William Sweedler
Director/Board Member chez DESIGN WITHIN REACH, INC.
Profil
Mr. William Sweedler is presently Co-Founder and General Partner of Tengram Capital Partners, a consumer private equity firm formed to invest in the consumer and retail sectors.
He was formerly Chief Executive Officer of Windsong Brands, a diversified brand development and investment company that specialized in the acquisition, growth, licensing, and comprehensive management of consumer branded intellectual property and businesses.
Mr. Sweedler has over 25 years of experience in the consumer sector as an operator and strategic investor.
Mr. William Sweedler has served as a director to various public entities and is currently Chairman of Sequential Brands Group (NASDAQ:SQBG) and Centric Brands (NASDAQ:CTRC).
He also holds director positions for a number of Tengram's health, wellness, beauty and fashion investments.
Prior to founding Windsong Brands, he was president & CEO of Joe Boxer, a wholly owned division of the Iconix Brand Group (NASDAQ: ICON) of which he was also Executive Vice President and Director.
Iconix owns a diversified portfolio of highly recognized consumer brands that are licensed to leading retailers around the world and represent in excess of ten billion at retail annually.
Prior to Mr. Sweedler joining Iconix Brand Group, he was a founder of Windsong Allegiance Group, a diverse apparel marketer and brand manager.
At Windsong Allegiance Group, he recognized an emerging industry trend that brought brands directly in partnership with retailers in the form of direct retail licensing agreements.
While CEO, he led the acquisition, restructuring, and sale of the Joe Boxer, Hathaway, and various other branded companies at Windsong Allegiance Group.
He has been lauded for his success and has received an award from the M&A Advisor by awarding JOE BOXER the 2005 middle market consumer products deal of the year.
He graduated from Babson College with a BS in Finance
Postes actifs de William Sweedler
Sociétés | Poste | Début |
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DESIGN WITHIN REACH, INC. | Director/Board Member | 21/08/2009 |
Robert Graham Designs LLC
Robert Graham Designs LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Robert Graham Designs LLC is a luxury clothing brand that offers men's and women's clothing, including a branded collection of men's socks. The company is based in New York, NY and was founded in 2001 by Robert Stock. The company aims to provide wearable art that promises unparalleled craftsmanship, luxury, and original style. | Chairman | - |
NEST Fragrances LLC
NEST Fragrances LLC Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables NEST Fragrances LLC designs and manufactures home fragrance and personal care products. It provides scented candles, diffusers, room sprays, soaps and lotions and other essentials for body, rooms and environments. The firm's clients include companies in the fashion, beauty, retail and home fragrance industries. The company was founded by Laura Slatkin in 2005 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Director/Board Member | - |
Laura Geller Beauty LLC
Laura Geller Beauty LLC Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Laura Geller Beauty LLC develops color cosmetics. Its products include lipsticks, creams, liners, eye spackle hues, waterproof lip glosses and baked mono blushes. The company was founded by Laura Geller in 1993 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Director/Board Member | - |
Tcp Wr Acquisition LLC | Director/Board Member | 01/02/2012 |
Falchi Holdings LLC
Falchi Holdings LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Falchi Holdings LLC operates as a holding company with interests in manufacturing apparel products. It designs, produces and sells handbags, belts, jewelry, shoes and ready-to-wear apparel. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Chairman | - |
Z Operating LLC
Z Operating LLC Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Z Operating LLC provides professional clothing for men. It specializes in sartorial trousers. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Director/Board Member | - |
Tommie Copper, Inc.
Tommie Copper, Inc. TextilesProcess Industries Tommie Copper, Inc. operates copper-rich apparel and accessories brand. It offers compression sleeves, tops, bottoms, compression socks and gloves for men and women. The firm also sells its products through online. The company was founded by Thomas Kallish in 2010 and is headquartered in Mount Kisco, NY. | Director/Board Member | - |
Barber Skip Racing School LLC
Barber Skip Racing School LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Barber Skip Racing School LLC operates fully integrated system of racing schools, driving schools, racing championships, corporate events, and special projects across North America. It offers racing and driving program, group events, and equipment. The company was founded by John Barber III in 1975 and is headquartered in Braselton, GA. | Director/Board Member | - |
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Formation de William Sweedler
Babson College | Undergraduate Degree |
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Entreprises liées au 1er degré
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Sociétés liées
Sociétés cotées | 2 |
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RALPH LAUREN CORPORATION | Consumer Non-Durables |
TALON INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Producer Manufacturing |
Entreprise privées | 32 |
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Iconix Brand Group, Inc.
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Iconix Brand Group, Inc. engages in the ownership, licensing, management, and marketing of a portfolio of consumer brands. Its brands include Candie’s, Mudd, Danskin, Mossimo, Joe Boxer, London Fog, Rampage, Ocean Pacific, Bongo, MG Icon, Rocawear, Starter, Zoo York, Ecko Unltd, Marc Ecko Cut & Sew, Artful Dodger, Umbro, Lee Cooper, and Hydraulic. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Tag-It Pacific, Inc. | Distribution Services |
SQBG, Inc.
