Mark Adams
Founder at SOZO Global, Inc.
Net worth: 118 M $ as of 2024-03-30
Profile
Mark E.
Adams is the founder of Small Business United LLC (2008), Kind Health LLC (2008), Advocate, MD Financial Group, Inc. (2003), SOZO Global, Inc. (2009), Murphy Adams Restaurant Group (2007), Waterloo Medical Labs LLC (2016), Direct Biologics LLC (2018), and Md Financial Group, Inc. (2003).
He is also the founder of Direct Sales Forge LLC, Olympic Capital Partners LLC, Direct Mobile LLC, Sustainability Initiatives LLC, US Lab Group LLC, American Protective Products LLC, and Austin Electric Vehicles, Inc. Mr. Adams's current jobs include Chairman at Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc., Director at Astrogenetix, Inc., Director at 1st Detect Corp., Founding Partner at Endowment Development Group LP, Founding Partner at Viva Chocolate LLC, and Founding Partner at Cattlemen's Restaurant Group LLC.
Mr. Adams's former jobs include Chief Executive Officer at Employers Test Management Group LLC, Independent Director at Astrotech Corp., Director at Power Station LLC, Lead Independent Director at XPEL, Inc., Director at KLD Energy Technologies, Inc., Director-Global Sales at Bostik, Inc., Director at Sundance LLC, President & Director at Renew Interests LLC, Director at The Affordable Housing Development Fund, Inc., and Director at AYRO, Inc. Mr. Adams's education history includes an undergraduate degree from Texas State University.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
XPEL, INC.
7.92% | 2023-05-31 | 2,187,751 ( 7.92% ) | 118 M $ | 2024-03-30 |
Mark Adams active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
1st Detect Corp.
 1st Detect Corp. Chemicals: Major DiversifiedProcess Industries 1st Detect Corp. develops miniature chemical detectors for the chemical detection market. It serves security, defense, healthcare, industrial process control, critical infrastructure and first responders markets. The company is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Director/Board Member | - |
| Cattlemen's Restaurant Group LLC | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
| Viva Chocolate LLC | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc.
 Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc. Life/Health InsuranceFinance Part of The Doctors Co., Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc. provides insurance products to the health care industry. The private company is based in Austin, TX. | Chairman | - |
| Endowment Development Group LP | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
SOZO Global, Inc.
 SOZO Global, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services SOZO Global, Inc. distributes and provides skin care products. It offers Renew HC and Restore KG which supports the body's natural detoxification mechanisms and elimination pathways. The company was founded by Marks E. Adam and John A. Constantine on March 18, 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Founder | 2009-03-17 |
Astrogenetix, Inc.
 Astrogenetix, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Part of Astrotech Corp., Astrogenetix, Inc. engages in research and development of novel therapeutic products. The private company is based in Austin, TX. The CEO of the company is Thomas Boone Pickens. | Director/Board Member | - |
Direct Biologics LLC
 Direct Biologics LLC Pharmaceuticals: OtherHealth Technology Direct Biologics LLC engages in the development and manufacture of regenerative medical products. It offers AmnioFlo, XoFlo, and AmnioWrap2. The company was founded by Joe Schmidt and Mark Adams and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO. | Chief Executive Officer | 2017-12-31 |
Former positions of Mark Adams
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Training of Mark Adams
| Texas State University | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 4 |
|---|---|
| JOHNSON & JOHNSON | Health Technology |
| ASTROTECH CO. | Electronic Technology |
| XPEL, INC. | Consumer Durables |
| AYRO, INC. | Producer Manufacturing |
| Private companies | 33 |
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Xerox Corp.
 Xerox Corp. Computer PeripheralsElectronic Technology Xerox Corp. engages in the integration of paper and digital products. The firm offers home, office, office laser, multifunction and all in one printer, digital sheet-fed printing presses and scanner. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT. | Electronic Technology |
Power Station LLC
 Power Station LLC Electronic Production EquipmentElectronic Technology Power Station LLC provides technology solutions to airport travelers. Its product PowerPort offers internet access, laptop rentals, battery charging for cell phones, and other electronic equipment. The company was founded by Henry Mauriss in 2002 and is headquartered in Orange, CA. | Electronic Technology |
Advocate, MD Financial Group, Inc.
 Advocate, MD Financial Group, Inc. Multi-Line InsuranceFinance Advocate, MD Financial Group, Inc. provides medical liability insurance services. It also offers claims and risk management services. The company was founded Mark Adams in July 2003 and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Finance |
| Endowment Development Group LP | |
KLD Energy Technologies, Inc.
