Steven C. Hardek
Founder at New Jersey Chapter
Profile
Prior to founding Verax Capital Partners in 2006, Mr. Hardek developed substantial experience with middle market companies as a partner in an alternative investment fund as well as during his tenure in investment banking and corporate finance.
From 2001-2006, he was a partner at the alternative investment fund of W.R.
Huff Asset Management Co., L.L.C., which is a multi-billion dollar investment advisor.
In his role, he was responsible for deal generation, closing transactions, and portfolio monitoring.
From 1997-2001, he was a vice president at Duff & Phelps Securities LLC which was a middle-market investment bank focused on mergers & acquisitions and private placements.
From 1995-1997, Mr. Hardek was a financial analyst for Chemical/ Chase Securities Inc.'s Global Investment Banking Division where he structured and syndicated senior debt and high yield securities for private equity firms regarding their middle market leveraged buyouts.
From 1993-1995, he was with Bank of America in their income collections group focusing on client management and foreign exchange.
He served on the Board of Directors of The Wisconsin Cheese Group, Inc. and currently serves on the Board of Directors of Prime Energy Services.
He also serves on the Board of Directors and is a founding member of the New Jersey Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth, a global organization focused on networking among middle-market professionals.
In 1999, Mr. Hardek founded the 1899 Foundation which is a 501 c(3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping underprivileged students pursue higher education.
Since its inception, the 1899 Foundation raised in excess of $200,000 and awarded scholarships to 110 students in the New Jersey and New York area.
Mr. Hardek received his BS degree Minor from the Rutgers University School of Business and his MBA from Columbia Business School.
Steven C. Hardek active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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New Jersey Chapter | Founder | 2011-03-24 |
Zoomessence, Inc.
Zoomessence, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Zoomessence, Inc. specializes in creating unique aroma and taste experiences using sustainable and eco-friendly flavor encapsulation technology. The American company's approach uses up to 50% less water and energy to encapsulate flavors, resulting in a better-tasting solution. The private company's vision is to empower brands with a distinct taste and aroma identity, creating lasting sensory connections with their consumers. | President | 2014-10-31 |
Former positions of Steven C. Hardek
Companies | Position | End |
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Verax Capital LLC
Verax Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Verax Capital LLC (Verax Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2006 by Don R. Kelley, Eric S. Koza and Steven C. Hardek. The firm is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. | Founder | 2008-12-30 |
WRH Partners Global Securities LP
WRH Partners Global Securities LP Investment ManagersFinance Founded in 1998 by William R. Huff, WRH Partners Global Securities LP is a hedge fund manager and private equity firm with offices n Morristown, New Jersey and Stuart, Florida. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Kroll LLC
Kroll LLC Investment ManagersFinance Kroll LLC provides global advisory services. It offers valuation advisory; governance, risk, investigation, and disputes; kroll cyber risk, corporates finance, and compliance and regulatory consulting. The company was founded by William Duff and George Phelps in 1932 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Corporate Officer/Principal | 2001-12-30 |
Duff & Phelps Securities Co. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
MERRILL LYNCH PREFERRED CAPITAL TRUST I | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Training of Steven C. Hardek
Rutgers State University of New Jersey | Undergraduate Degree |
The Trustees of Columbia University in The City of New York | Masters Business Admin |
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MERRILL LYNCH PREFERRED CAPITAL TRUST I | Finance |
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WRH Partners Global Securities LP
WRH Partners Global Securities LP Investment ManagersFinance Founded in 1998 by William R. Huff, WRH Partners Global Securities LP is a hedge fund manager and private equity firm with offices n Morristown, New Jersey and Stuart, Florida. | Finance |
Duff & Phelps Securities Co. | Finance |
Chase Securities, Inc. | Finance |
Sabrosura Foods LLC
Sabrosura Foods LLC Food: Meat/Fish/DairyConsumer Non-Durables Wisconsin Cheese Group LLC produces domestic and imported specialty cheeses. Its products include La Morenita, El Viajero, and Reynaldo's. The company was founded by Henry J. Zwicky in 1985 and is headquartered in Monroe, WI. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Prime Energy, Inc.
Prime Energy, Inc. Real Estate DevelopmentFinance Prime Energy, Inc. provides industrial, commercial and institutional marketplace with energy efficient solutions. Its services include chilled water plant optimization, low delta T syndrome, temperature & humidity control, boiler replacement & alternatives and indoor air quality/ventilation. The company is headquartered in Naperville, IL. | Finance |
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Verax Capital LLC
Verax Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Verax Capital LLC (Verax Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2006 by Don R. Kelley, Eric S. Koza and Steven C. Hardek. The firm is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. | Finance |
Zoomessence, Inc.
Zoomessence, Inc. Food: Specialty/CandyConsumer Non-Durables Zoomessence, Inc. specializes in creating unique aroma and taste experiences using sustainable and eco-friendly flavor encapsulation technology. The American company's approach uses up to 50% less water and energy to encapsulate flavors, resulting in a better-tasting solution. The private company's vision is to empower brands with a distinct taste and aroma identity, creating lasting sensory connections with their consumers. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Kroll LLC
Kroll LLC Investment ManagersFinance Kroll LLC provides global advisory services. It offers valuation advisory; governance, risk, investigation, and disputes; kroll cyber risk, corporates finance, and compliance and regulatory consulting. The company was founded by William Duff and George Phelps in 1932 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Finance |
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