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Vector Security Corporate Office

Vector Security

Vector Security was founded in 1970, but actually has roots as far back as 1752, when it was part of Ben Franklin’s insurance company, the Philadelphia Contributionship. Over the years, there have been various acquisitions and spin offs, including Vector Security, which was once a division of Westinghouse Security.

Today, Vector Security offers home and business security systems to more than 300,000 customers. The company offers fire alarms, intrusion alarms, home and mobile automation, video survelliance, and assault notification.

The company has won numerous awards, including a SAMMY award for Best Installer in 2016, Central Station of the Year award from the Central Station Alarm Association in 2006, Police Dispatch Quality Award from the False Alarm Reduction Association in 2006, as well as Dealer of the Year Award from SDM in 2003 and again in 2015.

History

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Sonny’s BBQ Corporate Office

Sonny's BBQ

Sonny’s BBQ was founded in 1968 in Gainesville, Florida, by Floyd “Sonny” Tillman and his wife Lucille. The original name was Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q. The name was changed in 2013. The company began franchising in 1977. One franchisor, Robert Yarmouth, and his cousin Jeff, purchased the company in 1991. Robert Yarmouth remains CEO of the company.

Today, the company has 113 locations in 9 states. The company is best known for its unique BBQ recipe, ribs, chicken, and pork. In addition to food, the company also offers coffee mugs, bottled BBQ sauce, T-shirts, and caps with the company logo.

History

In 2015, the company sold off 9 out of its 10 company-owned locations in Florida, in hopes of better managing their other locations.

Sonny’s BBQ offers a “Random Act of BBQ” each August in honor of Tillman’s birthday. The company provides free BBQ meals with help from community volunteers or community groups. In addition to gift cards, the company also offers catering services.

In February 2020, the company added a Chief Kindness Officer position, designed to promote random acts of kindness.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, Sonny’s closed dine-in seating and encouraged delivery and take out orders.

Company headquarters are located in Maitland, Florida.

Sonny's BBQ was founded in 1968 in Gainesville, Florida, by Floyd "Sonny" Tillman and his wife Lucille. The original name was Sonny's Real Pit Bar-B-Q. The name was changed in 2013. The company began franchising in 1977. One franchisor, Robert … [Continue reading] about Sonny’s BBQ Corporate Office

Ricky’s Sports Theatre Corporate Office

Ricky's Sports Theatre

Ricky’s Sports Theatre and Grill, often referred to simply as Ricky’s, was founded by John “Ricky” Ricardo in 1946. The company operates a sports bar and restaurant, with headquarters in San Leandro, California.

Ricky’s Sports Theatre is perhaps best known for the more than 90 big screen and flat screen televisions located everywhere in the building, including bathrooms. It is also the home of Oakland Raiders Football fans, although all NFL games are broadcast. The company motto :No Knuckleheads, ensures that even non-Raider fans can feel comfortable at the business.

In addition to beer and other mixed drinks, the company offers an extensive food menu, including full breakfasts, daily specials, chicken wings, Mexican food dishes, salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, even spaghetti.

History

Ricky’s Sports Theatre also offers a to go menu and accepts phone orders, but currently does not offer delivery service.

Ricky's Sports Theatre and Grill, often referred to simply as Ricky's, was founded by John "Ricky" Ricardo in 1946. The company operates a sports bar and restaurant, with headquarters in San Leandro, California. Ricky's Sports Theatre is perhaps … [Continue reading] about Ricky’s Sports Theatre Corporate Office

ProFlowers Corporate Office

ProFlowes

ProFlowers was founded by Jared Polis in 1998. Polis wanted to eliminate the long chain of suppliers when it came to the typical flower delivery services by having flower orders shipped directly to growers. In addition to flowers, the company now also offers chocolate covered fruits, stuffed animals, balloons, wine gifts, fruit and snack baskets, as well as boxed chocolates and living plants.

History

The company was purchased in February of 2006 for $477 million by Provide Commerce, Inc., which is headquartered in San Diego, California. After being sued several times by the company’s largest competitor, Florists Transworld Delivery (FTD), ProFlowers and its sister companies were purchased by FTD for $430 million. The sale was completed at the end of 2014.

ProFlowers is known for their frequent online discounts, coupons, and free delivery services for sales totaling certain dollar amount.

In June 2019, the company abruptly shut down the San Diego office after the parent company, FTD, filed for bankruptcy.

In March 2020, the company received the highest customer satisfaction award from J.D. Powers.

ProFlowers was founded by Jared Polis in 1998. Polis wanted to eliminate the long chain of suppliers when it came to the typical flower delivery services by having flower orders shipped directly to growers. In addition to flowers, the company now … [Continue reading] about ProFlowers Corporate Office

Safe Home Security Corporate Office

Safe Home Security

Safe Home Security was founded in Cromwell, Connecticut, in 1988 by current CEO David Roman. The company sells and installs residential and commercial burglar alarms and security systems. The company also offers fire systems, security alert systems, and medical alert systems.

History

The Connecticut Attorney General filed a civil action against the company in 2007 for unfair practices, including installing defective equipment, installing systems that could not be monitored, failing to honor their warranty, and unfair debt collection practices. The case was resolved in March of 2014 when the judge sided against Safe Home Security.

Safe Home Security has since expanded, acquiring Pinnacle Security and gaining a new equity partner. The company states that they are looking forward to resolving past problems and making a fresh start.

After failing to comply with court-ordered measures, the Connecticut Attorney General again filed a $5 million stipulation judgment against Safe Home Security in March of 2022.

Safe Home Security maintains a corporate office in Middletown, Connecticut.