Robert M. Hoyt

North American Technologies Group, Inc. engages in manufacturing and marketing of engineered composite railroad crossties also called ties through its 100% owned subsidiary TieTek LLC. The Company's TieTek® composite railroad tie is a direct substitute for a wood tie but with a longer expected life and several environmental advantages. The Company began commercial manufacturing and shipping of ties during the third quarter of 2000. It is a leading manufacturer of composite railroad ties and hold several U.S. patents. The company believe ties are superior in many applications to wood ties and present a better value over its life cycle.

Founded in 2000, Crestview Capital Partners LLC is a hedge fund manager located in Northbrook, Illinois

Jennison Associates LLC is a SEC-registered investment advisor and mutual fund manager which was founded in 1969 by Spiros Segalas and six colleagues. The firm was acquired by The Prudential Insurance Company of America (PICA) in 1985. They are a subsidiary of PGIM, Inc., ultimately held by Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU). Headquartered in New York City, Jennison Associates manages equity, fixed income, and custom solutions portfolios in a range of styles, geographies and market capitalizations for various clients.