George Thanopoulos
Director/Board Member at TOWER INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Network origin in George Thanopoulos first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
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| Subsidiary | Auto Parts: OEM | 11 | |
Oldco M Corp.
 Oldco M Corp. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Metaldyne Corp. designs and supplies metal formed components. Its products include valve bodies, end cover assemblies, clutch modules, hollowed shafts, powder metal carriers, input/output hubs, connecting rods, rubber dampers, viscous dampers, isolation pulleys, differential gears, sliding sleeves, splined sleeves, suspension components and pistons & housings. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Plymouth, MI.
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| Subsidiary | Auto Parts: OEM | 10 |
| Subsidiary | Other Metals/Minerals | 9 | |
| Public Company | Auto Parts: OEM | 4 | |
Chassis Brakes International BV
 Chassis Brakes International BV Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Chassis Brakes International BV engages in manufacture of automotive foundation brake components and systems. Its products include disk brakes, drum brakes, automated parking brakes, brake calipers, and rotors and drums. The company was founded in June 2012 and is headquartered in Eindhoven, the Netherlands.
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| Subsidiary | Auto Parts: OEM | 3 |
J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc.
 J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc. Metal FabricationProducer Manufacturing J.L. French Automotive Castings, Inc. manufactures and supplies high-pressure die cast aluminum driveline and power train components. It products include engine blocks, transmission cases, transfer cases, bedplates, front covers, and oil pans. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Sheboygan, WI.
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| Extinct | Metal Fabrication | 2 |
MascoTech, Inc.
 MascoTech, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing MascoTech, Inc. was a diversified industrial manufacturing company which supplied metal formed components. Those were used in vehicle engine and drivetrain applications, specialty fasteners, towing systems, packaging and sealing products and other industrial products. The Company was headquartered in Taylor, MI with operating facilities in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Czech Republic, England, Germany, Italy, Mexico and Spain.
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| Extinct | Auto Parts: OEM | 2 |
L&W, Inc.
 L&W, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing L&W, Inc. manufactures oil pans, engine mount brackets, reinforcements, stampings, and other components for the auto industry. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.
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| Subsidiary | Auto Parts: OEM | 1 |
Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc.
 Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Autokiniton US Holdings, Inc. functions as an investment holding firm. The company is headquartered in New Boston, MI.
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| Subsidiary | Financial Conglomerates | 1 |
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Multi-company connection
Companies connected to George Thanopoulos via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Motor Coach Industries, Inc.
 Motor Coach Industries, Inc. Motor VehiclesConsumer Durables Motor Coach Industries, Inc. engages in the manufacture of intercity coaches serving charter and tour operators; line-haul and scheduled-service operators; transit agencies; and conversion companies. Its products include MCI J4500, MCI J3500, MCI University Coach, and MCI Commuter Coach, MCI D45 CRTe LE. It also supplies coach and bus replacement parts. The company was founded by Harry Zoltok in 1933 and is headquartered in Des Plaines, IL. | Motor Vehicles | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chairman | |
KPS Capital Partners LP
 KPS Capital Partners LP Investment ManagersFinance KPS Capital Partners LP (KPS Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1997 by Eugene Keilin, Michael Psaros and David Shapiro. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Investment Committee Member Founder Founder Investment Committee Member | |
| VISTEON CORPORATION | Auto Parts: OEM | Director of Finance/CFO Director of Finance/CFO Public Communications Contact Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| METALDYNE PERFORMANCE GROUP INC | Auto Parts: OEM | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member President | |
Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
 Waupaca Foundry, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Waupaca Foundry, Inc. manufactures and supplies grey iron castings. The firm offers automotive passenger car and light truck castings, including engine, suspension, drive line, and wheel end components; heavy truck and trailer iron castings, such as diesel engine, transmission and clutch, suspension, and drive line components; agriculture, construction, and material handling castings, including tractor engine and transmission components, agriculture implements, combine parts, turf care parts and material handling components. The company was founded by John Rosche in 1871 and is headquartered in Waupaca, WI. | Wholesale Distributors | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
United Copper Industries, Inc.
 United Copper Industries, Inc. Electrical ProductsProducer Manufacturing United Copper Industries, Inc. manufacturers copper wire products. It products include both residential and commercial construction, such as thhn, metal-clad, xhhw, nm-b, uf-b, nm-b and bare copper. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Denton, TX. | Electrical Products | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
HHI Group Holdings LLC
 HHI Group Holdings LLC Motor VehiclesConsumer Durables HHI Group Holdings LLC manufactures forged parts for the North American automotive industry. The company was founded by George Thanopoulos in September 2009 and is headquartered in Royal Oak, MI. | Motor Vehicles | Director/Board Member Chairman Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Metaldyne Co. LLC
 Metaldyne Co. LLC Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Metaldyne Co. LLC designs and supplies metal-formed components and assemblies for powertrain applications. It offers engine connecting rods, transmission valve bodies, fears and pinions, balance shaft modules, and crankshaft dampers and pulleys. The company is headquartered in Plymouth, MI. | Auto Parts: OEM | Chairman Human Resources Officer Director/Board Member President | |
WWRD Group Holdings Ltd.
