Network origin in Carey Ransom first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
Indiana University
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| College/University | Other Consumer Services | 235 |
University of California, Los Angeles
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| College/University | Other Consumer Services | 202 |
OCTANe
 OCTANe Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services OCTANe connects people and ideas with capital and resources for technology growth in Orange County. It stimulates technology job growth and wealth creation; helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into successful businesses; helps companies connect with funding and growth resources; helps senior executives access intelligence, new technologies, and talent; helps develop technology business leaders; and creates a forum for technology company leaders to have an impact on the future. The company offers LaunchPad, a pro-bono accelerator for startup companies in the technology, life science, and clean tech industries. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, CA.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 40 |
UCLA Anderson School of Management
39
| College/University | Other Consumer Services | 39 |
BankTech Ventures LP
 BankTech Ventures LP Investment ManagersFinance BankTech Ventures LP (BankTech Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021. The firm is headquartered in Sandy, Utah.
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| Private Company | Investment Managers | 9 |
OC4 Venture Studio, Inc.
 OC4 Venture Studio, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance OC4 Venture Studio, Inc (OC4 Venture Studio) is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 by Carey Ransom and Kyle Kamrooz. The firm is headquartered in Costa Mesa, Califronia.
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| Private Company | Investment Managers | 6 |
Torpago, Inc.
 Torpago, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Torpago, Inc. engages in leveraging diversity and inclusion services. It specializes in inclusion virtual coach app, unconscious bias training and inclusion action plan. The company was founded by Denise Hummel in 2016 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.
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| Holding Company | Packaged Software | 5 |
Givsum, Inc.
 Givsum, Inc. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Givsum, Inc. operates an online platform that connects individuals and charities. It enables individuals to track and promote their philanthropic interests. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.
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| Holding Company | Internet Software/Services | 5 |
Sailplan, Inc.
 Sailplan, Inc. Data Processing ServicesTechnology Services SailPlan, Inc. is a company based in Fort Lauderdale, FL that offers an emissions monitoring and optimization platform for marine transportation companies. The platform uses real-time infrastructure and vessel data feeds to monitor and reduce greenhouse gases, helping companies achieve provable net-zero operations while saving time and money. The company was founded by Jacob Ruytenbeek, who has been the CEO since incorporation.
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| Holding Company | Data Processing Services | 4 |
Purlin Co.
 Purlin Co. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Purlin Co. is an AI-powered technology company that designs and provides products for the real estate market. The company is based in Torrance, CA. The company's platform is used by major brokerages, agencies, lenders, and other companies involved in real estate transactions to expand their businesses and create superior client experiences. Purlin was founded by Giorgi Chigogidze, Chris Steege, and Ilya Dorfman, with Giorgi Chigogidze serving as the CEO since incorporation.
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| Holding Company | Packaged Software | 4 |
RealPractice, Inc.
 RealPractice, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services RealPractice, Inc. provides legal technology products and services. It provides access to execute legal agreements and documents drafted by lawyers, offers court rules and related procedures, and enables attorneys, businesses, and consumers to use legal forms and templates prepared and maintained by attorneys. The company was founded by Rudolph Defelice and John Siegler in 2000 and is headquartered in Venice, CA.
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| Subsidiary | Packaged Software | 4 |
Short Story, Inc.
 Short Story, Inc. Apparel/FootwearConsumer Non-Durables Short Story, Inc. manufactures women's apparels and retails through online platform. The company was founded by Isabella Sun in 2019 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
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| Holding Company | Apparel/Footwear | 3 |
Dealer Credit Resources, Inc.
 Dealer Credit Resources, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Trnsact, Inc. provides software as a service. The company is based in Irvine, CA. The CEO of the company is Michael Thomas.
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| Holding Company | Packaged Software | 2 |
Grin Gaming, Inc.
 Grin Gaming, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Grin Gaming, Inc. is a company that provides grindata micro markets software. The company is based in Venice, CA. The software uses high-frequency trading and machine learning to deliver reliable odds pricing on the most markets. The CEO of the company is Nick Bucheleres.
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| Holding Company | Packaged Software | 2 |
Octane Oc
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| Private Company | 2 | |
WYBS, Inc.
 WYBS, Inc. Advertising/Marketing ServicesCommercial Services WYBS, Inc. provides online advertising services. The company was founded by Wayne K. Yamamoto, Benjamin T. Smith and Doug Kilponen in 2005 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.
