Melanie Bruno-Carbone

El Pollo Loco, Inc. engages in the ownership and management of restaurant chains. It specializes in fire-grilling citrus-marinated chicken. The company was founded by Pancho Ochoa in 1975 and is headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA.

Applebee's International, Inc. develops franchises and operates restaurants. The firm provides food and beverage products which include traditional favorites and signature dishes. It also offers beer, wine, liquor, and specialty drinks. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Glendale, CA.

Part of BP Plc, ARCO Products Co. explores for and develops crude oil and natural gas. The company is based in Los Angeles, CA.

7-Eleven, Inc. engages in the operation and owning of convenience stores. Its products include sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings, and mini beef tacos. The company also offers beverages such as coffee and tea, cold pressed juices, beer and wine, energy shots and drinks, big gulp, and Slurpee. The company was founded by Joe C. Thompson Jr. in 1927 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Part of LifePoint Health, Inc., Skilled Care Pharmacy, Inc. operates long-term care pharmacies servicing primarily nursing facilities and assisted living facilities in Orange, CA. Skilled Care Pharmacy was acquired by Kindred Healthcare LLC, a SUB of LifePoint Health, Inc. from Skilled Healthcare LLC on March 31, 2005.

Rubio's Restaurants, Inc. owns and operates a chain restaurant. It offers tacos, burritos, bowls and salads, enchiladas, nachos, and quesadillas, sides, desserts, and drinks. It also caters event and corporate catering services. The company was founded by Ralph Rubio in 1983 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, CA.

Mr. Gatti's LP operates and franchises pizza restaurants. It offers pizzas, toppings, desserts, drinks, and sides. The firm also franchises its business. The company was founded by Patti Eure, Colonel Eure and James R. Eure in 1964 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.