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Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC (Credit Suisse Securities USA) is the broker/dealer division of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, an investment banking company headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1998 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Credit Suisse (USA), Inc., ultimately owned by Credit Suisse Group AG (SWX: CSGN) in Switzerland. Credit Suisse Securities USA offers a suite of equities, solutions and credit products and services which includes global securities sales, trading and execution, prime brokerage and comprehensive investment research. Their clients include financial institutions, corporations, governments, institutional investors, such as pension funds and hedge funds, and private individuals around the world.

Autoweb.com, Inc. provides car buying information services over the Internet. The firm's website centralizes automotive-related commerce, content & community offerings to assist consumers in researching, evaluating & buying vehicles and automotive-related products & services such as insurance & financing. It also provide information on automotive content, web hosting & development services and sales automation services to vehicle manufacturers, dealers & online partners. The company was founded by Matias De Tezanos, Jose Vargas and Julio Gonzalez Arrivillaga in 1995 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

Piper Sandler & Co. (Broker) (PSC-Broker) is the full-service brokerage division of Piper Sandler & Co., a financial service firm headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They are a subsidiary of Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR). The firm was founded in 1969 and previously known as Piper Jaffray & Co. They became Piper Sandler & Co. when Piper Jaffray Companies and Sandler O’Neill & Partners, L.P. merged to become Piper Sandler Companies in 2020. PSC-Broker provides brokerage and investment banking services to financial institutions, corporations and other financial investors. Their core focus sectors are Agriculture, renewables & cannabis, Business services, Chemicals & Materials, Consumer, Diversified industrials & services, Energy, Financial services, financial sponsors, Healthcare, and Technology.

Google LLC engages in the operation of internet portal and search index website. It provides online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, and software solutions. The company was founded by Lawrence E. Page and Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin on September 4, 1998 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

StubHub, Inc. engages in the provision of online ticket exchange services. It operates secure site for the transactions, shipping, and customer service; and offers charity ticket packages for events. The company was founded by Eric H. Baker and Jeffery G. Lawson in 2000 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group LLC owns and operates hotels and restaurants. It also offers meetings and weddings event services. The firm also leads the hospitality industry in eco-friendly practices that span all hotels and restaurants. The company was founded by Bill Kimpton in April 1981 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Grand-Jean Capital Management, Inc. (GJCM) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor and wealth management firm headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm was founded by Steven Grand-Jean in 1990. GJCM provides equity portfolio management primarily to individuals.

AGU US Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company with interests in agricultural production supplies which include chemicals, fertilizer, and seed manufacturing. It distributes to clients such as farmers, commercial growers, and regional dealers. The firm provides crop and inventory management, biotechnology advising and custom blending services. The company is headquartered in Greeley, CO.

One Planet VC LLC (One Planet VC) is a venture capital firm subsidiary of One Planet Group Inc founded in 2015 by Payam Zamani. The firm is headquartered in Walnut creek, California.

Dress for Success Worldwide provides business suits and career development to low-income women. The company was founded by Nancy Lublin in 1996 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Deem, Inc. develops web tools and mobile applications. Its products include travel, expense, car service, reservation and dispatch, affiliate management, reservations, mobile and desktop. The company was founded by Patrick W. Grady in 1999 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Co. LLC owns and operates hotels and resorts. It offers spa, weddings, and meeting centers as well as cards and certificates. The company was founded by Colgate Holmes, Horst Schulze, Joe Freni, Ed Staros and Herve Humler in 1983 and is headquartered in Bethesda, MD.

National Restaurant Association operates as a foodservice trade association. It advocate for pro-restaurant regulation and operational freedom. The firm provide advocacy and representation, educational networking, tools and solutions, and research and insights. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Neiman Marcus Direct provides on-line marketing services. The company was founded in 1907 by Neiman Marcus and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

Neiman Marcus Group LTD LLC engages in the retail of multi-branded and luxury omni-channel fashion products. It offers shoes, handbags, jewelry, beauty, and decorative items for the home. Its brands include Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and Last Call. The company was founded by Herbert Marcus Sr., Carrie Marcus, and A. L. Neiman on September 10, 1907 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Volition Capital LLC (Volition Capital) is a venture capital & private equity firm founded in 2010 by Larry Cheng, Roger Hurwitz, Geraldine Alias, Sean Cantwell and Rob Ketterson. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Cuyana, Inc. provides luxury fashion brands and goods. It operates an online platform that offers apparel and accessories, made from the most premium materials around the world and designed with a classic, feminine aesthetic. The company was founded by Shilpa Praful Shah and Karla Gallardo in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Mona Foundation is an organization that believes education is the key to eradicating poverty. The non-profit company is based in Kirkland, WA. The company's mission is to make a difference by providing education to those in need.

One Planet Group LLC is a private equity firm that invests in early-stage companies and owns a suite of online technology and media businesses. The private company is based in Walnut Creek, CA, and has subsidiaries in over ten countries, including Guatemala and the United States. The company's mission is to support strong business ideas while building an ethos that helps improve society and give back to communities. One Planet Group's investment portfolio includes over 45 startups representing a diverse group of innovative tech-enabled products and solutions, with a focus on areas such as the future of mobility, education technology, health technology, and environmental solutions. The company operates several businesses, including BuyerLink, Autoweb, and Bahaiteachings.org. One Planet Group recently announced its annual conference, the One Planet Summit, scheduled for November 2023. One Planet Group was founded in 2015 by Payam Zamani, who has been the CEO since then.

Founded in 1958, Merrill Lynch Piece Fenner & Smith, Inc. is an SEC registered broker/dealer located in New York City. The firm is a subsidiary of BAC North America Holding Co. and their ultimate parent is Bank of America Corp. (NYSE BAC).

Commune Hotels & Resorts LLC owns and operates hotels. The company was founded in October 2011 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Advisors Excel LLC provides insurance marketing services. It provides access to proprietary products, unparalleled training, proven marketing and lead generation support. The company was founded in 2005 by Cody Foster, David Callanan and Derek Thompson and is headquartered in Topeka, KS.