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| Subsidiary | Advertising/Marketing Services | 2 |
Chatter, Inc. /California/
 Chatter, Inc. /California/ Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Chatter, Inc. is a company based in Foothill Ranch, CA. Chatter, Inc. provides a service that helps people navigate the recruiterverse™ in the smartest way possible. The company was founded by Shafiur Rahman, who has been the CEO since incorporation.
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| Holding Company | Packaged Software | 2 |
Knit, Inc. (Texas)
 Knit, Inc. (Texas) Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services PurPics, Inc. operates an online platform. The firm engages in redesigning the way brands. The company is headquartered in Austin, TX.
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| Holding Company | Internet Software/Services | 2 |
Qa Locate
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| Private Company | 1 | |
Compellon, Inc.
 Compellon, Inc. Data Processing ServicesTechnology Services Compellon, Inc. provides data analytics software solutions. The firm serves to healthcare, financial services, and advertising industries. The company was founded by Kenneth A. Charhut, Mark Pollard and Nikolai Lyashenko in 2010 and is headquartered in Laguna Hills, CA.
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| Subsidiary | Data Processing Services | 1 |
Operate A/S
 Operate A/S Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operate A/S was founded by Carey Ransom. The private company is based in Denmark and their motto is "let us help you create change." The Danish company helps create change by engaging stakeholders and moving behavior through communication, technology, and insight into people. The company aims to create small revolutions for a better world. The company's services ensure attention and help clients achieve their goals.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 1 |
Happy Money, Inc.
 Happy Money, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Happy Money, Inc. provides online debt settlement services. It offers a free, web-based service that allows consumers to view all of their financial information in one place. The firm encourages users to set personal financial goals, and offers motivational strategies and rewards when they make progress. It also offers a social platform that helps users manage their way out of debt. The company was founded by Ralph S. Saunders III and Eden Warner in 2009 and is headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA.
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| Holding Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 1 |
Launch House Inc
 Launch House Inc Investment ManagersFinance Goldstein Caldwell & Associates LLC provides venture capital and private equity services. It provides a collaborative ecosystem designed to foster entrepreneurship through education, co-working and a vast resource network. The firm is a co-working space and community that fosters entrepreneurial success and job creation through education, hard work and collaboration with interesting, like-minded people. The company was founded by Todd Goldstein and Dar Caldwell in 2008 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.
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| Holding Company | Investment Managers | 1 |
Experian Information Solutions, Inc.
 Experian Information Solutions, Inc. Financial Publishing/ServicesCommercial Services Experian Information Solutions, Inc. engages in the provision of customer relationship management solutions. It offers services relating to business home, customer acquisition, customer management, risk management, fraud management, debt recovery, consulting services, and regulatory compliance. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA.
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| Holding Company | Financial Publishing/Services | 1 |
AnyMeeting, Inc.
 AnyMeeting, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services AnyMeeting, Inc. provides web conferencing and webinar software solutions. It offers a complete web conferencing and webinar service built on the company’s Software as a Service platform. The firm also offers video conferencing, phone conferencing, screen sharing, presentation sharing, recording, and social media integration. The company was founded by Costin Adrian Tuculescu in 2011 and is headquartered in Huntington Beach, CA.
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| Subsidiary | Packaged Software | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Carey Ransom via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICROSEMI CORPORATION | Semiconductors | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Sales & Marketing President | |
| MICROSEMI FREQUENCY AND TIME CORP | Electronic Equipment/Instruments | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INCORPORATED | Semiconductors | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
Wedbush Securities, Inc.
 Wedbush Securities, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Wedbush Securities, Inc. is a full-service investment bank and brokerage firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The firm was founded in 1955 as Wedbush Morgan Securities, Inc. They are a subsidiary of Wedbush Financial Services LLC, which is owned by Wedbush, Inc. Wedbush Securities provides a wide range of securities brokerage, wealth management, and investment banking services to private and institutional clients. Their research focuses on providing coverage of small and mid-sized companies in the following industries: (1) consumer products and services (2) technology (3) entertainment and media (4) life sciences and (5) industrial growth and clean technology. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Trading-Fixed Income Analyst-Equity | |
| EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION | Medical Specialties | Human Resources Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
AcuFocus, Inc.
 AcuFocus, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology AcuFocus, Inc. develops KAMRA inlay for the treatment of presbyopia. Its KAMRA inlay is an intra-corneal inlay designed to create a small aperture effect, allowing the eye to see near and intermediate objects more clearly. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| TEARLAB CORPORATION | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
WaveTec Vision Systems, Inc.
