Robert David Burkeman

Southern Methodist University is a private university near the center of Dallas, SMU offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through seven schools in the humanities and sciences, business, the performing, visual, and communication arts, engineering, education and human development, law, and theology.

Golden Opportunities Fund Inc, a labor-sponsored venture investment fund, seeks investment opportunities in small to middle market companies located in Saskatchewan and Manitoba in Canada. The fund targets companies operating in broad range of sectors and industries. It provides financing for early and growth stage capital requirements.

Part of Arbell Electronics, Inc., Arbell, Inc. is a Canadian company that offers a wide range of production equipment and supplies for the electronics industry. The company is based in Burlington, Canada and offers products such as production lighting and magnification equipment, static protection, soldering and rework products, and more. Arbell was acquired by Arbell Electronics, Inc. from Lista Holding AG on February 13, 2008. With over 10,000 in-stock parts and access to thousands more from over 80 industry-leading manufacturers, customers can choose from a variety of top name brands.

Part of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd., Saskcan Pulse Trading, Inc. is a Canadian company that processes pulse and special crops. The company is based in Regina, Canada. The company was founded by Hüseyin Arslan, Murad Al-Katib. Saskcan Pulse Trading was acquired by Alliance Grain Traders Income Fund on August 02, 2007 for $8.46 million.

Part of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd., Alliance Pulse Processors, Inc. operates lentil processing businesses. The company is based in Regina, Canada. Murad Al-Katib has been the CEO of the Canadian company since 2007.

The Arbel Group processes and exports agricultural and textile products. The company's products include pulses, pasta, grains, confectionary commodities, fruits, edible oils, paste, dairy and jams. It also manufactures blankets, home textiles, construction materials, steel bar, electrical cables and jute bags. The Arbel Group provides transportation, construction and tourism services. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Mersin, Turkey.

Alliance Grain Traders, Inc. /Manitoba Bean Division/ is a Canadian company that processes and sells lentils and other types of grains.

YDA Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret AS is engaged in construction services. The company is headquartered in Ankara, Turkey.

Part of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd., Durum Gida Sanayi VE Ticaret a S is a leading producer of pasta and semolina in Turkey. Founded in 2002, the company operates modern facilities in Mersin and produces high-quality pasta under the Arbella brand for both domestic and international markets. The company is located in Mersin, Turkey. The Turkish company uses 100%% durum wheat and employs computer-controlled integrated modern production facilities to ensure consistent quality. The company is committed to producing safe and high-quality products and adheres to national and international legal requirements. Durum Gida is dedicated to continuous improvement and uses modern technologies to increase efficiency and productivity. The company's products are certified by reputable organizations and are considered to be of good quality.

Canadian Special Crops Association provides solutions for international special crops market. The firm represents companies involved in the merchandising of Canadian pulse and special crops, including bean, chickpea, lentil, pea, canary seed, buckwheat, sunflower seed and mustard seed. It offers a range of services in relation to market access, transportation and market development for the entire value chain, from production through processing. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada.

Pulse Canada represents growers, processors and traders of pulse crops. The firm focuses on human health and nutrition as well as the development of animal nutrition markets for feed peas. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Winnnipeg, Canada.

European Tobacco SA is a Romanian company that manufactures and distributes tobacco. The private company is based in Bucharest, Romania.

TÜBITAK, or the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey, is a research institution founded in 1963 and based in Ankara, Turkey. with subsidiaries in Turkey. The institution conducts research and innovation initiatives in various fields, including mathematics, physics, and technology. TÜBITAK also provides support programs, scholarships, and competitions for students and researchers. The institution collaborates with other countries and organizations to support multinational research and innovation projects.

Best Cooking Pulses, Inc. supplies peas, pulse flours, and pea fiber. The private company is based in Portage la Prairie, Canada.

AGT Terminal East, Inc. operates as an acquisition vehicle which engages in acquiring business interest of other related companies. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.

Ulak Haberlesme AS engages in the engineering of mobile and broadband communication systems used by commercial network operators. Its other activities include research and development, system installation, marketing, sales, exporting, as well as provision of trainings and customer support. The company was founded on April 20, 2017 and is headquartered in Ankara, Turkey.

Economic Development Regina, Inc. is a not-for-profit public-private partnership that serves as the lead agency for economic development and tourism marketing for the greater Regina area. The organization is governed by a volunteer board of directors, with the city of Regina as its sole shareholder. Economic Development Regina connects people with opportunities to enhance the quality of life and prosperity for citizens. Regina, Canada is where the private company is based, and it offers low corporate income tax rates, low operating costs, and competitive, targeted incentives for businesses. Economic Development Regina also promotes Regina as a great destination through its place brand platform. The organization's CEO, Chris Lane, has been leading the Canadian company since 2022.