Carol Meyrowitz

Staples, Inc. engages in provision of workspace supplies. Its products include document printing, business cards, marketing materials, and envelopes and stationery. It also offers print and marketing services, online notary services, and technology services. The company was founded by Thomas G. Stemberg in 1985 and is headquartered in Framingham, MA.

Amscan Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company with interest in the distribution of party goods. It caters paper and plastic tableware, metallic and latex balloons, accessories, novelties, costumes, other garments, gifts and stationery sectors. The company is headquartered in Elmsford, NY.

The Yankee Candle Co., Inc. manufactures and retails scented candles. Its products include candles, wax melts, candle accessories, flameless fragrance, car and small spaces, gifts and gift cards, personalized candles and fragrances. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in South Deerfield, MA.

Party City Holdings Inc. engages in the supply of party goods. It offers costumes, accessories, and decorations. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Elmsford, NY.

NewStore, Inc. provides software services. The firm provides mobile retail platform that boosts conversion, promotes engagement, unifies online and offline, and modernizes fulfillment. Its solutions include conversion, omni channel, fulfillment, and loyalty. The company was founded by Stephan Schambach in 2015 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Berkshire Partners LLC (Berkshire Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Berkshire Partners Holdings LLC founded in 1986 by Christopher Clifford, Carl Ferenbach, Russel L. Epker, Brad Bloom and Richard Lubin. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

T.J. Maxx, Inc. sells brand name and designer apparel for women, men, and children. The firm's products include handbags, luggage, giftware, shoes, jewelry and educational toys, and books. The company was founded by Bernard Cammarata in 1976 and is headquartered in Framingham, MA.

Part of The TJX Cos., Inc., The Marmaxx Group is a retailer of apparel and home fashions. The private company is based in Framingham, MA.