Seasoned venture and private equity investor and operator, currently highly active as Chairman of Shore Capital in Chicago, Il, and Nashville, TN. Also open to investing personal capital in early stage, new businesses with compelling business models to help them reach their goals, and in smaller existing companies with significant growth opportunities. Only looking for opportunities where management clearly has identified compelling opportunities in their chosen markets.Specialties: Health Care, Industrial Manufacturing and Services, Food and Beverage, B to B services, Electronics/Computers and Software.
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ChairmanShore Capital Partners Aug 2009 - PresentChicago, Il, UsWe partner with entrepreneurs and leading executives to drive growth in microcap businesses. We proactively identify industry niches, recruit best-in-class board members, invest in companies poised for transformational growth and deliver post-investment services to increase value:• Shore identifies industry niches with attractive growth and proactively seeks the best companies for partnership• The cornerstone of Shore's investment approach is to partner with exceptional managers who have ambitious goals for their businesses• We strive to be a value-added and engaged partner by providing numerous resources and support -
DirectorFirmapak Jan 2023 - PresentFirmapak comprises two companies, Container Services, Inc. (“CSI”) is a premier manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging services, specializing in the production of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) containers and HDPE (high-density polyethylene) containers for specialty food & beverage and other manufacturers. CSI was founded by in July 1991 to provide custom plastic bottles to honey producers, including their iconic “honey bear” bottle. Based in Hillsboro, Kansas with a second location in New Castle, Pennsylvania, CSI has over 100 employees, and more than 150,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space, while maintaining excellent customer service and providing sophisticated, innovative and reliable plastic packaging solutions.Apex Plastics, Bookfield, Mo is now part of Firmapak.As an ISO 9001:2015 certified plastics blow molding manufacturer, we specialize in custom and proprietary blow-molded bottles, containers and shapes. Here at Apex Plastics, we are dedicated to a world class quality management system which allows us to provide superb customer service and quick turn-around for short-to-medium production runs. From large diameter to small diameter and in a wide variety of configurations, we’re capable of blow molding for just about every application and level of complexity. In addition to offering extrusion blow molding and secondary operations, we work regularly with other major packaging manufacturers, contact fillers, and packaging decorators to offer our customers a wide variety of packaging solutions. -
Director360Pack Jan 2021 - PresentInnovative Packaging Company (IPC) isn’t just your average packaging company. We also offer full turnkey solutions to fit your business needs. We believe in quality at a competitive, but affordable price. You can trust us with all your packaging and automation needs. We offer a variety of turnkey solutions and supplies to accommodate your different applications.Carton packaging provides the right level of protection. It offers space and professional appearance for products like baked goods and snacks.Flexible packaging is ideal for different products, dimensions, and shapes.Corrugated packaging offers rigid protection. With it, you gain the stability to help your product safely reach its destination.Additionally, stretch film and load containment options ensure that your load is secure (helping protect against damage, theft, and even UV rays).Looking for something outside the packing solutions listed above? Give us a call today for a custom quote on anything packaging related. -
DirectorSweetmore Bakeries Sep 2019 - PresentPark Ridge, Il, UsSweetmore Bakeries is a leading provider of customized bakery products for national and regional in-store bakeries, restaurants and other food operators. We take pride in being adaptive, nimble, and creative to provide our customers with products that enable them to set themselves apart and improve operations. Our core product lines consist of muffins, cookies, brownies, bars, granola, quick breads, toppings and icings; Italian Biscotti; Round, mini-round and strip Danish; and many other dessert products. We have extensive experience in limited time offers, unique packaging, and unusual situations. -
DirectorBestmed | Urgent Care | Primary Care Sep 2018 - PresentCoburg, Oregon, UsCommunity Care Partnres provides urgent care and scheduled primary care in over 100 locations in Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming, Louisiana, Texas and Colorado with headquarters in Eugene, Oregon. Our brands include BestMed, SouthStar, Texas MedClinic, and Coastal Urgent Care. -
DirectorSouthern Veterinary Partners Oct 2014 - PresentBirmingham, Alabama, UsSouthern Veterinary Partners is a veterinarian owned and managed regional network of over 400 animal hospitals with the common goal of providing the highest quality veterinary care to companion animals with exceptional client experiences. -
DirectorGreat Lakes Dental Partners Nov 2014 - PresentChicago, Illinois, UsGreat Lakes Dental Group (Chicago, IL) is a dental support organization based in the Midwest. Our affiliated dental offices provide general and specialty dentistry services including fillings and crowns, dentures, bridges, dental implants, teeth whitening, veneers, tooth extractions, root canals, and X-rays. -
InvestorLamplighter Partners Llc 2008 - PresentManagement of my own private capital and that of other high net worth investors on a club basis.
