Richard W. Gilbert

Allied Capital Corp, a business development company, invests in private middle market companies located in the US. The fund target companies across a broad range of sectors with an EBITDA of $5 - $150 million. It provides debt and equity financing for buyout transactions and also makes minority equity co-investments. It also invests in private equity and debt funds.

Quest Specialty Chemicals, Inc. formulates, manufactures, and markets coatings engineered to repair, restore, and preserve customer assets. It serves a variety of industries, including the commercial re-roofing end markets. The company was founded by Frederick A. Quinn in 2003 and is headquartered in Charleston, SC.

Heller Financial, Inc. provided mercantile financing. It was acquired by GE Capital Corp. The company was located in Chicago, IL

Detroit Regional Chamber operates as a chamber of commerce. Its activities and initiatives are centered on four strategic pillars: economic development, regional collaboration, education reform and member value. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Ross Education LLC provides allied healthcare training programs and related services. Its programs include medical assistant, dental assistant, pharmacy technician, veterinary assistant and nursing. The company was founded by J. M. Ross in 1969 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Ross Learning, Inc. provides postsecondary education and training services. The firm has two divisions Ross Medical Education Centers and Ross' Innovative Employment Solutions. The company was founded by J.M. Ross in 1969 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI.

Apex Laboratories International, Inc. offers product research and development services. It provides services to the commercial and governmental concerns for chemical, biological and standards testing. The company is headquartered in Delaware.

Southern Staircase is the leading manufacturer, distributor and installer of high-quality, customized curved and straight staircases and handrail systems used in residential construction. The company’s manufacturing facilities serve large, volume homebuilders and custom builders throughout the Southeastern United States, including Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and North Florida.

Part of Ross Education LLC, Ross Learning LLC/Management is a private group led by management.

Superior Capital Partners LLC (Superior Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2007. The firm is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.

Guest Services, Inc. operates as a hospitality management company. It offers dining services, resorts and hotels, recreational opportunities, retail outlets, special events, condominium management and fresh produce distribution. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Fairfax, VA.

Waud Capital Partners LLC (Waud Capital Partners) is an Independent Private Equity firm. The firm is founded in 1993 by Reeve Byron Waud. It is headquartered in Chicago,US.

Huron Capital Partners LLC (Huron Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 1999. The firm is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.

R Street Institute operates as a public policy research organization. The private company is based in Washington.

Ares Management Corp (Ares Management) is a private equity firm, a subsidiary of Ares Capital Management LLC founded in 1997 by Michael J Arougheti. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Part of Community FSB Holding Co., Community Federal Savings Bank is a federally chartered savings bank based in Woodhaven, NY.

Econ Illinois offers Workshops and courses for K-12 educators that deliver both content and pedagogy designed to integrate economic and financial education. It specializes in personal finance education, economic education, k-12 grade professional development, k-12 grade curriculum, and programming. The company was founded on August 3, 1951 and is headquartered in DeKalb, IL.

The Great Books Foundation is a non-profit organization that originated the shared inquiry method of teaching and learning. The organization is based in Streamwood, IL, and is led by CEO Valentina Texera-Parissi. The American company creates reading and discussion programs for students, teachers, and adult learners, with a focus on advancing critical, reflective thinking and social and civic engagement. The non-profit company's flagship program, Junior Great Books, has been a favorite of teachers and students for over 7 decades.