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Carlson Companies, Inc. Overview

Address

701 Carlson Pkwy. Minnetonka, 
MN 55305 United States
Phone: 763-212-5000
Fax:763-212-2219

Carlson Companies, Inc. Rankings

#84 in Forbes Largest Private Companies (November 2011)

Company Description

Carlson Companies began in 1938 as the Gold Bond Stamp Company, but has evolved into a leisure services juggernaut. The company owns a majority (55%) of travel giant Carlson Wagonlit. Its Carlson Hotels Worldwide owns and operates approximately 1,000 hotels in more than 70 countries under brands such as Radisson, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson, and Park Plaza. In addition, its Carlson Restaurants Worldwide includes the T.G.I. Friday's and Pick Up Stix chains. Chairman Marilyn Carlson Nelson and director Barbara Carlson Gage, daughters of founder Curtis Carlson, each own half of Carlson Companies.

Carlson Companies, Inc. Company Profile Report

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Hoover's industry experts provide proprietary editorial analysis supplemented with content from multiple data sources to bring you the Company Profile Report. The depth of each report varies, so be sure to view the sample and review the report contents listed next.

 

Sections Included in Report

  • Company Overview
  • Company Description
  • Company History
  • People
  • Biographies
  • Historical Events
  • Industry Information
  • Financial Summary
  • Historical Financials
  • Competitors List

    Company Profile Report Highlights

    • Company Description

      Quickly grasp how a company operates and understand its current business environment.

    • Industry Information

      Identify the often times disparate industries a company does business in, and find the corresponding SIC and NAICS codes.

    • Biographies

      Learn the background and technology interests of the company's executives, to better understand possible growth directions.

    • Company History

      When you want to know where a company is going, you'll be helped by first knowing where it's been. Use this to get up to speed on a company's history.

    • Key People

      Uncover the roles and responsibilities of the management team and identify the correct decision maker, so you are sure to talk to the right contact.

    • Company Financials

      Review key financial information to gauge health and growth potential.

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    Overview

    The US tire wholesaler industry includes about 1,200 companies with combined annual revenue of about $25 billion. Major companies include American Tire Distributors and TBC Corporation. The industry is concentrated: the 50 largest companies generate about 70 percent of revenue.

    SIC: 5014

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    Sample Questions & Answers

    How sharply would the company be affected if it lost its main supplier?

    Most wholesalers depend highly on a few large suppliers. Because of industry consolidation in the past decade, the four largest manufacturers account for 75 percent of US production. Consequently, wholesalers have reduced power to negotiate favorable...

     

    How does the company protect itself from higher fuel costs?

    Because they distribute a heavy product with a fairly low profit margin, tire wholesalers are vulnerable to increases in fuel costs, as prices for gas or diesel can increase 50 percent within a year. If higher delivery costs are passed to customers,...

     

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    General Report Description

    Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

     

    Sections Included in Report

    • Industry Overview
    • Quarterly Industry Update
    • Business Challenges
    • Trends and Opportunities
    • Call Preparation Questions
    • Financial Information
    • Industry Forecast
    • Website and Media Links
    • Glossary of Acronyms

      Industry Report Highlights:

      • Recent Developments

        Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

      • Trends & Opportunities

        Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

      • Call Preparation Questions

        Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

      • Industry Forecast

        Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

      • Business Challenges

        Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

      • Executive Insight

        Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

      • Financial Information

        Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

      • Web Links & Acronyms

        Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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      Overview

      The US hotel, motel, and resort industry consists of about 40,000 companies that operate about 50,000 properties, with combined annual revenue of about $120 billion. Large US companies include Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and Wyndham Worldwide. The industry is fragmented: the 50 largest companies generate about 45 percent of revenue.

      SIC: 7011

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      Sample Questions & Answers

      How does the company handle ups and downs in business and leisure travel?

      With the possible exception of the luxury segment, the hotel industry is sensitive to the health of the national economy, which affects the number and frequency of business and tourist travelers, the major customer segments. National personal income,...

       

      Which reservation systems are most important to the company's success?