 WWRD Group Holdings Ltd. Home FurnishingsConsumer Durables WWRD Group Holdings Ltd. engages in the provision of luxury home and lifestyle products. It operates through the following brand names: Waterford, Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Royal Albert, and Johnson Brothers. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Barlaston, the United Kingdom. | Home Furnishings | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
American & Efird LLC
 American & Efird LLC TextilesProcess Industries American & Efird LLC engages in the manufacture of industrial and consumer sewing thread. It also offers embroidery thread, and technical textiles. The company was founded by Charles Egbert Hutchison in 1891 and is headquartered in Mt. Holly, NC. | Textiles | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
North American Breweries, Inc.
 North American Breweries, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services North American Breweries, Inc. engages in production of alcoholic beverages. It brews, packages, imports, markets, and sells its branded product portfolio through an independent network of wholesalers. It also performs contract brewing of beer and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on behalf of other companies. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Rochester, NY. | Food Distributors | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Indiana University | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| FORD MOTOR COMPANY | Motor Vehicles | Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| MASCO CORPORATION | Building Products | Chairman Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer | |
Grede LLC
 Grede LLC SteelNon-Energy Minerals Grede LLC designs, develops and manufactures cast, machined and assembled components for the transportation and industrial markets. The company is headquartered in Plymouth, MI. | Steel | Chairman Director/Board Member President | |
| BLUE BIRD CORPORATION | Motor Vehicles | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| University of Detroit Mercy | College/University | Masters Business Admin Director/Board Member Masters Business Admin | |
| HANON SYSTEMS | Auto Parts: OEM | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
DURA Automotive Systems, Inc.
 DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing DURA Automotive Systems, Inc. designs and manufactures driver control systems, seating control systems, safety hardware, structural body systems, exterior trim and integrated glass systems. Its products include control, exterior, structural, mass transit window and industrial systems. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. | Auto Parts: OEM | Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer | |
Cerberus Capital Management LP
 Cerberus Capital Management LP Investment ManagersFinance Cerberus Capital Management LP (Cerberus) is a private equity firm founded in 1992 by Stephen A. Feinberg and William L. Richter. It is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Chief Investment Officer Chief Operating Officer | |
Harmony Healthcare International, Inc.
 Harmony Healthcare International, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Harmony Healthcare International, Inc. provides long-term medical care consulting services. It provides the healthcare industry with the tools to manage the clinical, operational, and compliance components of the medicare, medicaid, and rehabilitation programs. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Topsfield, MA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member President | |
| University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Harvard Business School | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| LEAR CORPORATION | Auto Parts: OEM | Director/Board Member Public Communications Contact | |
Healthy Directions LLC
 Healthy Directions LLC Publishing: NewspapersConsumer Services Healthy Directions LLC operates as a health publisher of doctor-formulated nutritional supplements and skincare products. The firm offers Trillane Intensive Repair, Advanced Lung and Bronchial Support, Serotonnin Mood Support, Tricomfort Essentials and Aminocare Cream Fragrance. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Bethesda, MD. | Publishing: Newspapers | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Frontier Spinning Mills, Inc.
 Frontier Spinning Mills, Inc. TextilesProcess Industries Frontier Spinning Mills, Inc. produces spun yarns. Its products include denim, fleece, industrial textiles, medical textiles, sheets, socks, towels, t-shirts, underwear and woven apparel. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Sanford, NC. | Textiles | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
American Securities LLC
 American Securities LLC Investment ManagersFinance American Securities LLC (American Securities) is a private equity firm founded in 1994 by Michael Gerald Fisch and Charles D.Klein. The firm is headquartered in New York, United States. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC
 Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is a registered broker-dealer subsidiary of Morgan Stanley Domestic Holdings, Inc., ultimately owned by Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) in the US. Headquartered in New York City, the firm was founded in 1987 and provides debt and equity services including underwriting, M&A advice, securities dealing and brokerage and trade execution. Their client base ranges from large global institutional investors to hedge funds at the cutting edge of innovation in the industry. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
ACI Capital Co. LLC
 ACI Capital Co. LLC Investment ManagersFinance ACI Capital Co. LLC (ACI Capital) is a private equity subsidiary of Ingleside Investors LLC founded in 1995 by Kevin S. Penn. The firm is headquartered in New York. | Investment Managers | Founder Private Equity Investor | |
| Dartmouth College | College/University | Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| The University of Chicago | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Federal-Mogul Corp.
