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Kornitzer Capital Management Inc. (KCM) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. The firm was founded by John Kornitzer in 1989. KCM manages assets for institutions, mutual funds (the Buffalo Funds), and private clients.

William Harris Investors, Inc. (WHI) is a privately-owned investment and wealth management firm headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm serves as the family office for the Irving B. Harris family. Founded in 1976 by Irving B. Harris to manage his own family's capital, WHI has expanded its services and today provides a broad range of professional and wealth management services, including financial and estate planning, trust services, cash management, accounting and administrative services, tax preparation, and a variety of philanthropic services to four generations of the Harris family.

American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) is a SEC-registered investment advisor and mutual fund manager headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm was founded by James E. Stowers, Jr. in 1958 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Century Cos., Inc. ACIM provides portfolio management services to financial advisors, individual investors and institutional clients.

Financial Counselors, Inc. (do-business-as FCI Advisors) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm was founded in 1966 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of FCI Holding Corp., which is wholly owned by MTC Holding Corp. FCI Advisors provides investment advisory services to individuals, investment companies, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm also provides sub-advisory services for their affiliates The Midwest Trust Co. and Benefit Trust Co.

Steel Grove Capital Advisors LLC (Steel Grove) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor and wealth management firm headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. The firm was founded by Darrell Horn and Steve Sansom in 2001 and formerly known as Green Square Capital LLC. Steel Grove offers investment advisory services to affluent individuals and families, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and business entities.

Tortoise Capital Advisors LLC (Tortoise) is a SEC-registered investment advisor firm headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm was founded by Harold Birzer in 2002 and is a subsidiary of TortoiseEcofin Borrower LLC (formerly Tortoise Borrower LLC), ultimately held by TortoiseEcofin Investments LLC. Tortoise provides investment management services to individual and institutional investors and pooled investment vehicles.

HM Capital Management LLC (HMCM) is an independent investment advisory firm headquartered in Clayton, Missouri. The firm was founded in 2005 by Matthew Kopsky, Karen Gloriod and Maribeth Snodgass. HMCM provides wealth management services to affluent families and retirement planning to institutional clients.

Jefferies LLC is a global investment bank and institutional securities firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1962 and is a subsidiary of Jefferies Group LLC, ultimately held by Jefferies Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: JEF). Jefferies provides corporate clients with research and execution services in equity, fixed income, and foreign exchange markets, as well as a full range of investment banking services such as underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and recapitalization, and other advisory services, with all businesses operating in the Americas, Europe and Asia.

Dunavant Enterprises, Inc. provides freight trucking services. Its services include global freight, distribution, drayage/trucking and consulting services. The company was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.

MRIGlobal operates research and development organizations. The firm's programs include environmental research, health, pharmaceutical product development, agriculture & food safety, and national security, defense & energy. The company was founded in 1944 and headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Jaffe Associates, Inc. engages in the provision of public relations and reputation management services. It also provides traditional and innovative marketing and PR solutions for the legal industry. It offers campaign planning, business development and legal marketing, content creation and publishing, social media and search engine optimization, and law firm media relations training. The company was founded by Jay M. Jaffe in 1978 and is headquartered in Stephenville, TX.

PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (Persero) engages in the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. It operates through the following segments: Sumatera, Java Bali and Nusa Tenggara, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi and Maluku Papua. Its other activities include electricity consultation, construction, installation, assessment, testing, operations, and maintenance of electrical power equipment, planning and development of electric power facilities, and research and support activities related to electricity. The company was founded on January 1, 1961 and is headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia.

The Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce is a chamber of commerce based in Kansas City, MO. The CEO of the non-profit company is Terry D. Bassham.

Mortgage Research Center LLC provides residential mortgage loans. The company was founded by Brant Bukowsky and Brock Bukowsky in 2002 and is headquartered in Columbia, MO.

United Way of Greater Kansas City, Inc. provides education, health, and social services. It specializes in child care, academic assistance, and family support. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Part of Rayonier, Inc., Pope MGP, Inc. operates as a master general partner firm. The company is based in Poulsbo, WA. Thomas M. Ringo has been the CEO of the company since 1989.

Starlight Theatre Association of Kansas City, Inc. produces, presents and promotes in musical theatre and the performing arts for diverse audiences of all ages, with continued programming for families and children. The firm specializes in Broadway shows, concerts, theatre education and munity outreach. The company was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Part of Weyerhaeuser Co., Longview Timber LLC is a company that owns and manages freehold timberlands. The company is based in Longview, WA. Longview Timber was acquired by Weyerhaeuser Co. from Brookfield Corp. on July 23, 2013 for $2,650 million.

Krilogy Financial LLC (Krilogy) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Creve Coeur, Missouri. The firm was founded by Kent Skornia in 2008. Krilogy provides portfolio management services to individuals, high net-worth individuals, trusts and estates, institutional – pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations or business entities, charitable foundations and not-for-profit endowments.

TechGuard Security LLC provides trusted and award-winning cyber security solutions. It offers government cybersecurity services, strategic planning, penetration testing and vulnerability assessments, incident response, training, and health security. The company was founded by Suzanne Magee Joyce in 2000 and is headquartered in Chesterfield, MO.

Creative Planning, Inc. is a SEC-registered investment advisor and holding firm headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm was founded in 1983 and provides investment advice to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates or charitable organizations, corporations or business entities other than those listed above, foundations, endowments and other institutions.

Veterans United Foundation operates as a division of Veteran United Home Loans. It is funded from employee contributions that are matched dollar-by-dollar to the company. The company was founded by Brant Bukowsky and Brock Bukowsky in 2002 and is headquartered in Columbia, MO.

The Chicago Writers Association is a nonprofit organization established in 2003 and registered as a 501(c)(3) in 2008. The Chicago Writers Association is based in Evanston, IL. The association is a creative community of writers in the Chicagoland area, spanning many genres, styles, and levels of experience. The non-profit company's purpose is to share information, experiences, and encouragement with those for whom written expression is an integral part of life. The association hosts a variety of events, including conferences, pitch sessions, and book awards. The company also publish a magazine called Write City Review and offer resources such as a speakers bureau and education programs.

RNAissance Ag LLC is a biotechnology startup focused on delivering RNA-based insecticides for crop protection. It develops spray-on RNA insecticides including against pests such as the Diamondback Moth. The company was founded by Nigel Taylor and Bala Venkata in January 2019 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Missouri Innovation Center, Inc (Missouri Innovation Center) is a venture capital firm founded in 1984. The firm is headquartered in Columbia, Missouri.

Covenant Animal Health Partners LLC was founded in 2018 and is based in an undisclosed location. The American company is dedicated to developing and registering "revenue-ready" animal health products to address critical market needs for both production and companion animals. Covenant's experienced team of animal health and technology professionals brings decades of expertise to rapidly evaluate, develop, and partner with animal health manufacturers and distributors. The company also collaborates with industry leaders to fund, develop, and accelerate external innovation initiatives.