SQBG, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services SQBG, Inc. engages in licensing and brand management of apparel and accessories. The company is headquartered in New York, NY. | Distribution Services |
Design Within Reach, Inc.
Design Within Reach, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Design Within Reach, Inc. provides modern design furnishings and accessories. It markets and sells its products to both residential and commercial customers through integrated sales channels, consisting of phone, studios and website. The firm also offers chairs, tables, workspace, outdoor furniture, and lighting, floor coverings, beds, upholstery, accessories, and children's furniture. The company was founded by Robert J. Forbes in November 1998 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT. | Retail Trade |
Tommie Copper, Inc.
Tommie Copper, Inc. TextilesProcess Industries Tommie Copper, Inc. operates copper-rich apparel and accessories brand. It offers compression sleeves, tops, bottoms, compression socks and gloves for men and women. The firm also sells its products through online. The company was founded by Thomas Kallish in 2010 and is headquartered in Mount Kisco, NY. | Process Industries |
Tcp Wr Acquisition LLC | |
Bank of Westport | Finance |
Windsong Allegiance Group LLC
Windsong Allegiance Group LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Windsong Allegiance Group LLC engages in the design, manufacture and sale of branded and private label apparel for men, women, and children. It produces boxer shorts and briefs, pajamas and dress shirts, under como sport, como leisure, pennant, pivot rules, and navy cutter. The company was founded by William Sweedler and is headquartered in Westport, CT. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Joe Boxer Corp.
Joe Boxer Corp. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Part of Iconix Acquisition LLC, Joe Boxer Corp. is a private company that manufactures men's underwear. The company is based in New York, NY. The company was founded by Nicholas Graham. Nicholas Graham has been the CEO since incorporation. Joe Boxer was acquired by Iconix Brand Group, Inc., a SUB of Iconix Acquisition LLC from Windsong Allegiance Group LLC on July 21, 2005 for $74.19 million. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Ellen Tracy, Inc.
Ellen Tracy, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Ellen Tracy, Inc. manufactures women's apparel. The firm’s products include fragrance, footwear, handbags, jewelry, scarves, belts, and hosiery. The company was founded by Herbin Gallen in 1949 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Barber Skip Racing School LLC
Barber Skip Racing School LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Barber Skip Racing School LLC operates fully integrated system of racing schools, driving schools, racing championships, corporate events, and special projects across North America. It offers racing and driving program, group events, and equipment. The company was founded by John Barber III in 1975 and is headquartered in Braselton, GA. | Commercial Services |
CJ Apparel Group LLC
CJ Apparel Group LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables CJ Apparel Group LLC designs, manufactures, and distributes apparel. It provides sportswear, overalls, coveralls, folkloric clothing, undergarments, hosiery, nightwear, swimwear, uniforms, waistcoats, slacks and trousers. The company was founded by Glenn Sand in 1977 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Young Presidents' Organization, Inc.
Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. is a global leadership community of over 30,000 chief executives from 142 countries. The non-profit company is based in Irving, TX and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The company's mission is to help its members become better leaders and better people. The company was founded in 1950 by Ray Hickok, Khalid Mohamed Jassem Kanoo. Thayer Smith has been the CEO of the company since 2007. | Commercial Services |
Centric Brands LLC
Centric Brands LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Centric Brands LLC engages in the design and distribution of apparel and clothing products. It operates through the following segments: Kids, Accessories, and Men?s and Women?s Apparel. The Kids segment includes sales of products under the brands of Calvin Klein, Under Amour, Tommy Hilfiger, Nautica, and Disney. The Accessories segment comprises of products under the brands of Calvin Klein, Frye, Fila, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, and AllSaints. The Men?s and Women?s Apparel segment consists of sales to premium nationwide department stores, specialty retailers, ecommerce, boutiques, and select off-price retailers of its owned brands. The company was founded in April 1987 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Windsong Brands LLC
Windsong Brands LLC Investment ManagersFinance Windsong Brands LLC (Windsong Brands) is a Private Equity firm founded in 2006 by William Sweedler. The firm is headquartered in Westport. | Finance |
Fashionology Group LLC
Fashionology Group LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Fashionology Group LLC manufactures men's, women's, and children's apparel. Its brands include Ellen Tracy, Caribbean Joe Island Supply Co., CJ Apparel, Havana Jack Café, Jamaica Bay, and Periscope. It offers products to specialty stores, department stores, and resorts. The company is located in New York City, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Falchi Holdings LLC
Falchi Holdings LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Falchi Holdings LLC operates as a holding company with interests in manufacturing apparel products. It designs, produces and sells handbags, belts, jewelry, shoes and ready-to-wear apparel. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Falchi IP LLC
Falchi IP LLC Consumer SundriesConsumer Non-Durables Falchi IP LLC was manufactured women's handbags. The company was headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Z Operating LLC
Z Operating LLC Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Z Operating LLC provides professional clothing for men. It specializes in sartorial trousers. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Retail Trade |
Robert Graham Designs LLC
Robert Graham Designs LLC Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Robert Graham Designs LLC is a luxury clothing brand that offers men's and women's clothing, including a branded collection of men's socks. The company is based in New York, NY and was founded in 2001 by Robert Stock. The company aims to provide wearable art that promises unparalleled craftsmanship, luxury, and original style. | Consumer Non-Durables |
HRB Winddown, Inc.
