J. Gregory Ambro

Gottschalks, Inc. is a regional department and specialty store chain based in Fresno, California. Its department stores offer a wide range of better to moderate brand-name and private-label merchandise, including men's, women's, juniors and children's apparel; cosmetics, shoes, fine jewelry and accessories; and home furnishings including China, housewares, domestics, small electric appliances and furniture and mattresses. The company was founded by Emil Gottschalk in 1904 and is headquartered in Fresno, CA.

Bradlees, Inc. owns and operates department stores. The company was founded by Isadore Berson, Morris Kouzon and Edward Kouzon in 1958 and is headquartered in Braintree, MA.

Part of Titan Cement International SA, Marshalls USA, Inc. sells children's and infants' clothing and accessories. Marshalls USA was acquired by Tarmac America LLC, part of Titan Cement International SA from August 28, 2000 on March 25, 1998 for $30.75 million.