Homeland still has struggled as a result of stiff competition from Wal-Mart and other rival chains.Shoppers who call Oklahoma home shop at Homeland Stores' supermarkets. The regional grocery chain, a division of grocery distributorAssociated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), operates more than 45 stores throughout Oklahoma and a single store in Kansas. AWG operates Homeland stores through its Associated Retail Grocers subsidiary and supplies the majority of the products sold in Homeland stores. The stores sell groceries and general merchandise; most have delicatessens, pharmacies, and some have specialty departments (ethnic foods, floral services, seafood).

American Signature operates about 130 stores in 20 states under the American Signature Furniture and Value City Furniture banners. Stores feature wood and upholstered home furnishing collections, as well as bedding. In addition to its retail operations, American Signature designs and manufactures its own pieces and operates its own warehouses and distribution centers. The American Signature Furniture concept was introduced by parent Schottenstein Stores in 2002, in an effort to expand the company's higher-end offerings.

Boston Proper is a leading direct to consumer retailer of women's apparel and accessories based in Boca Raton, Florida. Boston Proper provides sensuous, distinctive fashions designed for today's independent, confident and active woman. Our brand focus is about creating a daring, modern style with a sensual feel. Our catalog and online site differentiate Boston Proper with exotic, provocative and inspirational creative that takes the customer away and creates an emotional connection with her individuality and femininity. At Boston Proper, we strive to develop lifetime relationships with our customers, and to deliver quality products and outstanding service.

Schnuck Markets founded in 1939, the company is owned by the Schnuck family and run by CEO Scott Schnuck and president and COO Todd Schnuck.If you'll meet me in St. Louis, then chances are there'll be a Schnucks in sight. The region's largest food chain, Schnuck Markets operates about 105 stores, mostly in the St. Louis area, but also in other parts of Missouri and in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. All stores offer a full line of groceries, and most have pharmacies, video rental outlets, in-store banking, and florist shops. Although most stores operate under the Schnucks banner, the company also runs about a half a dozen Logli supermarkets in Illinois and Wisconsin, and a specialty pharmacy.

Founded by the husband-and-wife team Tom and Gun Denhart in 1983, it sells its premium apparel -- as well as backpacks, baby toys and gifts -- online, by catalog, and more than 25 retail and outlet stores throughout the US. Unhappy with the cotton apparel available after their son's birth, the Denharts started their own mail-order business and named it after Gun's grandmother: Hanna Andersson. The apparel company is owned by Sun Capital Partners (SCP). Hanna Andersson brings a whole new meaning to the concept of having your own MiniMe. The Swedish-inspired firm makes and sells colorful 100% cotton and organic cotton clothing and sleepwear for the whole family, specializing in mother-daughter ensembles.

Grupo Elektra is plugged into cities throughout Mexico and seven other countries in Central and South American, including Peru, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador. The stores (three-quarters are located in Mexico) sell a mix of consumer electronics, appliances, computers, and furniture under several banners. Elektra and MegaElektra sell value-priced products, Salinas y Rocha appeals to more upscale shoppers. Grupo Elektra also offers financial services in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Peru, Panama and Brazil through its Banco Azteca, Seguros Azteca, and Afore Azteca locations. The family of late founder Hugo Salinas Rocha controls both Grupo Elektra and broadcaster TV Azteca.

UP&S was founded in 1953 by Taylor Ramsey and is now owned by vice-chair Patti Ramsey, his daughter-in-law. United Pipe & Supply (UP&S) is trying to unite plumbing and HVAC specialists all over the Pacific Northwest. Operating through about 35 locations in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, the company distributes equipment and supplies for irrigation, pumping and drilling, and heating and air conditioning. UP&S also provides specification and design consulting for architects, contractors, and designers.

Women and men looking to make their mark on fashion and their health without leaving the house shop with AmeriMark Holdings. Through its direct marketing subsidiaries, the company offers women's apparel, shoes, cosmetics, and jewelry, as well as health-related items. The AmeriMark Direct subsidiary sells wares via its website and more than a half-dozen catalogs, including Anthony Richards, Beauty Boutique, Complements, Essentials, Healthy Living, Time for Me, FeelGood Store, and Windsor Collection. Its Dr. Leonard's Healthcare subsidiary reaches customers through the Dr. Leonard's and Carol Wright Gifts catalogs. With roots reaching back to 1969, AmeriMark is owned by private equity firm JH Partners.

Colorado Springs-based MSPS was incorporated as Mountain States Pipe & Supply in 1955. MSPS is committed in it's mission to provide superior services and solutions, and quality products in the utilities industry. MSPS is known for longevity, stability, and the knowledge and experience, to provide you with a complete solution for a wide range of utility applications. In 2002 MSPS established a meters division, US Metering & Technology, or USM&T, to position ourselves as a trusted leader in Automated Meter Reading and technology. AMR is an interesting and growing industry as more goverments, municipalities, and utilities services managers look for ways to cut down on costs and improve customer service for their utilities customers. USMT&T has built long-term relationships with Acalara Hexagram, Elster, Itron and Tropos - all leaders in Automated Meter Reading and Advanced Metering Infrastructure technology solutions.

W.S. Badcock Corporation sells furniture for every room in the house through more than 300 Badcock Home Furnishing Centers and Badcock &more stores in about 10 southeastern states as well as online. Badcock stores also carry appliances, lawn equipment, electronics, mattresses, floor coverings and rugs, bedding, lighting, wall art, and other decorative accessories. Founded in 1904 as a general mercantile store by Henry S. Badcock, the company is in its fourth generation of family management.

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