Richard W. Gilbert

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.

Atlanticus Services Corp. operates as a specialty finance company that markets branded credit cards and related financial services. It provides services to consumers who are underserved by traditional financial institutions. The firm also uses its financial resources and volunteer efforts to address the challenges affecting its customers. The company was founded by David G. Hanna on August 14, 1996 is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Ernst & Young LLP engages in the provision of accounting, assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services. It specializes in the actuarial, analytics and big data, cyber security, accounting compliance and reporting, center for board matters, international financial reporting standards, country tax advisory, global trade, tax accounting, and climate change and sustainability. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Mspark LLC provides advertising and mail marketing services. The private company is based in Shreveport, LA.

Kyobo Life Insurance Co., Ltd. (Kyobo Life) is an independent South Korean insurance management firm which was founded in 1958 as Daehan Kyoyuk Co., Ltd. In 1995, they changed their name to Kyobo Life Insurance Co., Ltd. Headquartered in Seoul, Kyobo Life develops and offers life insurance products and services for both individual customers and corporate clients. Their products include whole life insurance, annuities, retirement plans, education, health, accident, disability and critical illness insurance.

DataPath, Inc. provides satellite communication networks. It specializes in satellite earth terminals and network solutions for governments and businesses. The firm?s products include M-series, Q-series, E- series, C-series, gate series, DKET, STT and MKET. Its services include global field installation and support services, network operations center (NOC) Support, integrated logistics support, training and documentation, repairs, resets, overhauls, and upgrades and WGS and ARSTRAT certification services. The company was founded David McDonald in 1996 and is headquartered in Duluth, GA.

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) provides security consultation and defence services for its member countries. The firm is an alliance of countries from North America and Europe committed to fulfilling the goals of North Atlantic. NATO safeguards the freedom and security of its member countries by political and military means. It provides a forum in which the United States, Canada and European countries can consult on security issues of common concern and take joint action in addressing them. The organization is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

Peppertree Capital Management Inc. (Peppertree Capital Management) is a private equity firm founded in 2004. The firm is headquartered in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.

Rialto Commerce provides online payment services. The private company is based in Atlanta, GA. Kenneth Paull has been the CEO of the company since 2010.

Slalom, Inc. provides consulting and technology services. Its services include customer engagement, delivery leadership, experience design, information management and analytics, organizational effectiveness, strategy and operations, and technology enablement. The company was founded by John Tobin and Troy Johnson in 2001 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

The Georgia CIO Leadership Association operates a technology leadership association. The private company is based in Atlanta, GA.

Part of Atlanticus Holdings Corp., CCUK Finance Ltd. is a British company that provides debt management services. The private company is based in Milton Keynes, UK.

MailSouth, Inc. engages in the provision of print and digital media distribution services. It offers shared and solo mail, impact postcard, wrap, email marketing, analytics, and response measurement services. The company was founded by Bo Howard in 1988 and is headquartered in Helena, AL.

Points of Light Foundation, Inc. operates as a non-profit organization that provides social services. It helps schools, children and families and also volunteers in their communities and serves community needs. The company was founded by George Herbert Walker Bush in 1990 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Paladin Capital Group (Paladin Capital) is a private equity subsidiary of Penn Ave Investments LLC founded by Mark Maloney and Michael Steed in 2001. The firm is headquartered in Washington, DC with offices in New York City, Silicon Valley, London and Luxembourg.

Hanna Capital LLC (Hanna Capital) is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 1989 by David G. Hanna. The firm is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Fintiv, Inc. develops cloud-based mobile payment systems and marketing software. Its mobile payments platform includes mobile financial services, loyalty programs, and mobile offers for business and retail. The firm serves financial institutions, telcos, retail and government industries. The company was founded by Michael A. Liberty in 2007 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Piedmont Healthcare provides primary care services for patients with access to comprehensive medical care, x-ray, CT scan, ultrasound, and other in-house laboratories. The company was founded by Floyd W. McRae and Ludwig Amster in 1905 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

First Performance Corp. (Georgia) develops software platform, which augments card transaction data in real-time. Its solutions include digital engagement, cardholder experience, executive dashboard, and call center. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Lumen Institute is an organization that has chapters in different locations. The American company provides spiritual guidance and a community of like-minded individuals for its members. The non-profit company offers membership to those who meet their requirements and encourages attendance at local events to begin the process. The founder of Bridgeway Software, Patrick O'Donnell, found his spiritual director and a community of brothers through Lumen Institute.

Catholic Charities is a national office for Catholic Charities agencies across the United States. The private company is based in Albuquerque, NM. As a member of Caritas Internationalis, they provide help and create hope for over 15 million people annually, regardless of their religious, social, or economic backgrounds.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Inc. offers health care and social assistance services for children. It is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. The firm's treatment programs include brain tumors, leukemia, lymphoma, infectious diseases, immunodeficiency diseases, blood disorders, sickle cell disease, and solid tumors. The company was founded by Danny Thomas on February 4, 1962 and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.