After spending 18 months in federal prison for tax evasion in 2002, Pat Swisher turned over a new leaf. In 2004, he sold his stake in Swisher Hygiene for $8.1 million, 21 years after he had launched the Charlotte-based sanitation company and built it into a publicly traded concern. Five years later, he started a similar restroom-cleaning business, Enviro-Master, then offered franchises two years later. Backed by Belmont-based Gaston Capital Partners, Enviro-Master grew quickly, enabling Swisher to buy back his old operation in 2016. Between 2015-17, Enviro-Master’s annual revenue increased by 771%. It now works at sites owned by more than 220 branded businesses. This year, the company was named the top restaurant-maintenance franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine.

Cenduit, an IQVIA business, is a recognized industry leader in the IRT market and eClinical field, and have implemented over 1,600 clinical trials requiring patient randomization, clinical supply distribution and returns/destruction accountability. In over 10 years of operation, Cenduit has worked closely with more than 100 global biopharmaceutical companies and has deep integrations with many CROs, across all geographies.

Hornwood is a service-oriented, solution based vertical manufacturer of warp and circular knitted fabrics. Hornwood’s manufacturing processes include warping, knitting, dyeing, finishing, face finishing, and inspection, along with a fully functional color development and physical testing lab. Hornwood thrives on driving innovation and creating value for all customers.

Global Value Commerce, Inc. was founded by Ed Byman in 2001 with a Family first work environment and is one of the leading e-commerce retailers dedicated to addressing the needs of golf enthusiasts worldwide.

For nearly a century, we’ve combined masterful craftsmanship with fashion-forward design of fine furnishings for the home, office, and hospitality industries. We’re a family of craftspeople who care about our community, the environment, and you.