Michael D. Heck

EF Johnson Technologies, Inc. develops and markets secure communications solutions. It offers portables, mobiles, ATLAS systems solutions and ATLAS systems products. The firm serves the first responders in the public safety and public service, federal government, state and military sectors. The company was founded by Edgar F. Johnson in 1923 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Saucony UK, Inc. (formerly Saucony, Inc.) designs and manufactures athletic footwear for men and women. It also manufactures walking, racing and trail shoes for men and women of all ages. The company was founded in 1898 and is headquaretred in Peabody, MA.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. LP (KKR) is a private equity subsidiary of KKR & Co. Inc founded in 1976 by Henry Kravis, George Roberts and Jerome Kohlberg. The firm is headquartered in New York.

American Gilsonite Co. engages in the mining and processing of hydrocarbon resin chemicals. Its products are used in the oil and gas drilling and other industrial applications. The firm sells its products to customers in primary markets including oil and gas, inks & paints, foundry and asphalt. The company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (GS&Co.) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1927, the firm is a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). GS&Co. provides services to help hedge funds manage risk, monitor portfolios, maintain liquidity and build their businesses. They offer clients access to global equity and derivatives markets, as well as foreign exchange, commodities, European Lefts, rates and credit across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The firm proactively monitors capital markets, searching for pockets of liquidity and news that may require changes to those strategies. Integration with the Goldman Sachs network gives clients access to the firm's sectored block trades and their insights into price discovery. Their electronic trading program provides clients with tools to manage their trades from pre-trade analytics to post-trade analysis.

Part of BLST Acquisition Co., LLC, Popular Club Plan is an American company that sells general merchandise through catalogs. Popular Club Plan was acquired by Bluestem Brands, Inc., a subsidiary of BLST Acquisition Co., LLC from TPG Capital LLC on December 02, 1998.

Central Hockey League operates a professional minor league hockey teams playing in small to medium-sized markets primarily in central and southwestern US states. The league, which was started in 1992, is managed and operated by WPHL, a subsidiary of Global Entertainment Corporation.

University of Houston System offers higher education degrees and job training or vocational study programs. It offers about 280 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in fields such as business, education, humanities and law. It was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

University of Miami (Florida) is a private research university with students from around the world that is focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. The university was founded in 1925 and it is headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

Cole Haan LLC manufactures and distributes footwear, handbags, apparel, and accessories. Its products include sandals, pumps, ballet flats, wedges, drivers, loafers, backpacks and clutches. The company was founded by Trafton Cole and Eddie Haan in 1928 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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.

Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America operates as a footwear trade association. It serves the full supply chain of the footwear industry, providing research, design, and development; manufacturing and distribution; and retail selling services. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce is a chamber of commerce based in Kansas City, MO. The CEO of the non-profit company is Terry D. Bassham.

Payless Holdings LLC engages in the operation of retail shoe stores. It provides lifestyle, fashion and performance brands for footwear and related accessories. The firm's portfolio brands include Airwalk, Dexter, Champion and American Eagle. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Topeka, KS.

Pepe Jeans USA, Inc. markets women and men jeans wear. It provides services through online retailing. The company is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Terra Capital Partners LLC is a real estate investment firm. The private company is based in New York, NY and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company was founded by Bruce D. Batkin, Simon J. Mildé, Gregory M. Pinkus.

Mount Kellett Capital Management LP (Mount Kellett) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor and hedge fund manager headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by Mark McGoldrick and Jason Maynard in 2008. Mount Kellett provides investment management and related services to private pooled investment vehicles (Mount Kellett Funds) and managed accounts for institutional investors.

Phillips Feed Service, Inc. engages in the distribution of pet foods and grooming products. It serves pet stores, aquatic stores, feed and farm stores, groomers, veterinarians and humane organizations. The company was founded by Ralph O. Phillips in 1938 and is headquartered in Easton, PA.

J.G. Wentworth & Co., Inc. provides mortgage and other financial services. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

Exide Technologies SAS manufactures batteries for automotive industry. The company was founded by W.W. Gibbs in 1888 and is headquartered in Gennevilliers, France.

Payless ShoeSource Canada, Inc. retails footwear and accessories. The company was founded on February 2, 2014 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Collective Brands, Inc. is a private group led by Wolverine Worldwide, Blum Capital, and Golden Gate Capital. The private company is based in Kansas City.

TOMS Shoes LLC manufactures shoes for men and women. It provides shoes, slip-ons, sandals, wedges, flats, lace ups, boots and slippers. The firm also offers eyewear, bags and coffee products. The company was founded by Blake Mycoskie in 2006 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

e.l.f. Cosmetics, Inc. manufactures and retails beauty product. The firm offers beauty products for eyes, lips, face, and skin care and beauty tools. It provides complete line of makeup and professional tools. The company was founded by Joseph A. Shamah and Scott Vincent Borba in June 2004 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Sperry is a footwear company that offers a variety of stylish shoes for men and women, including boat shoes, sandals, and boots. The private company is based in Burlington, MA. Sperry is known for its authentic original boat shoes made of canvas and leather, which are perfect for a relaxed style. Additionally, Sperry has collaborated with Kerby to create a unique collection of shoes. The company offers free shipping and easy returns on all orders.

Terra Property Trust, Inc. operates as a real estate investment trust. It originates, structures, funds and manages commercial real estate credit investments, including mezzanine loans, first mortgage loans, subordinated mortgage loans and preferred equity investments. The company was founded on December 31, 2015 and is headquartered in New York, NY.