 WaveTec Vision Systems, Inc. Electronic ComponentsElectronic Technology WaveTec Vision Systems, Inc. develops and provides wavefront measurement technologies. It focuses on research, development, manufacturing, and distribution of the Optiwave Refractive Analysis (ORA) system with VerifEye used during cataract surgery. The firm offers ophthalmic medical devices. The company was founded by Kenneth C. Aldrich, William B. Adams, Thomas J. Berryman, and Tony Van Heugten in 1997 and is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, CA. | Electronic Components | Director/Board Member Founder | |
ThousandEyes LLC
 ThousandEyes LLC Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services ThousandEyes LLC develops software as a service tools for the networking community. Its offers network data, visual analysis, network insights, shared knowledge, network intelligence, and cloud based solutions. The company was founded by Mohit Lad and Ricardo Oliveira in 2010 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA. | Packaged Software | Founder | |
The Art Commission LLC
 The Art Commission LLC Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services The Art Commission LLC, also known as CODAworx, is a platform that connects artists and creative professionals to fabrication, installation, and shipping services. The company is based in Madison, WI and was founded by Toni F. Sikes and Terry Maxwell. The company offers sponsorship and partnership opportunities to members of the commissioned art industry and provide a marketplace for physical and virtual artwork. Real estate developers, property owners, and public art agents use CODAworx to find artists and creative professionals who create commissioned art. Toni F. Sikes has been the CEO since incorporation. | Internet Software/Services | Director/Board Member | |
Focus IP, Inc.
 Focus IP, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Focus IP, Inc. offers brand protection, domain name registration and management solutions to protect corporate brands in the mobile apps, marketplaces, and domains. It provides discovery, monitoring, enforcement and data analytic systems address, among other issues, trademark and copyright infringement, piracy, phishing, and counterfeiting violations. The company was founded by Faisal M. Shah and Christopher Joseph Bura in 2012 and is headquartered in Boise, ID. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Chief Executive Officer | |
H Bancorp LLC
 H Bancorp LLC Financial ConglomeratesFinance H Bancorp LLC operates as a holding company which engages in the acquisition and operation of community banks in the United States. It provides corporate development, risk management, investment selection and asset liability management. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Columbia, MD. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member President | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
Sunwest Bank
 Sunwest Bank Regional BanksFinance SunWest Bank engages in the provision of commercial banking services. It works with small-medium businesses, privately held corporations, family offices, and real estate developers and investors. The company was founded by James Engbarth in 1969 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA. | Regional Banks | President | |
University of Southern California
 University of Southern California Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| COASTAL FINANCIAL CORPORATION | Regional Banks | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Bates College | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
| Brigham Young University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| The California State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| Chapman University | College/University | Graduate Degree Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Northwestern University
 Northwestern University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses | College/University | Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| The University of Texas at Austin | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Cornell University
 Cornell University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| The Pennsylvania State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Pepperdine University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| University of California, Berkeley | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of California, Irvine | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
Visionary Ventures Management LLC
 Visionary Ventures Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Visionary Ventures Management LLC (Visionary Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2016 by Ehsan Sadri. The firm is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California. | Investment Managers | Investment Committee Member Founder Investment Committee Member | |
AEON Biopharma Sub, Inc.
 AEON Biopharma Sub, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: OtherHealth Technology AEON Biopharma Sub, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company. It focuses on developing a proprietary botulinum toxin complex, ABP-450, for debilitating medical conditions, with an initial focus on the neurology and gastroenterology markets. The company was founded by Robert E. Grant on February 24, 2012 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, CA. | Pharmaceuticals: Other | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
Abbott Medical Optics, Inc.
 Abbott Medical Optics, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology Abbott Medical Optics, Inc. develops and manufactures medical devices and supplies for eye care. Its products include star s4 IR excimer laser, wavescan wavefront system, intralase FS laser, catalys precision laser system, tecnis iTec preloaded delivery system, compact intuitiv system and ultrazyme enzymatic cleaner. The firm also offers customer and technical support, service agreement, practice development and intralase electronic procedure services. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Santa Ana, CA. | Medical Specialties | Corporate Officer/Principal President | |
Aurion Biotech, Inc.
