Live Ventures Inc. (NASDAQ: LIVE) is a diversified holding company engaged in the acquisition, operation and restructuring of businesses across a range of industries. Since its founding in 2004, the company has pursued a strategy of identifying underperforming or undervalued enterprises and applying its operational expertise and capital resources to drive growth and improve profitability. Live Ventures holds interests in manufacturing, consumer products and casual dining, among other sectors.
In manufacturing, Live Ventures’ flagship subsidiary, Mag Instrument, designs and produces the Maglite line of flashlights and portable lighting products. Mag Instrument has built a strong brand reputation for quality and durability, with distribution channels extending throughout North America and into more than 80 international markets. The company’s manufacturing and distribution facilities support both retail and industrial customers, while ongoing product development efforts focus on next-generation LED technologies and rechargeable lighting solutions.
On the consumer side, Live Ventures has owned and operated a number of restaurant and retail concepts. Among these is Real Mex Restaurants, which operates full-service Mexican dining establishments under well-known banners such as El Torito, Acapulco and Chevy’s Fresh Mex. These concepts serve guests across California and select markets in the southwestern United States, offering a blend of casual dining, catering services and take-out options.
Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Live Ventures is led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John A. Hendrickson Jr., who has guided the company’s growth strategy since its inception. The senior management team combines deep transactional experience with operational and industry expertise to evaluate potential acquisitions, integrate new businesses and drive long-term value creation for shareholders.
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