Jill Forster

Ares Management LLC is a SEC-registered investment advisor and global alternative investment manager headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The firm was founded in 1997 by Merritt Hooper, John Kissick and Antony Ressler. They are a subsidiary of Ares Management Holdings LP and their ultimate parent is Ares Management Corp. (NYSE: ARES). Ares Management provides investment advice to various pooled investment vehicles, other separately managed accounts and other institutional clients.

RealDefense LLC is a software development company based in Pasadena, CA. The company is known for its flagship product brands, including iolo System Mechanic® and SUPERAntiSpyware®. RealDefense has consistently earned top ratings from PC Magazine and protects over 3 million customers. The company's portfolio also features renowned privacy and security software brands such as Stopzilla, MyCleanID, MyCleanPC, USTechSupport, ioloVPN, GetMyDrivers, WarrantyStar, and Support.com. RealDefense's expertise in telemetry and AI enables strategic partnerships with leading brands, enabling the provision of white-labeled privacy, security, and productivity optimization features and services to enhance existing products. The company has subsidiaries in the United States, Canada, Philippines, and India. It was founded in 2017, and Gary Guseinov has been the CEO since then.

ARES Security Corp. engages in the provision of cyber security management solutions. Its services include security and response optimization, protection strategy development, and site surveys and assistance visits. It serves the commercial nuclear, air and sea ports, corporate and manufacturing, critical infrastructure, public safety, Department of Defense, call and data centers, sports and entertainment venues, campuses, mass transit, and healthcare sector. The company was founded on October 1, 2012 and is headquartered in Vienna, VA.

WaJao, Inc. provides a marketing platform for customer retention. It delivers personalization software that empowers brands to create the communication with their customers with the use of Artificial Intelligence. The company was founded by Hsiao Yueh Jao and Andrew Waage in 2010 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.

Part of Taguchi & Co. Ltd., Brooklyn Brands LLC is a company that produces cookies, cakes, breads, and pastries. The company is based in The Bronx, NY. The company was founded in 2015 by Seth Zalkin, Mickey Klein. Brooklyn Brands was acquired by Taguchi & Co. Ltd. on April 03, 2023.

Part of Vulcan Materials Co., Corbett Aggregates Co. LLC provides commercial and industrial site development and construction services. The company is based in Salem, NJ. Concrete, Inc., part of Vulcan Materials Co. from August 27, 2021 on April 10, 2017 for $52.60 million. Corbett Aggregates Co. was acquired by U.S.

WCA Waste Corp. engages in the provision of waste collection, recycling, and disposal services. The firm offers residential recycling, commercial dumpsters, special waste, portable toilets, and roll-off collection. The company was founded by Tom J. Fatjo, Jr. in 2000 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

White Energy, Inc. owns and operates ethanol plants. It produces ethanol. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Plano, TX.

Cosmetic Design Group LLC designs and formulates nail and cosmetic products. It provides services of cosmetic, nail, personal care, and store displays. The company is headquartered in Culver City, CA.

Shackleton Equity Partners LLC (Shackleton Equity) is a private equity firm founded in 2009. The firm is headquartered in El Segundo, California.

Datron World Communications, Inc. offers HF/VHF voice and data radio communications services. Its products include Strategic HF, Tactical, Unmanned, and commercial communication solutions. The firm offers security forces, and commercial users to establish and maintain critical voice, data, and video connectivity. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Vista, CA.

INI Power Systems, Inc. engages in the development of direct methanol laminar flow fuel cells. The company was founded by Larry J. Markoski in 2002 and is headquartered in Morrisville, NC.

T3 Expo LLC provides event and tradeshow solutions and products. It offers event design and production, trade shows, conferences, corporate events, project management, exhibitor services, exhibit design and production, computer-aided design, graphics, digital signage, shipping and logistics, electrical, installation and dismantle, and cleaning. The company was founded by Chris Valentine, Nate Derby, and Chris Young in September 2009 and is headquartered in Lakeville, MA.

Founded on a philosophy of personal attention and a commitment to details, ASM Sports has become one of the leading sports management firms in the world over the last 18 years. Over the last three years, ASM Sports has negotiated over 300 million dollars in NBA, sneaker, apparel, and endorsement contracts with companies such as Nike, Adidas, T-Mobile, American Express, and Pepsi - as well as many others. With 19 years of experience and a share of some of the top names in the NBA, including KEVIN GARNETT, CHAUNCEY BILLUPS, SEBASTIAN TELFAIR, ANTONIO MCDYESS, and ANDRE MILLER to name a few, they are well versed in the business of negotiating and representing players in all stages of their careers. At ASM SPORTS, they pride themselves on the fact that the players they represent are exceptional individuals both on and off the court. Along with representing players, they educate their clients on the business of professional sports. It is crucial that both their young players and veterans understand the business from every conceivable angle. This knowledge will help them make educated decisions that will direct their future in professional athletics and in life.

Gemspring Capital Management LLC (Gemspring Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2015 by Bret Weiner. The firm is headquartered in Westport, Connecticut.

Part of Curtis Mathes Corp., BCS LLC is a software development company that specializes in data recovery. The company is based in Rockingham, NC. BCS was acquired by Exosphere Aircraft Co., Inc. on January 10, 2011.

SpaceJet Media LLC provides online marketing services. The company is based in Chantilly, VA. The company was founded in 2002. David Antley has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

LinkTrust Technologies LLC develops digital marketing tracking system and affiliate management software. It offers affiliate management, campaign management, lead generation, lead distribution, customizable lead validation, fraud detection, mobile tracking, and geo-targeting. The company was founded by Bret S.D. Grow, Kate Grow, and Frank Ouimette in 2002 and is headquartered in Provo, UT.

The Credit Pros International Corp. offers a credit repair program designed to help consumers. It also offers credit damage and credit advice services. The company was founded by Jason M. Kaplan and Damon DeCrescenzo in 2009 and is headquartered in Newark, NJ.

Penango, Inc. provides web browser that allows people to send and receive authenticated and encrypted messages end-to-end on the Internet with standards-based, interoperable protocols. The company was founded by Sean Leonard and is headquartered in Sacramento, CA.

California Medical Evaluators provides management and marketing services. It offers worker’s compensation evaluations, independent medical evaluations, expert witness engagements, fitness for duty evaluations, disability evaluations, and deposition and trial preparation. The firm serves The company was founded by Gregory Marusak and Gabor Vari and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

iolo Technologies LLC develops, manufactures and supports software products. It offers System Mechanic, a personal computer performance optimization software; System Mechanic Professional, a suite of performance and security tools; Search and Recover, a data recovery tool for retrieving deleted files and photos; DriveScrubber, a software for secure data removal; and System Shield, an antivirus and antispyware software. The company is headquartered was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Pasadena, CA.

AnchorFree, Inc. provides online privacy and security solutions for internet users, advertisers, and publishers. The company was founded by Peter Hoag, David Gorodyansky, and Eugene Malobrodsky in 2005 and is headquartered in Redwood City, CA.

Supplier Management Solutions LLC provides supplier management, development, and quality services. It offers supplier health assessments, tool and machine maintenance plans, quality and manufacturing engineering, program management, and on-site shop floor management. The company was founded by Steve M. Clarke in 2007 and is headquartered in Temecula, CA.

Synergy Capital Markets Ltd. engages in the provision of investment management and consultancy services. It offers investment portfolio management, brokerage services, research and analysis activities, and financial consultancy. The company was founded by Yisrael Ben in 2006 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel.