Bill Jesse

Armor Express is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-performance body armor systems. Founded in 2005, the Company has grown to become one of the largest providers of soft and hard armor products and accessories, serving the domestic and Federal law enforcement market, U.S Military and America’s allies around the world. Through its strategic partnerships with technology innovators and its unwavering commitment to advance research & development, the Company’s customers benefit from state-of-the-art protective solutions and best-in-class service.

WIRED is where tomorrow is realized. The WIRED conversation illuminates how technology is changing every aspect of our lives--from culture to business, science to design. The breakthroughs and innovations that we cover lead to new ways of thinking, new connections, and new industries. We introduce you to the people, companies, and ideas that matter.

We are the vanguard source of direct trade organic tea and botanicals; a wellspring of inspiration to tasters like you through devotion to our craft.

Established in 2007 in Northern California by wine industry veterans Rebecca Faust and Bruce Lundquist, Rack & Riddle was founded with the mission to craft superior sparkling wines. Through years of steadfast dedication and thoughtful expansion, Rack & Riddle has become the #1 custom sparkling wine producer in the United States with 3.5 million cases of capacity. An exceptional winemaking team dedicated to the mastery of sparkling wine supported by state-of-the-art technology, delivers turnkey custom labels and wine services with tank sizes ranging from 500 to 100,000 gallons. Four modern wineries located in Healdsburg, Geyserville and Lodi specialize in Méthode Champenoise and Charmat, producing the best of all things sparkling. The company prides itself on being an upstanding member of the communities in which it operates and is committed to operating fairly, ethically, and sustainably.

The official LinkedIn account for Swensons Drive-In Restaurants! Founded in Akron, Ohio, in 1934, Swensons is a classic American drive-in restaurant chain that serves fresh, never-frozen burgers, shakes, and crispy extras with a sprint and a smile, right to your vehicle. With no indoor dining, we remain committed to the unique customer experience started by our founder Wesley T. “Pop” Swenson -- Curb Servers still sprinting to your car to take orders and deliver delicious food -- as they’ve done for almost 90 years. Our signature “Galley Boy” burger has been touted by celebrities such as LeBron James and Food Network’s Michael Symon and is a favorite among food critics and fast-food fans alike. We are dedicated to perfection and believe there is no room for compromise when it comes to quality. Every employee must be a team player and enjoy friendly competition, because at Swensons we applaud the fastest, the most efficient and the most professional. From our food to our uniform, everyone takes personal pride in what we present to our customers. If you have integrity, passion and enthusiasm, then we would like for you to be a part of our Swensons family! Visit www.swensonsdriveins.com for more information.

Armor Express is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-performance body armor systems. Founded in 2005, the Company has grown to become one of the largest providers of soft and hard armor products and accessories, serving the domestic and Federal law enforcement market, U.S Military and America’s allies around the world. Through its strategic partnerships with technology innovators and its unwavering commitment to advance research & development, the Company’s customers benefit from state-of-the-art protective solutions and best-in-class service.

SBJ Capital is a private investment firm with approximately $600 million of capital under management, focused on investing in founder and family-owned consumer and services companies. SBJ provides thoughtful strategic advice, domain expertise and a partnership-oriented approach to support the goals of entrepreneurs, owners and management teams. SBJ was founded by an experienced team of professionals with a track record of growing companies both as principal investors and as operating executives.