Jerry R. Pasley

MacKay Shields LLC is a registered investment advisor headquartered in New York City. The original predecessor to the firm, MacKay-Shields Economics, was founded in 1938 as an economic consulting firm and it became MacKay Shields Financial Corp. (MSFC) in 1969. In 1984, MSFC was purchased by New York Life Insurance Co. (NYLIC). NYLIC established New York Life Investment Management Holdings LLC (NYLIM Holdings) in 1999 and transferred ownership of MSFC to NYLIM Holdings. In 1999, MSFC was converted to MacKay Shields LLC. The ownership, control and management of MacKay Shields did not change as a result of this conversion. The firm is wholly owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly-owned by NYLIC. MacKay Shields provides discretionary investment management services primarily to institutional clients. The firm is a signatory of the United Nation Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI).

Micro Focus (US), Inc. develops implements and supports proprietary, mixed source and open source software. Its solutions include visual cobol, terminal emulation, borland, corba and mainframe solutions. The firm helps to organizations securely deliver and manage computing services across physical, virtual and cloud computing environments. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Provo, UT.

eRoomSystem Technologies, Inc. engages in the development and provision of in-room technology. It offers Amenities Manager software applications. The company was founded on March 17, 1993 and is headquartered in Lakewood, NJ.

Ash Capital LLC invests in companies located in the United States. The fund focuses on companies operating in the fields of computers, biotechnology, manufacturing and hi-tech market segments. It provides financing for buyout transactions.

Glass 1989 SRL engages in the manufacture and retail of plumbing fixtures. Its products include shower enclosures, shower trays and wall panels, shower panels, bathtubs, multifunctional showers, saunas, and other furnishings and accessories. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Oderzo, Italy.

Sundance Spas, Inc. manufactures and distributes acrylic spas. Its products include portable and in-ground hot tubs; hot tub accessories, such as steps, sunscents, water purification systems for hot tubs and spas, spa cover lifters and accessories, spa filters for hot tubs, and hot tub covers; and heavy-duty synthetic stools, square planters, filter flossers, spa vacuums, quick drain extension hoses, water bacteria test strips, rubber ducks, spa caddies, hot tub drink trays, and soft seats. The company was founded in 1979 and is located in Chino, CA.

Utah Paper Box Co. manufactures custom folding cartons, rigid boxes, and hybrid packaging. The private company is based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Trilogy Equity Partners LLC (Trilogy Equity Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 2005 by John Stanton. The firm is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington.

Jacuzzi Brands Corp. engages in the manufacture and distribution of bath, plumbing, and backyard products for the residential, commercial, and institutional markets. Its products include whirlpool baths; outdoor hot tubs; showers; sanitary ware; bath tubs; and fixtures and accessories. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Chino Hills, CA.

Frontline Educational Products LLC provides reading education programs and materials and other literacy products for children. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Orem, UT.

Express Locations LLC owns and operates retail stores. It is a premium retailer for T-Mobile USA. The firm products include wireless, broadband and media carriers. The company was founded by Todd Heiner, Darren Yager and Jeff Heuple in 2006 and is headquartered in Wenatchee, WA.

Providence Management LLC (Providence Management) is a private equity firm founded in 1999 by Alan C. Ashton. The firm is headquartered in Lehi, Utah.

Part of JRjr33, Inc., Agel Enterprises LLC develops, produces, and distributes nutritional supplements and cosmetics in gel form. The company is based in Springville, UT. Agel Enterprises was acquired by JRjr33, Inc. on October 22, 2013 for $4.77 million.

Ridgeline Capital Group LLC provides investment and real estate development services. The private company is based in New York, NY. The company was founded by E. Todd Heiner.