Brian MacLellan

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans operates as a not-for-profit membership organization of Christians, which engages in the provision of investment advisory services. It offers life insurance, annuities and mutual funds, student and educational resources, charitable planning, and trust services. The company was founded in June 2001 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. (Broker) (CGMI-Broker) is the broker/dealer division of Citigroup Global Markets, Inc., an investment bank headquartered in New York City with additional offices across the US. The firm was founded in 2004 and is a subsidiary of Citigroup Financial Products, Inc., ultimately held by Citigroup, Inc. (NYSE: C). CGMI-Broker covers all market capitalizations of the major global indices and provides macro and quantitative analysis of global markets and sector trends. Their core focus of the group is to help investing clients make informed decisions by providing value-added, independent, insightful analysis.

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.

US Bancorp Asset Management, Inc. (USBAM) is a registered investment advisor headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm was founded in March 2001 and formerly known as FAF Advisors, Inc. They are a direct wholly-owned subsidiary of US Bank National Association, which is owned by US Bancorp (NYSE: USB), a diversified financial holding company. USBAM provides investment advisory services through managed accounts to institutional clients, money market mutual funds, and privately offered investment fund.

Founded in 1993, Auerbach Grayson & Co. LLC is a broker/dealer/located in New York City. The firm is a subsidiary of Auerbach Grayson Holdings LLC. Through their worldwide network of broker partners, the firm offers research, execution and clearance in equities, derivatives and fixed-income instruments. They also provide and implements hedging and arbitrage strategies. Auerbach Grayson & Co. is a member of FINRA and the SIPC. They employ bottom-up research to identify undervalued, under-represented and misunderstood companies. The firm covers a broad range of small-cap, mid-cap and emerging market equities.

ObjectVideo, Inc. provides video software for security, public safety, business intelligence, process improvement and other applications. Its services include licensing, integration, and training and support. The firm's software watches video streams to determine activities, events or behaviors that can be considered suspicious or may pose a security threat to an organization. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Tysons, VA.

Capitol Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed for the purpose of acquiring one or more operating businesses or assets through a merger, stock exchange, asset acquisition, reorganization, and similar business combination. It focuses on investing in the technology, media and communications sectors. The company was founded on June 26, 2007 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Goldner Hawn Johnson & Morrison Inc. (Goldner Hawn Johnson) is a private equity firm is founded by Van Zandt Hawn, Timothy Daniel Johnson, John Lewis Morrison, and Michael Goldner in 1989. The firm is headquarter in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Lincoln Holdings LLC is a private company based in Arlington, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States. Lincoln Holdings LLC owns the Washington Capitals and a minority interest in the Washington Wizards. The company was founded by Richard M. Patrick and Ted J. Leonsis.

ACA International is a leading association in the accounts receivable management industry. ACA International is based in Minneapolis, MN and has subsidiaries in the United States. The private company plays a critical role in supporting the credit-based economy.

Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC (Craig-Hallum) is an employee-owned, idea-driven research, trading and investment banking firm headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm was founded by Bradley Baker and Kevin Harris in 1997. Craig-Hallum provides research, institutional sales and trading and investment banking services to institutional investors and growth companies.

Stony Point Group, Inc. (Stony Point Group) is a private equity firm founded by Kenneth Glass in 1995. The firm is headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina.

Northland Securities, Inc. (NSI) is a dually registered, full-service broker dealer and investment advisor headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm was founded in 2002 and is owned by Northland Capital Holdings, Inc., which was acquired by First National of Nebraska, Inc. (OTCMKTS: FINN) in 2023. NSI is actively engaged in buying and selling securities for its own account as well as for clients.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

RBC Capital Markets LLC is a full-service brokerage and financial services firm headquartered in New York City. They are a direct subsidiary of RBC USA Holdco Corp. and a wholly-owned indirect subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada (TSE, NYSE: RY). Founded in 2010, the firm is comprised of 3 major business lines: the Private Client Group, the Fixed-Income Group and the Clearing and Execution Services Group. The Private Client Group serves individual investors, while the Fixed-Income Group provides services to institutions, municipalities and non-profit organizations. The Clearing and Execution Services Group is a provider of clearing and execution services to independent brokers/dealers throughout the US. RBC Capital Markets focuses on the following sectors: communications, media, consumer/retail, diversified industries, energy, financial institutions, forest products, healthcare, infrastructure finance, mining & metals, real estate, social infrastructure, technology and the US municipal markets.

Washington Wizards operates as a professional basketball franchise. The firm is part of the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference in the National Basketball Association (NBA). It also markets sports merchandise, match tickets and collectable game items. The company was founded by Dave Trager in 1961 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Lincoln Holdings LLC is a sports and American entertainment company. The private company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company was founded by Ted J. Leonsis and he has been the CEO since incorporation.

Nuveen Asset Management LLC (NAM) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm was founded in 2011 and is a subsidiary of Nuveen Fund Advisors LLC, which is ultimately owned by TIAA Board of Governors. NAM provides investment advisory and sub-advisory services to a broad range of individual and institutional clients, such as open-end and closed-end investment companies and other pooled investment vehicles.

Colliers Securities LLC (Investment Management) (Colliers-IM) is the investment management arm of Colliers Securities LLC, a broker/dealer headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm was founded in 1997 and formerly known as Dougherty & Co. LLC. They are a wholly owned subsidiary of Colliers Mortgage Holdings LLC, ultimately owned by Colliers International Group, Inc. (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a diversified investment company based in Canada. Colliers-IM provides advisory and other financial services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, corporations or other businesses.

GridPoint, Inc. provides energy management and sustainability solutions. Its data-driven energy management solution solves problems by leveraging big data analytics, software-as-as-service low-cost computing, and wireless technologies to enable integrated and automated energy management. The firm serves the restaurant, retail, grocery, convenience and government industries. The company was founded by Peter L. Corsell in 2003 and is headquartered in Reston, VA.

District of Columbia College Access Program provides assistance to the students. It is a non-profit organization funded by Washington-area companies and foundations, encourages and enables DC public high school students to enter and graduate from college. It offers individual and group counseling, financial and application assistance and student support services. District of Columbia College Access Program is located in Washington, DC

Part of Fmc Group Holdings LP, First Manhattan Co LLC is a wealth planning and investment advisory firm based in New York, NY. At the heart of the firm is a thorough, independent research process that forms the foundation of their investment decision-making process. The company uses their experience, rigorous analysis, and sound judgment to identify investment opportunities that deliver long-term value. First Manhattan Co is dedicated to helping their clients secure their financial future through a trusted partnership. The company was founded in 2022. Zachary A. Wydra has been the CEO of the company since 2023.

GREAT NORTH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LP (Great North Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2017 by Ryan J. Weber, Robert J. Weber and James DonFrancesco. The firm is headquartered in Maple Grove, Minnesota.

Part of American Express Co., American Express Financial Corp. provides investment advice.

ILT Academy LLC develops software that connects with a community of startup support systems. The private company is based in St. Cloud, MN. The American company was founded by Nick Tietz, who has been the CEO since incorporation.

Norwest Mezzanine Partners (Norwest Mezzanine Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Norwest Venture Capital Management Inc. founded in 2000 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota with an office in Florida.

ILT Studios LLC is a startup studio that focuses on supporting underestimated innovators and startup entrepreneurs in underserved markets and geographies. The private company is based in St. Cloud, MN. The company was founded by Nick Tietz and he has been the CEO since incorporation.