 Aurion Biotech, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Aurion Biotech, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotech company with offices in multiple locations. Aurion Biotech has initiated clinical trials in the US in 2023. The company is based in Seattle, WA. The company's mission is to restore vision to millions of patients with life-changing regenerative therapies. Aurion Biotech has received the prestigious Prix Galien award for best start-up in biotech. The company's first candidate is an off-the-shelf, clinically validated cell therapy for corneal care, which has received regulatory approval. The company is privately held and backed by leading investors, including Deerfield, Alcon, Petrichor, Flying L Partners, Falcon Vision/KKR, and Visionary Ventures. Greg Kunst has been the CEO of the company since 2021. | Medical/Nursing Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
CorneaGen, Inc.
 CorneaGen, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology CorneaGen, Inc. engages in the provision of cornea care services. It offers precision cut corneal tissue, Descemet’s Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty, and Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty. The firm's products include EndoSerter, Geuder Glass Cannula, and Donor Trephine Punch. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Menlo Microsystems, Inc.
 Menlo Microsystems, Inc. Electronic Production EquipmentElectronic Technology Menlo Microsystems, Inc. engages in the development of an electronic switchsystems. Its products include RF (radio frequency) switches, general purpose switches, and high-power switches. The company was founded by Chris Keimel, Rob Reagan, and Chris Giovanniello in 2016 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA. | Electronic Production Equipment | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
University of Minnesota
 University of Minnesota Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services 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. | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Graduate Degree | |
International Intra-Ocular Implant Club
 International Intra-Ocular Implant Club Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The International Intra-Ocular Implant Club is a research organization that focuses on the field of intraocular lens implantation. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | President Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| AeA NJ-PA Council | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | ||
| Harvard Business School | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree | |
| United States Air Force Academy | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of San Diego | College/University | Director/Board Member Undergraduate Degree | |
IanTech, Inc.
 IanTech, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology IanTech, Inc. develops ophthalmic devices for cataract surgery. Its products include miLoop, miPhaco, miMissions, and miResources. The company was founded by Luke Clauson and Sean Ianchulev and is headquartered in Reno, NV. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Coastal Community Bank (Washington)
 Coastal Community Bank (Washington) Regional BanksFinance Part of Coastal Financial Corp. (Washington), Coastal Community Bank is a community bank located in Everett, WA. Coastal Community Bank offers a range of personal and business banking services, including home loans, business loans, checking accounts, savings accounts, investments, credit cards, and more. The bank also provides financial planning and retirement account options. Coastal Community Bank is committed to helping local businesses and nonprofits succeed and offers a suite of business banking services, including treasury management, credit card processing, and SBA loans. The bank prioritizes security and offers various tools and resources to help customers protect themselves from fraud and identity theft. The company was founded by Andrew P. Skotdal and the CEO is Eric M. Sprink. | Regional Banks | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
| Wesleyan University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree | |
Decibel Partners LLC
 Decibel Partners LLC Investment ManagersFinance Decibel Partners LLC (Decibel Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Jon Skoda. The firm is headquartered in Palo Alto, California. | Investment Managers | Consultant / Advisor | |
Neocova Corp.
 Neocova Corp. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Neocova Corp. operates as technology firm. The firm offers its services to community banks and credit unions. The company is headquartered in St. Louis. MO. | Information Technology Services | Chairman | |
Darling Consulting Group, Inc.
 Darling Consulting Group, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Darling Consulting Group, Inc. provides consulting services for asset liability management and risk management. Its services include ALM consulting, model validation, deposit analysis, prepayment analysis, liquidity solutions, capital planning and credit stress testing. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Newburyport, MA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal |
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International
| United States | 49 |
Sectoral
| Consumer Services | 19 |
| Finance | 9 |
| Health Technology | 8 |
| Electronic Technology | 7 |
| Technology Services | 4 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 260 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 111 |
| Undergraduate Degree | 62 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 58 |
| President | 46 |
Most connected contacts
| Insiders | |
|---|---|
| Richard Lindstrom | 50 |
| Reynolds Bish | 24 |
| James V. Mazzo | 23 |
| Charles Potts | 21 |
| Garrett Gilbertson | 19 |
| Joe W. Saunders | 17 |
| Nathaniel Clarkson | 17 |
| Jeffrey Hinson | 17 |
| Kimberly Lynn Kovacs | 16 |
| Steve Hovde | 16 |
| Kyle Kamrooz | 15 |
| Jason Whitt | 15 |
| Reginald Gilyard | 14 |
| Jay Houlihan | 14 |
| Gregory Washington | 13 |
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