HRB Winddown, Inc. Medical DistributorsDistribution Services HRB Winddown, Inc. operates as a personal care consumer products company. It offers a portfolio of brands serving primarily North American personal cleansing and hair care markets including Zest, White Rain, Alberto VO5, Coast, LA Looks, Zero Frizz, Rave, Salon Grafix and Thicker Fuller Hair. The firm operates through its offices located in Stamford, CT, Buena Park, CA, Slough, UK and Shenzhen, China. The company was founded on November 23, 2010 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT. | Distribution Services |
Tengram Capital Partners LLC
Tengram Capital Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Tengram Capital Partners LLC (Tengram Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2010 by William Sweedler and Matthew Eby. The firm is headquartered in Westport, Connecticut. | Finance |
Laura Geller Beauty LLC
Laura Geller Beauty LLC Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Laura Geller Beauty LLC develops color cosmetics. Its products include lipsticks, creams, liners, eye spackle hues, waterproof lip glosses and baked mono blushes. The company was founded by Laura Geller in 1993 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Peplo SRL
Peplo SRL Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Peplo SRL provides sportswear, sartorial pieces, furnishings and accessories for men. The company was founded in and is headquartered in Biella, Italy. | Retail Trade |
This Works Products Ltd.
This Works Products Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade This Works Products Ltd. develops, markets, distributes and sells aroma therapeutic beauty products. It provides cleansers, daily moisturizers, body moisturizers, body oils, bath oils, bath and shower gels, bath soaks, exfoliators, candles, and gifts. The firm also provides anti-ageing, eye, lip, sleep, and travel products; and products for neck and bust, legs, feet, and hands. The firm offers its products online and through department stores, retailers, and online boutiques. The comapny was founded by Kathy Phillips in 2003 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Retail Trade |
Sequential Brands Group, Inc.
Sequential Brands Group, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Sequential Brands Group, Inc. engages in promoting, marketing, and licensing portfolio of consumer brands. It provides fashion, home, athletic, and lifestyle categories, including Martha Stewart, Jessica Simpson, AND1, Avia, Joe's Jeans, Heelys, and GAIAM. It offers its products to retailers, wholesalers, and distributors. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Commercial Services |
TIU Holdings Corp.
TIU Holdings Corp. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services TIU Holdings Corp. operates in the technology, telecom infrastructure, real estate, civil engineering and facility management, and entertainment. The company is headquartered in Manhattan Beach, CA. | Consumer Services |
Tone It Up, Inc.
Tone It Up, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade Tone it Up LLC provides multi platform health and fitness services. It specializes in nutrition products and supplements, fitness retreats, beauty and lifestyle services. The company was founded by Katrina Scott and Karena Dawn in 2009 and is headquartered in Hermosa Beach, CA. | Retail Trade |
Piloti, Inc.
Piloti, Inc. Internet RetailRetail Trade Piloti, Inc. was founded in 1999 and is based in Toronto, Canada. The Canadian company specializes in handcrafted driving shoes that feature patented performance technology and materials. The company's latest addition, the Shift driving sneaker, offers a streamlined and simplified design with patented roll control 2.0™ heel technology and onsteam® anti-microbial lining. Piloti driving shoes are adventure-ready, performance-packed, and perfect for daily wear. The company offers a wide selection of driving shoes for sale online, including motorsport casual and lifestyle, luxury, and performance racing driving shoes. | Retail Trade |
Field & Stream Licenses Co. LLC
Field & Stream Licenses Co. LLC Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Field & Stream Licenses Co. LLC sells outdoor field and stream clothing and equipment. It licenses various products, such as campers and recreation, vehicles and park models, watches and clocks, men’s apparel and fleece, hosiery, hats and caps, knives, multi tools and cutlery, food products, ornaments and table top products. The company was founded in 1871 and is headquartered in Westport, CT. | Retail Trade |
Brand Matter LLC
Brand Matter LLC Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Brand Matter LLC provides brand management services. The company was founded by Rick Platt and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Commercial Services |
NEST Fragrances LLC
NEST Fragrances LLC Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables NEST Fragrances LLC designs and manufactures home fragrance and personal care products. It provides scented candles, diffusers, room sprays, soaps and lotions and other essentials for body, rooms and environments. The firm's clients include companies in the fashion, beauty, retail and home fragrance industries. The company was founded by Laura Slatkin in 2005 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Consumer Non-Durables |