 Federal-Mogul Corp. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Federal-Mogul Corp. supplies power train and safety technologies to original equipment manufacturers. It serves the original equipment manufacturers of automotive, light, medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, off-road, agricultural, marine, rail, aerospace, power generation and industrial equipment. The company was founded by J. Howard Muzzy and Edward F. Lyon in 1899 and is headquartered in Southfield, MI. | Auto Parts: OEM | Director of Finance/CFO Human Resources Officer | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
Stanley Infrastructure LLC
 Stanley Infrastructure LLC Trucks/Construction/Farm MachineryProducer Manufacturing Stanley Infrastructure LLC engages in the provision of engineering equipment. It serves construction, demolition, recycling, mining, utility, forestry, landscaping, and agriculture end-markets. The company was founded in September 2011 and is headquartered in Oak Brook, IL. | Trucks/Construction/Farm Machinery | Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| FOUNDATION BUILDING MATERIALS, INC. | Wholesale Distributors | Director/Board Member | |
Thyssenkrupp (China) Ltd.
 Thyssenkrupp (China) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of thyssenkrupp AG, Thyssenkrupp (China) Ltd. is an investment holding Chinese company. The private company is based in Beijing, China. | Financial Conglomerates | Chairman | |
CS Energy Ltd.
 CS Energy Ltd. Electric UtilitiesUtilities CS Energy Ltd. provides power generation & transmission services. They own and operate several power plants in Queensland. The company was established in 1997 and is headquartered in Fortitude Valley, Australia. | Electric Utilities | Director/Board Member | |
Amentum Services, Inc.
 Amentum Services, Inc. Engineering & ConstructionIndustrial Services Amentum Services, Inc. engages in the provision of technical and engineering services for government and commercial customers. It specializes in mission support and sustainment; nuclear and environment; program management; strategic capabilities engineering; test, training, and evaluation; and threat mitigation and mission assurance. The company was founded on February 1, 2020 and is headquartered in Germantown, MD. | Engineering & Construction | Director/Board Member | |
Trace3 LLC (California)
 Trace3 LLC (California) Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Trace3 LLC is an elite technology consultancy that provides IT strategy, solutions, and services to the world's most admired companies. The company is based in Irvine, CA and has subsidiaries in the United States. Trace3 can help businesses build, migrate, and operate their enterprise IT on-prem or in the cloud. The company offers a comprehensive line of services designed to increase business agility and growth. Trace3 seeks and develops new ways of doing things to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and provide a competitive advantage. It was founded in 2002 by Hayes Drumwright, and Richard A. Fennessy has been the CEO of the company since 2019. | Information Technology Services | Chairman | |
Swinerton Renewable Energy
 Swinerton Renewable Energy Engineering & ConstructionIndustrial Services Swinerton Renewable Energy, founded in 1888, has over 130 years of experience in building landmark projects with a reputation for safety, workmanship, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction. The company is based in San Diego, CA and offers engineering, procurement, construction, and solv® operations and maintenance (o&m) services for solar photovoltaic plants to a diverse range of clients. Swinerton Renewable Energy takes pride in building cost-effective solar systems that will generate reliable, clean power for many years to come. The company has delivered over 5.5 GW of solar projects and manages over 6.2 GW of PV plants through its solv team. | Engineering & Construction | Chairman | |
Conair Corp.
 Conair Corp. Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Conair Corp. engages in the manufacture and distribution of personal care, grooming, health, and beauty products. Its products include facial brushes, makeup applicators, light therapy treatments, mani/pedi beauty tools, spa solutions, hair removal, garment care, lighted mirrors, oral health, hair dyers, curling irons, curling wands, and hot rollers. The company was founded by Leandro P. Rizzuto, Sr. in 1959 and is headquartered in East Windsor, NJ. | Household/Personal Care | Director/Board Member | |
| Chambre Franco-Allemande de Commerce et d'Industrie | Director/Board Member | ||
Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania
 Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Trustees of The University of Pennsylvania engages in the provision of social services. The company was founded in 1740 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Director/Board Member |
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International
| United States | 46 |
| Cayman Islands | 2 |
| South Korea | 2 |
| China | 2 |
| Australia | 2 |
Sectoral
| Producer Manufacturing | 14 |
| Consumer Services | 11 |
| Consumer Durables | 7 |
| Finance | 7 |
| Process Industries | 4 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 247 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 77 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 59 |
| Chairman | 57 |
| President | 35 |
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| James Chapman | 43 |
| Kevin Penn | 38 |
| J. Losh | 29 |
| Martina Merz | 24 |
| Ronald Whitaker | 22 |
| Jeffrey Stafeil | 22 |
| Douglas Grimm | 19 |
| Loren Easton | 19 |
| Michael George Psaros | 18 |
| Raquel Vargas Palmer | 18 |
| David Paul Shapiro | 17 |
| Tony Brown | 16 |
| Dev Kapadia | 15 |
| Martin Welch | 14 |
| David M. Buckley | 14 |
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