Rob Gifford

Wendy's International LLC operates and franchises restaurants. It offers hamburger sandwiches, featuring filet of chicken breast sandwiches, chicken nuggets, French fries, baked potatoes, freshly prepared salads, soft drinks and frosty desserts. The company was founded by David R. Thomas on November 15, 1969 and is headquartered in Dublin, OH.

Planet Hollywood International, Inc. own and operates hotels, resorts, casinos, and restaurants. It provides gaming, live entertainment, dining, and shopping services. It offers group event services, including breakfast meetings, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, networking events, product launches, restaurant buyouts, themed events, wedding receptions, and beverage packages. The company was founded by Robert Earl in 1991 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

McLane Foodservice Distribution, Inc. engages in the provision of food distribution services. The company was founded by Jerry L. Wordsworth in 1947 and is headquartered in Temple, TX.

The Culinary Institute of America refines the world of gourmet chefs. It offers bachelor's and associate degrees in culinary arts and management, as well as continuing education, conferences, travel programs, and e-learning.

White Mountains Capital, Inc. provides property and casualty insurance services. The company is headquartered in Hanover, NH.

Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) is a public-private partnership serving as Florida's primary organization devoted to statewide economic development. EFI's mission is to diversify Florida's economy and create better paying jobs for its citizens by supporting, attracting and helping to create globally competitive businesses in innovative, high-growth industries. EFI accomplishes this mission by focusing on a wide range of industry sectors, including clean energy, life sciences, information technology, aviation/aerospace, homeland security/defense, financial/professional services and manufacturing. In collaboration with a statewide network of regional and local economic development organizations, EFI helps to improve Florida's business climate, ensuring the state's global competitiveness. Enterprise Florida is committed to assisting companies confidentially with their expansion and location plans. They provide site selection services, demographic information, incentive information, trade leads and much more. They also coordinate introductions to their network of economic development partners located throughout the state.

The Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc. provides information technology services. It offers cloud, mobility, security, tech convergence, and managed services. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, IL.

Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) is an American company that manages food, beverage, household, and personal care products for companies worldwide. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The company focuses on health and wellness, particularly reducing childhood obesity by being transparent with food labels and educating youth about their relationship with food. GMA Brands provides expert reviews on meal brands and comparison articles to help consumers make informed buying decisions. Geoff Freeman has been the CEO of the company since 2018.

First Watch Restaurants, Inc. operates a chain of daytime-only restaurants. It specializes in made-to-order breakfast, brunch and lunch. The firm offers traditional favorites, such as omelets, pancakes, sandwiches and salads, and unique specialty items like the fan-favorite Chickichanga and Fresh Fruit Crepes. The company was founded by John Sullivan and Kenneth L. Pendery Jr. in 1983 and is headquartered in University Park, FL.

The Florida Chamber of Commerce is a Chamber of Commerce based in Tallahassee, FL and has subsidiaries in United States. The CEO of the non-profit company is Mark Wilson.

Women's Foodservice Forum engages in food services industry. It serves the operations, manufacturing, distribution, publishing and consulting industry. The company was founded by Monica Boyles, Elizabeth Brennan, Jenene Garey, Joyce Goldstein, Denise Gorsline, Marcia Harris, Patricia Harris, Laura Hayden, Florence Jaramillo, Edna Morris, Karen Settlemyer, Julia Stewart, Kathleen Talbert, Jo Linda Thompson and Jackie B. Trujillo in 1989 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

International Franchise Association is a non-profit organization, which represents and protects the interests of the franchise community. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Colorado Restaurant Association operates as a trade organization for the foodservice industry. The firm educates and promotes an industry including eating and drinking establishments. The company was founded by Albert McVittie on September 27, 1933 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Part of McDonald's Corp., McDonald's USA LLC is a fast food chain that serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. The company is based in Chicago, IL. Ninety-five percent of McDonald's approximately 13,500 restaurants are owned and operated by independent business owners. McDonalds.com is the hub for everything McDonald's, where customers can find out more about their menu items and promotions. Founded in 2004, McDonald's USA continues to provide quality food and service to its customers.

YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc. is a non profit organization that offers programs serving the needs of the community and individuals. It is an association of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The company was founded in 1858 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The Louisiana Restaurant Association operates bars and restaurants for members. The firm engages in foodservice and hospitality industry. The firm offers ServSafe foodservice manager, ServSafe alcohol, ServSafe food handler and ServSafe allergens. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Metairie, LA.

Doherty Enterprises, Inc. operates restaurant chains. It has several restaurants concepts including: Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar, Panera Bread, Chevys Fresh Mex, Carino’s Italian Grill, and their own concept & The Shannon Rose Irish Pub. The company was founded by Edward W. Doherty in 1985 and is headquartered in Allendale, NJ.

Freddy's Frozen Custard LLC operates chain of restaurants. The firm engages in the operation and management of restaurants. Its products include custards, steak burgers, hamburgers, sandwiches, hotdogs, sundaes, cones, and fries. The firm also offers franchising services. The company was founded by Scott Redler and William A. Simon, Randy Simon and Freddy Simon in 2002 and is headquartered in Wichita, KS.

Baldwin Risk Partners LLC operates as a holding company with interest in providing investments into insurance and risk management assets. It offers asset and income protection, commercial risk management, employee benefit consulting, personal insurance, and private risk management. The company was founded by L. Lowry Baldwin, Elizabeth H. Krystyn and Laura R. Sherman in 2012 and is headquartered in Tampa, FL.

KINEXO Inc provides logistics and supply chain services. It offers services to the foodservice, retail, hospitality, and healthcare industries through freight management, redistribution, direct redistribution, network design and engineering. The company is headquartered in Rocky Mount, NC.

Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., McLane Foodservice, Inc. buys, sells, and delivers over 13 billion pounds of goods annually to more than 35,000 restaurant locations across the United States. The company is based in Carrollton, TX and is committed to community and sustainability. The company services chain restaurants in the quick-service, casual, and fine dining segments through a nationwide network. With a workforce of 9,000 employees, McLane Foodservice exports to 40 countries and offers logistics, technology, and promotions services to its customers. McLane Foodservice is a division of McLane Company, Inc., a supply chain leader in the foodservice industry.