Leora Ellison

Michaels Stores, Inc. owns and operates a chain of specialty retail stores. It provides arts, crafts, framing, floral, home décor and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself home decorator. The firm's crafting classes, in-store events, project sheets and displays, mobile applications and on-line videos; they offer a shopping experience that can inspire creativity and confidence in their customers' artistic abilities. The company was founded by Michael J. Dupey in 1983 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

EII Capital Management, Inc. (EII) is an investment management firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by Christian Lange and Richard Adler in 1983 as European Investors, Inc. They are a wholly-owned subsidiary of EII Capital Holding, Inc. EII provides real estate securities portfolio management services to US and non-US clients and entities.

PLATINUM Technology International, Inc. develops and sells system management and database tools for client server systems. The company was founded by Andrew J. Filipowski in April 1987 and is headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

Apropos Technology, Inc. develops and markets multi-channel interaction management application. The company provides software that manages and monitors customer interaction through communication media such as e-mail, web and voice. Its software is used by customer service call centers, sales and marketing communications and combines internet and telephone functions to let customer service representatives communicate by telephone, email, fax and web. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

MacLean-Fogg Co. engages in the manufacturing of engineering products and component parts. It operates through the following businesses: MacLean-Fogg component solutions and MacLean power systems. The MacLean Power Systems segment manufactures products for electric utility, telecommunications and civil markets. The MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions segment manufactures fastener components, engineered components, engineered plastics and linkage and suspension components for automotive, heavy truck and other diverse industries. The company was founded by John MacLean Sr. and Jack Fogg in 1925 and is headquartered in Mundelein, IL.

Presto Stores Ltd. wholesales and distributes frozen food. The company was founded on March 12, 1964 and is headquartered in Bradford, WY.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

The Commercial Club of Chicago works to shape the future of the region to make it a better place for everyone to live, work, and do business. The non-profit company is based in Chicago, IL. The company's civic committee has announced violence reduction goals and commitments to help address public safety.

International Council of Shopping Centers, Inc. serves the global retail real estate industry. Its programs include webinars, global awards program, exhibit, sponsorship and advertising, opportunities. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

The Urban Land Institute operates as a non-commercial research organization. It provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. The company was founded on December 14, 1936 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Young Presidents' Organization, Inc. is a global leadership community of over 30,000 chief executives from 142 countries. The non-profit company is based in Irving, TX and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The company's mission is to help its members become better leaders and better people. The company was founded in 1950 by Ray Hickok, Khalid Mohamed Jassem Kanoo. Thayer Smith has been the CEO of the company since 2007.

Food Marketing Institute, Inc. develops, promotes, and conducts programs in public affairs, food safety, research, education and industry relations. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

The Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber of Commerce operates as a chamber of commerce association. The private company is based in Cincinnati, OH and has subsidiaries in the United States. Jill P. Meyer has been the CEO of the company since 2015.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra provides live orchestra presentations. The firm performs as the Cincinnati Pops, is one of America’s finest ensembles. The company was founded in 1895 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Safeway Construction Co., Inc. provides construction and development services. It offers pre-construction, construction management, and general contracting services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Dunnhumby USA LLC is a leader in customer data science and analytics. The private company is based in Cincinnati, OH. The company specializes in working with brands, grocery retail, retail pharmacy, and retailer financial services.

UBS Investment Bank provides investment banking and securities brokerage services. Its clients include institutional and corporate clients, intermediaries, governments, and hedge funds. The firm also provides merger and acquisition advisory, private placement, investment research, foreign exchange, equity, and leverage finance advisory services. The firm is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Part of Target Corp., Target Canada Co. operates discount stores and a supermarket chain. The private company is based in Mississauga, Canada.

84.51? provides data analytic services. The firm provides business development services. The company is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

Inventrust Properties Corp. (Investment Management) (IVT-IM) is the investment management division of Inventrust Properties Corp., (NYSE: IVT), a real estate investment trust headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. Founded in 2014, IVT-IM manages retail portfolios.

Target Real Estate LLP is a British company that provides real estate services. The private company is based in Manchester, UK. The company was founded in 2015.

San Prop Advisors, LLC provides real estate services. The private company is based in Estero, FL.

JLP Asset Management LLC (JLP) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by James Rehlaender in 2014 and formerly known as Northwood Securities LLC and Jaguar Listed Property LLC. JLP provides investment advisory services to separately managed accounts, which includes clients that may be deemed pooled investment vehicles, mutual fund, and commingled investment vehicles.

The Economic Club of Chicago provides platform to discuss economic, business and social issues. The company was founded by Lucius Teter in 1927 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Heart of America Group is an American company that owns and operates a portfolio of restaurants, hotels, and commercial developments. The private company started with a single 100-seat restaurant in 1978 and has since grown to become an award-winning business.