Elliott L. Ferguson

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.

PhoCusWright Inc. owns and operates travel agencies. It offers research on dynamics that influence travel, tourism, and hospitality distribution. The company provides annual subscription-based syndicated research services, as well as reports on travel researching and buying behavior, forecasts and projections, multiple market sizing and share shifts, and consumer patterns, attitudes and outlook matters. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Sherman, CT.

Hyatt Corp. owns and operates hotels and resorts. It operates Hyatt branded hotels and resorts, under the Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Grand Hyatt and Park Hyatt brands. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The Abernathy MacGregor Group, Inc. provides counseling services. The firm offers services to the senior management of business corporations and large organizations in corporate, financial, public & investor relations and transaction & crisis communications disciplines. It has offices in New York, Los Angels, and San Francisco. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Part of The Walt Disney Co., American Broadcasting Cos., Inc. is a company that specializes in TV and radio broadcasting, publishing, and programming.

Greater Cleveland Partnership is a business membership association. The firm offers resources include project management, asset to capital, real estate site searches, incentive workforce program assistance and workforce grants assistance. The company was founded in March 2004 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

Children's Hospital is a non-profit organization which engages in the provision of healthcare services. It offers pediatric and adolescent services, cardiac surgery, colorectal program, neurosurgery, oncology, and orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. The company was founded in 1870 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

AmericanTours International LLC provides travel services. The firm offers escorted motorcoach tours, self-drive packages, city breaks, hotel reservations, themed events, and optional excursions. The company was founded by Noel Irwin Hentschel and Michael Fitzpatrick in 1977 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Hargrove, Inc. organizes trade shows and exhibitions. It provides special events services, such as event design services, special event decorations and graphics and signage solutions. The company was founded by Earl C. Hargrove, Jr. in 1946 and is headquartered in Lanham, MD.

The Wall Street Journal, Inc. publishes newspapers and periodicals. It covers international business, financial news, and issues of the United States. The company was established in 1889 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

American Hotel & Lodging Association, Inc. is the largest hotel association in the United States, representing all segments of the industry nationwide. The private company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The American company provides financial assistance to hoteliers through two main programs listed below. The company is focused on enhanced hotel cleaning practices, social interactions, and workplace protocols to meet the new health and safety challenges and expectations presented by COVID-19. Chip Rogers has been the CEO of the company since 2019.

United Way of Greater Cleveland provides individual and family services. Its programs include fund raising, volunteer and engagement center, community conversations, young leadership training, and women's leadership council. The company was founded on August 27, 1957 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs is a non-profit organization provides insight and solutions to global issues. It offers independent research, surveys, and platform for the public. The company was founded on February 20, 1922 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) is the largest community for Business Events Strategists in the world. PCMA is headquartered in an undisclosed location and has 17 North American Chapters, regional communities in EMEA and LATAM, and members in 59 countries. The American company provides senior-level education, networking, and market intelligence for the business events industry. The CEO of the private company is Sherrif Karamat.

The Drew Co., Inc. is a privately held real estate development, management, and consulting firm that has been transforming properties, neighborhoods, and cities for 35 years. The private company is based in Boston, MA. The company has a diverse portfolio of visionary commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate projects, and it oversees ventures in real estate, hospitality, technology, and entrepreneurial investment. The company is best known for its effective and collaborative approach in managing complex public-private partnerships, and it has developed and operates hospitality venues, convention and exhibition centers, luxury high-rise residential properties, entertainment facilities, and trade centers worldwide.

Visit Florida is the official state travel, tourism, and vacation website for Florida. The private company is based in Tallahassee, FL. The company provides information on maps, beaches, events, deals, photos, hotels, activities, attractions, and other planning information for tourists. The CEO of the company is Kenneth E. Lawson.

YMCA of Metropolitan Washington engages in the spiritual, mental, and physical development of individuals, families, and communities. The private company is based in Reston, VA.

DC Central Kitchen, Inc. develops and operates social ventures targeting the cycle of hunger and poverty. The firm's program is to prepare adults facing high barriers to employment for careers in the food service industry. It serves homeless shelters, schools, and nonprofits. The company was founded by Robert Egger in 1989 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Family Matters of Greater Washington, Inc. provides health care services. Its services include foster care and adoption, camp moss hollow, deaf and hard of hearing, seniors next connect and mental/behavioral health services. The company was founded in 1882 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Destinations International engages in education, research, advocacy and leadership development. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Founded in 1984, Franklin Real Asset Advisors is a private equity firm headquartered in San Mateo, California with an additional office in New York City. The firm was formerly known as Franklin Templeton Real Estate Advisors. They are subsidiary of Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN).

The Coryn Group II LLC owns and operates hotels and resorts. The firm through its subsidiaries Apple Vacations, AMResorts and Amstar DMC offers travel and tourism services. The company was founded by John Joseph Mullen in 1969 and is headquartered in Newtown Square, PA.

Skills for Chicagolands Future operates as a staffing and recruitment company. The company was founded in September 2012 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Upward Projects LLC operates bars, restaurants and ice cream parlors. Its restaurants include Postino, Windsor, Churn, Federal Pizza, and Joyride. The company was founded by Craig DeMarco, Kris DeMarco, Wyatt Bailey, and Lauren Bailey on August 21, 2009 and is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

Childrens National Medical Center Foundation is a non-profit organization that focuses on improving the health and quality of life for children and families through research, innovation, and education. The non-profit company is based in Washington, D.C. and has been serving the region's children for 150 years. The American company provides administrative support to the research community and ensure compliance with regulations. The organization offers volunteer opportunities, and Children's National Hospital is ranked #5 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and is ranked #1 in neonatology.

Dinova, Inc. provides proprietary marketplace focused on connecting business diners to restaurants. It includes local independents as well as national full-service, limited-service restaurant chains, encompassing all price levels and cuisines. The company was founded in 2009 by Vic Macchio and is headquartered in Johns Creek, GA.

LINK Strategic Partners offers marketing consultations. It specializes in community relations, stakeholder engagement, strategic communications and planning, digital strategy, and media relations. The company was founded by Michael Akin in 2012 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Part of GDS Link Ltd., Ser Technology Corp. is a company that enhances credit unions' lending programs with targeted and relevant prescreen offers backed by their 200+ data sources and omnichannel delivery platform. The company is based in Dallas, TX. The company provides a customized borrowing experience for credit union members and offer best-in-class reporting. Ser Technology was acquired by GDS Link Ltd. on February 01, 2022.

Ahla Foundation, Inc. was founded in 1953 and is based in Washington with subsidiaries in the United States. The foundation is dedicated to helping people build careers, improve their lives, and strengthen the lodging industry. The American company offers academic and professional development scholarships, research funding, and events to support the hotel industry's workforce, from entry-level employees to general managers. The foundation relies solely on contributions from generous individuals and organizations who want to give back to hotel industry employees and the communities where they work and live. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) and the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) are their partner organizations.