The Heico Companies is a holding company that owns a portfolio of businesses in the aerospace, defense, and electronics industries. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Hollywood, Florida. Heico's businesses provide a range of products and services, including aircraft parts, electronic components, and defense equipment. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and Asia and serves customers in the commercial, military, and general aviation markets. Heico has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Forbes magazine.