      Access to one of several large computer reservation systems is critical to success for most hotels, as a vast majority of bookings is through the large systems. Hotel chains' and travel agencies' proprietary systems now compete with Web-based...

       

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      General Report Description

      Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

       

      Sections Included in Report

      • Industry Overview
      • Quarterly Industry Update
      • Business Challenges
      • Trends and Opportunities
      • Call Preparation Questions
      • Financial Information
      • Industry Forecast
      • Website and Media Links
      • Glossary of Acronyms

        Industry Report Highlights:

        • Recent Developments

          Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

        • Trends & Opportunities

          Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

        • Call Preparation Questions

          Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

        • Industry Forecast

          Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

        • Business Challenges

          Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

        • Executive Insight

          Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

        • Financial Information

          Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

        • Web Links & Acronyms

          Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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        Travel Agencies & Services Industry Report

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        Overview

        The US travel services industry includes about 17,000 companies with combined annual revenue of about $35 billion. Major companies include Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Expedia, Sabre Holdings (which owns Travelocity), and the travel agency operations of American Express. The industry is concentrated: the 50 largest companies account for about 60 percent of revenue.

        SIC: 4724, 4725, 4729, 7389

        NAICS: 561591, 561520, 561510, 561599

         

        Sample Questions & Answers

        How has the company managed fluctuations in business and leisure travel?

        Air travel is closely connected to the strength of the US economy, partly because of business travel and partly because personal travel depends heavily on income. Terrorism or natural disaster fears can easily prompt tourists to cancel vacation plans.

         

        How is the agency addressing increased online competition?

        Travelers can easily pass over traditional travel agents and third party travel websites by booking directly with airlines and hotels. In order to remain competitive, large online travel agents such as Expedia, Travelocity, and Orbitz, have...

         

        To read this full Call Prep Question and others, purchase the full report.

         

        General Report Description

        Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

         

        Sections Included in Report

        • Industry Overview
        • Quarterly Industry Update
        • Business Challenges
        • Trends and Opportunities
        • Call Preparation Questions
        • Financial Information
        • Industry Forecast
        • Website and Media Links
        • Glossary of Acronyms

          Industry Report Highlights:

          • Recent Developments

            Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

          • Trends & Opportunities

            Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

          • Call Preparation Questions

            Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

          • Industry Forecast

            Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

          • Business Challenges

            Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

          • Executive Insight

            Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

          • Financial Information

            Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

          • Web Links & Acronyms

            Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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          Overview

          The US restaurant industry includes about 480,000 restaurants with combined annual revenue of about $400 billion. Major companies include McDonald's; YUM! Brands (KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell); and Darden Restaurants (Olive Garden, Red Lobster). The industry is highly fragmented: the 50 largest companies hold just 20 percent of the market.

          SIC: 5812

          NAICS: 722212, 722211, 722110, 722213

           

          Sample Questions & Answers

          How have changes in food and beverage costs affected the company's profitability?

          Unstable manufacturer prices for ingredients used in restaurants can significantly impact restaurant profitability. Commodity markets affect wholesale prices for beef, poultry, and fish, where prices can change more than 10 percent in a single year.

           

          How has the company's competition changed over time?

          Restaurants face increasing competition from a broad range of businesses vying for consumers' food dollars. Grocery stores and warehouse clubs are providing more ready-to-eat meals and sides, often at a better value than restaurants. Convenience...

           

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          General Report Description

          Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

           

          Sections Included in Report

          • Industry Overview
          • Quarterly Industry Update
          • Business Challenges
          • Trends and Opportunities
          • Call Preparation Questions
          • Financial Information
          • Industry Forecast
          • Website and Media Links
          • Glossary of Acronyms

            Industry Report Highlights:

            • Recent Developments

              Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

            • Trends & Opportunities

              Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

            • Call Preparation Questions

              Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.

            • Industry Forecast

              Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.

            • Business Challenges

              Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

            • Executive Insight

              Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

            • Financial Information

              Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

            • Web Links & Acronyms

              Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

            Restaurants Industry Report

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