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J.B. Hunt Driver Jodi Edwards Earns Driver of the Year Recognition From Women in Trucking

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, is proud to announce that Jodi Edwards, a 25-year career company driver, was recently named Driver of the Year by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).

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  • J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, is proud to announce that Jodi Edwards, a 25-year career company driver, was recently named Driver of the Year by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).
  • “I am greatly honored and humbled to receive this recognition,” said Edwards.
  • “I want to thank my family for their support and patience, J.B. Hunt for providing me with the opportunity and leadership, and Women In Trucking for all they do to make driving a better career option for women.
  • As part of the Image Team, Edwards has mentored others entering the industry while helping showcase the profession as a great career opportunity for women.

Cintas Corporation Earns NETS Road Safety Achievement Award

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) was awarded the NETS Road Safety Achievement Award for Overall Road Safety.

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  • Cintas Corporation (Nasdaq: CTAS) was awarded the NETS Road Safety Achievement Award for Overall Road Safety.
  • The award was presented at NETS’ annual Strength IN Numbers® Fleet Safety Benchmark Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240116210014/en/
    Todd Schneider, President & CEO, Stephen Jenkins, Director of Health & Safety, and Matt Presendofer, Manager of Health & Safety, accept the NETS award.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The NETS Road Safety Achievement Award recognizes a member company for advancing the road safety of its employees, their families and the communities where employees live and work.

MidOcean Partners Acquires Smith System, a Leading Workplace Safety Training Platform and Gold Standard Provider of Driver Safety Training for Commercial Fleets

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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MidOcean Partners (“MidOcean”), a premier New York-based alternative asset manager specializing in middle-market private equity and alternative credit investments, today announced that it has acquired Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, Inc. (“Smith System” or the “Company”), a leading B2B workplace safety training platform and the recognized “gold standard” provider of driver safety training for commercial fleets, from Levine Leichtman Capital Partners.

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  • MidOcean Partners (“MidOcean”), a premier New York-based alternative asset manager specializing in middle-market private equity and alternative credit investments, today announced that it has acquired Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, Inc. (“Smith System” or the “Company”), a leading B2B workplace safety training platform and the recognized “gold standard” provider of driver safety training for commercial fleets, from Levine Leichtman Capital Partners.
  • Founded in 1952, Smith System established the first professional driver training company in the United States.
  • Today, the Company remains the trusted global leader in B2B driver safety training, while also offering comprehensive fleet management services and a rapidly growing, diversified suite of workplace safety training solutions.
  • Prior to joining Smith System, Mr. Dunaway was the CEO of TPC Training, a leading provider of industrial skills and workplace safety training, performance management, and environmental, health & safety compliance software solutions.

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Sells Smith System

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (“LLCP”), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced that it has sold its portfolio company Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, Inc. (“Smith System” or the “Company”) to MidOcean Partners.

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  • Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (“LLCP”), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced that it has sold its portfolio company Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, Inc. (“Smith System” or the “Company”) to MidOcean Partners.
  • Smith System is a leading provider of workplace safety training solutions and is widely recognized as the “gold standard” provider of driver safety training for large commercial fleets.
  • Smith System is exceptionally positioned for continued growth, and we wish Tony and the entire management team all the best in the future.”
    Tony Douglas, President & CEO of Smith System, commented, “Our management team is grateful for LLCP’s partnership and guidance throughout our transformation.
  • Smith System was an investment of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Fund V, L.P.
    Robert W. Baird & Co. and Kirkland & Ellis LLP advised LLCP and Smith System in connection with the transaction.

Lytx Congratulates Winners of 2023 Driver of the Year and Coach of the Year Awards

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lytx® Inc., a global leader in video safety solutions, today celebrated the best of the best with its 2023 Driver and Coach of the Year awards. Each of these winners demonstrated a commitment to using Lytx's safety technology to advance their driving and customer service skills while improving their companies' leadership by serving as peer mentors and instructors.  

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lytx® Inc. , a global leader in video safety solutions, today celebrated the best of the best with its 2023 Driver and Coach of the Year awards.
  • This year, Lytx selected the winners and runners-up of the Driver of the Year and Coach of the Year from five different categories: Services/Utilities, Transit/Motor Coach, For-Hire Trucking, Private Trucking, and Waste/Construction.
  • These awards recognize the dedication of these drivers and coaches to achieve their companies' safety and operational goals, while staying accident-free using the Lytx Driver Safety Program.
  • "As a former coach, I have a deep appreciation for the teamwork that goes into the driver and coach partnership.

