company is headquartered in New York City, NY. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | President | |
| Kellogg School of Management | College/University | Graduate Degree | |
CEO Action For Diversity & Inclusion
 CEO Action For Diversity & Inclusion Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CEO Action For Diversity & Inclusion is the CEO-driven business commitment to advance diversity and inclusion within the workplace. The company is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| PREVU, INC. | Apparel/Footwear Retail | Director of Finance/CFO |
Statistics
International
| United States | 50 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 16 |
| Retail Trade | 11 |
| Commercial Services | 8 |
| Consumer Non-Durables | 7 |
| Process Industries | 3 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 161 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 78 |
| President | 54 |
| Chairman | 53 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 45 |
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| Insiders | |
|---|---|
| Matthew Rubel | 38 |
| David Olivet | 26 |
| Mylle Mangum | 25 |
| John F. McGovern | 23 |
| Kenneth Hicks | 21 |
| Richard Markee | 19 |
| Michael George | 16 |
| Robert Moran | 16 |
| Matthew Ouimet | 15 |
| Daniel Boggan | 15 |
| Steve G. Marton | 14 |
| Michael A. Weiss | 14 |
| Walter George | 11 |
| Suzan Harrison | 11 |
| Judith K. Hofer | 10 |
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