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JELD-WEN history, profile and corporate video  Based in Klamath Falls, Oregon, Jeld-Wen makes wood, vinyl and aluminum windows and patio doors; wood and molded wood fiber interior doors; wood, steel and fiberglass exterior doors; and garage doors. Other areas of activity are real estate, resort operations, and wholesale distribution of building materials. The company, founded in 1960 as a small millwork plant with 15 employees, also operates numerous title insurance companies under the AmeriTitle name.” “JELD-WEN History JELD-WEN was founded by Richard ”Dick” Wendt, an entrepreneur at heart, who learned the art of managing a manufacturing company under the tutelage of his father,…

JE Dunn Construction Group history, profile and corporate video  JE Dunn Construction Group started in Kansas City, Missouri in 1924 as a family-run local contractor. Through a string of acquisitions, JE Dunn has expanded its offerings and reach around the country. JE Dunn projects consist of healthcare facilities, commercial offices, cultural and religious centers, data centers, hotels, educational buildings, correctional facilities, military and goverment properties, science and technology, and sports and entertainment facilities. JE Dunn construction also facilitates renovations and reuse projects and tenant finish build out.” “JE Dunn Construction Group History It’s difficult to encapsulate a legacy of over 85 years.  It…

International Data Group stands as a pioneering force in technology media, research, and events, building a global empire dedicated to connecting technology audiences worldwide. Founded during the early computing era, IDG transformed from a single market research firm into a multimedia conglomerate spanning publications, conferences, and analytical services. Operating across 97 countries, the company publishes 200 technology-focused magazines and newspapers while maintaining 460 specialized websites serving diverse tech audiences. IDG’s influence extends through its research division IDC, employing 1,000 analysts providing critical market intelligence to technology industry stakeholders. Through innovations like the IDG TechNetwork aggregating over 450 independent technology websites…

Iasis Healthcare profile and corporate video  In 1998, the investment firm of Joseph Littlejohn & Levy purchased ten hospitals from Tenet Healthcare and five hospitals from Paracelsus Health Corp and formed Iasis Healthcare. In 2004, private equity firm, Texas Pacific group acquired Iasis, and remains the single largest stockholder in the company. The firm’s for-profit hospitals are mid-range in size, with 100 to 250 beds. Iasis Healthcare owns and operates 18 general, acute-care hospitals; one behavioral hospital; and three ambulatory surgery centers in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Louisiana, Nevada, Texas and Utah.” “About Iasis Healthcare  Mission & Values We are highly motivated and…

Hensel Phelps Construction history, profile and corporate video  Hensel Phelps Construction is a general contractor with a range of projects including construction and renovation of commercial office, airport, distribution and industrial, correctional, public assembly, sports, health care, educational, institutional, residential, mixed use, retail, hospitality, mass transportation, entertainment, micro-electronics, research and development and laboratory facilities. Notable projects include renovation work on the Pentagon and the modernization and addition for the San Jose International Airport Terminal Area Improvement Program.” “Hensel Phelps Construction History Hensel Phelps was founded in Greeley, Colorado, in 1937 by Hensel Phelps. Operations were limited to home building and remodeling until 1948,…

Hearst Corporation history, profile and history video  Founded in 1887 by William Randolph Hearst, the Hearst Corporation has interests in magazines, newspapers, and business publishing, as well as newspaper comics, features syndication and Internet activities. Hearst also operates radio and television stations and produces television programs. The company is a partner in several cable ventures, including Lifetime, Arts & Entertainment, the History Channel, and ESPN.” “Hearst History Since March 4, 1887, Hearst has grown from a single newspaper into one of the world’s most admired private media and information companies with some 200 businesses in more than 150 countries. On March 4, 1887,…

HD Supply profile and corporate video  HD Supply was formed in 1997 as the professional services division of Home Depot. In 2007, Home Depot sold the company in an $8.5 billion deal to private equity firms Bain Capital, The Carlyle Group, and Clayton Dubilier & Rice. Through a diverse portfolio of industry-leading businesses, HD Supply provides a broad range of products and services to approximately 440,000 professional customers in the infrastructure, maintenance, repair and improvement, and specialty construction markets. It currently has 640 locations across 45 states and nine Canadian provinces.” “About HD Supply HD Supply is one of the largest…

Gordon Food Service history, profile and corporate video Gordon Food Service (GFS), founded in 1897 by Dutch immigrants to deliver butter and eggs on a horse-drawn carriage, has grown into one of North America’s largest family-owned and managed food service distributor. GFS is an international corporation offering Gordon Food and nationally branded specialty and exclusive products to customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. The company also operates over 160 Marketplace retail stores located in Michigan, Wisconsin, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Pennsylvania and Florida.” “Gordon Food Service History Over 115 years of fresh ideas Gordon Food Service started out as a butter-and-egg…

Gilbane history, profile and history video  Founded in 1873, the fifth-generation, family-owned Gilbane is one of the largest (sales) contractors, construction and real estate development companies in the U.S.. The company offers services ranging from site selection, financing, programming and construction through transition, planning and management. Some of Gilbane’ss best-known projects include the National World War II Memorial and the U. S. Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, D.C.” “Gilbane History Gilbane is one of the nation’s oldest design and build companies and is recognized as a leader in the industry. Founded in 1873 by William Gilbane and his brother Thomas as a family-run carpentry and…

Genesis HealthCare history, profile and corporate video  Created in 2003 via a spin-off from NeighborCare, Genesis HealthCare currently operates over 200 nursing centers and assisted living communities located in 13 states. In addition to short- and long-term care, the company offers Alzheimer’s care, orthopedic rehabilitation, ventilator care, dialysis care and assisted living services. Genesis’s rehabilitation services division provides contract therapy to health care providers in 20 states and the District of Columbia. In July of 2007, Formation Capital and JER Partners acquired the company and took it private.” “Genesis HealthCare History Genesis HealthCare was created in 2003 as a result of a spin-off…