Jim Shaughnessy

The Business Software Alliance, Inc. operates as an association of global software industry players. The firm pioneer’s compliance programs that promote legal software use and advocates for public policies that foster technology innovation and drive growth in the digital economy.T he company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

WildAid is a non-profit organization that aims to protect wildlife and vital habitats from critical threats such as illegal wildlife trade, consumption, and climate change. The organization is based in San Francisco, CA. The organization works towards reducing the consumption of illegal wildlife products, protecting priority marine areas, and addressing the impacts of climate change through behavior change campaigns. WildAid has a portfolio of celebrity ambassadors and a network of media partners that leverages more than $200 million in annual pro-bono media support.

PeopleSoft, Inc. provides enterprise software that ties together back-office applications and databases. Its software addresses such tasks as accounting, human resources management and supply chain management. PeopleSoft has expanded its product lines to include vertical applications for manufacturing firms and government agencies. In late 2003 Oracle launched a hostile attempt to purchase PeopleSoft, which ultimately agreed to be purchased for $10.3 billion in December 2004. Oracle completed the acquisition of the company in January 2005. PeopleSoft is located in Redwood Shores, CA.

Hogan & Hartson LLP provides legal services. Its is specialized in areas include energy, government contracts, immigration, and litigation. The company has offices in across Asia, Europe, Latin America and North America. Hogan & Hartston was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.