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DirectorSpecialdocs Consultants Feb 2016 - Nov 2023Highland Park, Il, UsSpecialdocs Consultants, LLC is a pioneer in transitioning traditional medical practices nationwide to independent, custom-designed concierge models. Our unique approach ensures that physicians retain autonomy, with their own names at the forefront of the practice. Specialdocs’ highly experienced staff, along with our reputation for success and integrity across the country, allows us to remain the leader in transitioning more physicians to this independent model than any other company. We provide all the essentials and ongoing support for a successful concierge medicine practice - patient communications, staff and physician training, accounting and membership fee processing, patient outreach and marketing programs, legal counsel - and we continue to support our physicians throughout the transition process and beyond. -
DirectorInnovia Medical Feb 2015 - Apr 2023Innovia Medical Products designs, engineers and manufactures surgical products. In addition to its InstruSafe® instrument protection line for infection control and sterilization in the critical care market, the Company manufactures ear, nose, and throat (ENT), ophthalmic and cosmetic surgery products through the Summit Medical, Shippert Medical, Network Medical, and Eagle Laboratories business segments.
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DirectorNavia Benefit Solutions, Inc. Nov 2017 - Feb 2021Renton, Washington, UsNavia Benefit Solutions (Renton, WA) is a third-party administrator of flexible spending accounts (“FSA”) and other tax-advantaged benefits including Commuter and Transit Benefits, Health Savings Accounts (“HSA”), Health Reimbursement Arrangements (“HRA”) and COBRA services. Navia has historically focused on public-sector and technology employers throughout the U.S. Navia offerings help consumers to manage first dollar out-of-pocket healthcare expenses. -
DirectorScp Pediatric Therapy Services May 2014 - Jun 2018SCP PTS is a contract provider of Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists to school districts nationwide.
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DirectorFastpace Urgent Care 2013 - Aug 2016Fast Pace provides urgent care services to more than 20 communities in middle Tennessee. We are one of the fastest growing companies in the State, and in the industry.
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DirectorClearpath Diagnostics Sep 2011 - Jun 2016ClearPath Diagnostics is a Syracuse, New York-based provider of diagnostic testing services to hospitals and physician groups. The Company focuses on the women’s health market and has developed a reputation for clinical excellence and customer service within the Central New York medical community.
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DirectorFabrico Metal Fab Nov 2010 - Jul 2014Board of Directors -
DirectorSirona Infusion Jun 2010 - Oct 2013Sirona Infusion provides infusion products and services for in-home patients across the western United States.
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DirectorMichigan Rehabilitation Specialists May 2012 - Aug 2013Provider of Physical and Occupational Therapy for Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
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DirectorPatina Solutions Nov 2009 - Feb 2012Brookfield, Wi, UsPatina Solutions® deploys experienced, successful professionals, generally over the age of 50, to help companies meet workload needs or fill knowledge gaps -
ChairmanMarshfield Door Systems 2005 - 2008
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Managing DirectorWind Point Partners 1988 - 2008Private Equity and Venture Capital
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ChairmanMbi Benefits (Medibank) 1997 - 2005
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ChairmanAlloyd Corporation 1989 - 2003
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DirectorPower Trends 1990 - 1999
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President, Recording Systems DivisionGould Inc. 1975 - 1988Manufacturer of test and measurement instruments and systems with plants in seven countries around the world.
James Forrest Education Details
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Michigan State UniversityElectrical Engineering -
Harvard Business SchoolBusiness
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James Forrest works for Firmapak
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James Forrest's current role is Director.
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James Forrest attended Michigan State University, Harvard Business School.
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