Norman L. D. Phillips

Ceradyne, Inc. develops and manufactures advanced ceramic systems and component for defense, industrial, nuclear power, oil and gas, solar energy, electronic, automotive, and medical markets. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA.

Southport Partners LP provides financial services. It offers investment banking services such as valuations, capital for fund managers, strategic partnerships, private placements of capital, and mergers and acquisitions. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Southport, CT.

Zacoro Metals Corp. mines and explores for gold and other metals. It engages in the mining of copper, gold, and zinc. The company is located in Toronto, Canada

Ford-Werke GmbH operates as a manufacturer of cars and trucks. Their services encompass vehicle repair, engine transmission and parts casting and forging. The company was founded in 1925 and is based in Cologne, Germany, with additional offices throughout the country.

The Pratt & Whitney Co., Inc. designs, manufactures, and services aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. It offers commercial engine, military engine, and auxiliary power units. The company was founded by Frederick Rentschler in 1925 and is headquartered in East Hartford, CT.

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants provides vocational education in accounting. The company provides services to the accounting community, regulatory bodies, and other organizations. It also operates in Jersey City, Washington, and Lewisville. It was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Johnsen Fretty & Co. LLC provides investment bank assisting services. The private company is based in Stamford, CT.

Financial Executives International enhances member professional development through peer networking, career planning services, conferences, publications and special reports, and research. Its members include Chief Financial Officers, Vice Presidents of Finance, Treasurers, and Controllers. The company was founded in December 1931 and is headquartered in Morristown, NJ.

IZEA is a world leader in social media sponsorships. Founded in 2006, they pioneered the cash sponsorship space and continue to deliver innovative platforms and campaigns for its clients. IZEA is a venture-backed company that has raised $10 million from leading investors. They are headquartered in Orlando, Florida and serve a diverse base of publishers and advertisers around the globe with its three core platforms. IZEA connects bloggers with advertisers. The company represents over 250,000 bloggers and 25,000 advertisers worldwide. Put simply, it helps advertisers identify people who will promote their products and services through their own social network and media properties. While it offer traditional display advertising and text links on blogs, it is best known for its sponsored conversation campaigns. It supports sponsored conversation campaigns through independent blogs, Twitter and Facebook Status updates. Its social media marketing campaigns are designed to drive traffic, create conversions and help increase social media search rankings for its advertisers.

The Alaska State Chamber of Commerce is an organization dedicated to improving the business environment in Alaska. The organization partners with the Greater Juneau Chamber of Commerce to host a weekly Business Roundtable Luncheon during the legislative session, where speakers address key issues facing the state and local economies. The non-profit company is based in Juneau, AK. The Chamber represents hundreds of businesses from various regions in Alaska that share a common goal of making the state a viable and competitive place to do business. The Chamber hosts events and advocates for policies that benefit the local and state economies. The Alaska Chamber also supports the Alaska Business Political Action Committee, which provides an opportunity for individuals interested in the future of business to contribute to worthy candidates for the State Legislature, the office of Lieutenant Governor, and the office of Governor.

Part of New Age Metals, Inc., Mystery Creek Resources, Inc. is a gold mining company. The company is based in Anchorage, AK. Mystery Creek Resources was acquired by New Age Metals, Inc. from St. Andrew Goldfields Ltd. on February 17, 2009.

Commonwealth North engages in educate Alaskans on significant public policy issues and assist in identifying effective solutions. The company was founded by Governors Bill Egan and Walter Hickel in 1979 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK.

University of Alaska System operates as a holding company with interests in providing educational and research institution that offers academic programs, degrees, and certificates in the arts and sciences. The firm consists of three main universities, each with several satellite campuses in smaller communities. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Fairbanks, AK.

The Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education is a non-profit organization that provides regional interstate compact higher educational services. The private company is based in Boulder, CO.

AmeriTech, Inc. distributes steel products.

Part of Glencore Plc, Compania Minera de Antapaccay SA provides copper mining services. The company is based in Arequipa, Peru.

Part of BHP Group Ltd., BHP Canada, Inc. explores for various natural resources including iron, copper, steel, oil and gas, silver, diamonds, and zinc.

Alaska Aerospace Corp. provides aerospace safety support services. It provides access to space, through its spaceport for commercial and government interests. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Anchorage, AK.

Cloudburst Consulting Group, Inc. offers administrative and financial support services. It also offers communication, data and analytics, research and evaluation, technical assistance and training services. The company was founded by Patrick Moynahan and Al Alvarez in 2005 and is headquartered in Landover, MD.