 KLD Energy Technologies, Inc. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing KLD Energy Technologies, Inc. develops propulsion technologies for the electric vehicle markets. The firm’s oneDRIVE propulsion and generation system is composed of integrated components that are specifically designed for each other and optimized for peak performance and efficiency. The company was founded in 2007 by Christian Gerard Okonsky and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Producer Manufacturing |
SOZO Global, Inc.
SOZO Global, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services SOZO Global, Inc. distributes and provides skin care products. It offers Renew HC and Restore KG which supports the body's natural detoxification mechanisms and elimination pathways. The company was founded by Marks E. Adam and John A. Constantine on March 18, 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Distribution Services |
Bostik, Inc.
 Bostik, Inc. Industrial SpecialtiesProcess Industries Bostik, Inc. manufactures chemicals and adhesives. It offers flooring installation systems and construction and industrial adhesive and sealant. The company was founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Wauwatosa, WI. | Process Industries |
Murphy Adams Restaurant Group
 Murphy Adams Restaurant Group RestaurantsConsumer Services Murphy Adams Restaurant Group owns and operates fast-casual restaurants. It acts as franchisor for Mama Fu's Asian House Restaurants. The company offers Asian cuisine, including Chinese, Japanese, and Korean dishes. The company operates in six states, including Florida, Georgia, and Texas. Murphy Adams Restaurant Group was founded by Randy Murphy and is headquartered in Austin, TX | Consumer Services |
Ward Adhesives, Inc.
 Ward Adhesives, Inc. Industrial SpecialtiesProcess Industries At Ward Adhesives, they have been 'Adhering to a Higher Standard' since 1988. They deliver on that promise through unmatched Technical Sales expertise and its world-class formulating partner, Adherent Labs. The firm's customer focus is why they are a world leader in supplying high-performance industrial adhesives. Ward specializes in adhesives solutions for the consumer products Packaging, Product Assembly and Graphic Arts industries, and supports the markets those industries serve. By helping customers improve their processes and optimize profitability through insightful, experience-based adhesives recommendations. | Process Industries |
| Small Business United LLC | |
| Nitta-Findley Co. | |
| Sundance LLC | |
| Employers Test Management Group LLC | |
| Viva Chocolate LLC | |
| Bostik's J. V. Co. | |
Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc.
Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc. Life/Health InsuranceFinance Part of The Doctors Co., Advocate, MD Insurance of the Southwest Inc. provides insurance products to the health care industry. The private company is based in Austin, TX. | Finance |
Astrogenetix, Inc.
Astrogenetix, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Part of Astrotech Corp., Astrogenetix, Inc. engages in research and development of novel therapeutic products. The private company is based in Austin, TX. The CEO of the company is Thomas Boone Pickens. | Health Technology |
1st Detect Corp.
1st Detect Corp. Chemicals: Major DiversifiedProcess Industries 1st Detect Corp. develops miniature chemical detectors for the chemical detection market. It serves security, defense, healthcare, industrial process control, critical infrastructure and first responders markets. The company is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Process Industries |
Renew Interests LLC
 Renew Interests LLC Internet RetailRetail Trade Renew Interests LLC provides nutritional health products and services. The company yis headquartered in Las Vegas, NV. | Retail Trade |
Direct Sales Forge LLC
 Direct Sales Forge LLC Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Direct Sales Forge LLC develops a software platform for systems-oriented architecture. The private company is based in Austin. The American company was founded by Mark E. Adams. | Technology Services |
The Affordable Housing Development Fund, Inc.
 The Affordable Housing Development Fund, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Affordable Housing Development Fund, Inc. operates a housing association. | Commercial Services |
| Waterloo Medical Labs LLC | |
| Kind Health LLC | |
| Olympic Capital Partners LLC | |
| Direct Mobile LLC | |
Direct Biologics LLC
Direct Biologics LLC Pharmaceuticals: OtherHealth Technology Direct Biologics LLC engages in the development and manufacture of regenerative medical products. It offers AmnioFlo, XoFlo, and AmnioWrap2. The company was founded by Joe Schmidt and Mark Adams and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO. | Health Technology |
AYRO, Inc. /Old/
 AYRO, Inc. /Old/ Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing AYRO, Inc. designs and manufactures compact, sustainable electric vehicle solutions. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Round Rock, TX. | Producer Manufacturing |
| Md Financial Group, Inc. | |
| Sustainability Initiatives LLC | |
| US Lab Group LLC | |
| American Protective Products LLC | |
| Austin Electric Vehicles, Inc. | |
| Cattlemen's Restaurant Group LLC |
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