Smith System Announces Acquisition of Driving Dynamics

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Texas, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, Inc. ("Smith System"), a portfolio company of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, LLC ("LLCP"), announced today that it has acquired Driving Dynamics, Inc. ("Driving Dynamics").

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  • ARLINGTON, Texas, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smith System Driver Improvement Institute, Inc. ("Smith System"), a portfolio company of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, LLC ("LLCP"), announced today that it has acquired Driving Dynamics, Inc. ("Driving Dynamics").
  • Based in Newark, Delaware, Driving Dynamics provides driver safety training services for commercial fleet clients across the U.S. Over its 30-year history, Driving Dynamics has developed innovative offerings of virtual and in-person classroom training, behind-the-wheel exercises, eLearning content, and driver risk management programs to improve driver safety and lower fleet crash rates.
  • "Driving Dynamics brings a wealth of talent and an exciting complement of driver safety training capabilities and curricula to Smith System," commented Tony Douglas, CEO and President of Smith System.
  • Debbie Balestra, Vice President and General Manager of Driving Dynamics, added, "We are excited to join Smith System and to serve our current and prospective customers with an expanded set of safety training capabilities."

Smith System Celebrates 70 Years

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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ARLINGTON, Texas, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smith System is celebrating 70 years of helping driver safety professionals maintain compliance, reduce crash-related injuries, and save lives behind the wheel.

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  • ARLINGTON, Texas, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Smith System is celebrating 70 years of helping driver safety professionals maintain compliance, reduce crash-related injuries, and save lives behind the wheel.
  • Their continued trust and dedication have been essential to our long-term success and lasting legacy," said Tony Douglas, President and CEO of Smith System.
  • Founded in 1952, Smith System was the first advanced driver training company to establish many of the concepts which formed the foundation of defensive driving.
  • Since then, millions of drivers have benefited from the proven Smith System philosophy: The Smith5Keys .

Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Acquires Technical Safety Services

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced today that it has acquired Technical Safety Services (TSS or the Company) from The Edgewater Funds and JZ Partners.

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  • Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP), a Los Angeles-based private equity firm, announced today that it has acquired Technical Safety Services (TSS or the Company) from The Edgewater Funds and JZ Partners.
  • Headquartered in La Jolla, California, TSS provides on-site technical services mandated to occur at regular intervals to ensure all clients remain in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • TSS is the ninth platform investment of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners Fund VI, L.P. Across its funds, LLCP has invested extensively in the services, testing, safety, and healthcare sectors, including investments in companies such as Trinity Consultants, FlexXray, Encore Fire Protection, In-Place Machining, Smith System, Therapeutic Research Center, and Monte Nido.
  • Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, LLC is a middle-market private equity firm with a 39-year track record of investing across various targeted sectors, including franchising, business services, education and engineered products.

Worldwide School Furniture Industry to 2027 - Key Players Include Herman Miller, HNI and Steelcase

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Thursday, May 5, 2022
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The global school furniture market reached a value of US$ 4.3 Billion in 2021.

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  • The global school furniture market reached a value of US$ 4.3 Billion in 2021.
  • This report provides a deep insight into the global school furniture market covering all its essential aspects.
  • What are the key industry trends in the global school furniture market?
  • What are the major regions in the global school furniture market?

Steelcase to Acquire HALCON, Maker of Finely Crafted Wood Furniture for the Modern Workplace

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Thursday, May 5, 2022
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steelcase Inc. announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire HALCON, a Minnesota-based designer and manufacturer of precision-tailored wood furniture for the workplace.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Steelcase Inc. announced today it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire HALCON, a Minnesota-based designer and manufacturer of precision-tailored wood furniture for the workplace.
  • This acquisition will complement the current portfolio of Steelcase wood products, offering uncompromising design and master craftsmanship to A+D professionals and customers.
  • With a culture of quality and innovation, the companys portfolio features patented award-winning furniture collections for todays private office, open-plan, and collaborative spaces.
  • With exceptional innovation, uncompromising design, and master craftsmanship, HALCON creates furniture tailored to the modern workplace.