Sam Fakhoury

CS Wireless Systems, Inc. provides wireless cable services. The private company is based in Burnsville, MN.

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. provides television broadcasting and digital media services. The company was founded in December 2000 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

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.

Research Now Group LLC provides digital data collection services. It offers data-driven decision making through proprietary consumer and business and online panels, as well as mobile, digital and social media technologies. The company was founded by Morton H. Meyerson and Harold M. Brierley in 1999 and is headquartered in Plano, TX.

KPMG LLP engages in the provision of audit, tax, and advisory services. It serves the banking and capital markets, building, construction and real estate, consumer and retail, energy, natural resources and chemicals, financial services, government and public sector, healthcare and life sciences, industrial manufacturing, insurance, media and entertainment, private equity, technology, telecommunications, and venture capital industries. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Synergex International Corp. specializes in cross-platform application development tools. It offers platforms, data management, development tools, license management and current version products. The company was founded by Kenneth Lidster in 1976 and is headquartered in Gold River, CA.

Alcon Laboratories, Inc. develops and manufactures ophthalmic pharmaceutical products. The firm offers over-the-counter eye care products, medical devices, equipment, ophthalmic drugs, surgical instruments, needles, and sutures for microsurgery and disposable drapes. The company was founded by Robert Alexander and William Conner in 1945 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX.

International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions provides amusement and recreational services. It holds annual trade shows, publishes FUNWORLD magazine, offers management and customer service advice, sets safety standards, and lobbies government on behalf of the industry. International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

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

Tel-Aviv University operates as a university in Israel. Its faculties include arts, engineering, science, humanities, law, life science, management, medicine, and social science. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Ramat Aviv, Israel.

BrandProtect, Inc. provides internet threat detection services to monitor the entire social Internet spectrum and mitigate business risk arising from fraudulent or unauthorized online activity. The company was founded by Bradley Silver, Leslie Goldsmith, Hugh Hyndman and Colin Silver in 2001 and is headquartered in Mississauga, Canada.

Unilife Medical Solutions, Inc. operates as a medical device contract manufacturer of disposable devices. It engages in the design, development, and validation of automated equipment used in the production of medical devices. The firm’s project management services include product design and support and prototyping, molding, assembly, printing, packaging, sterilization, and quality control. The company is headquartered in York, PA.

Keystone Dental, Inc. engages in the provision of oral healthcare company. It delivers advanced, easy-to-use implants, biomaterials and planning software for dental professionals. The company was founded on March 2006 and is headquartered in Burlington, MA.

OcuSense, Inc. develops in-vitro diagnostics technologies. It engages in developing tests for other ocular surface diseases and measuring biomarkers for diagnosis and management of eye diseases. The company was founded by Eric Donsky and Benjamin D. Sullivan in 2003 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

LQ Management LLC owns, operates, and franchises hotels. The company offers guest rooms and suites. It operates in the Canada, Mexico and U. S under the brand names La Quinta Inn and La Quinta Inns & Suites. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Irving, TX.

The International Intra-Ocular Implant Club is a research organization that focuses on the field of intraocular lens implantation.

American Academy of Ophthalmology, Inc. is the world's largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company advocates for patients and the public and set standards for ophthalmic education. The organization provides information about managing a practice, clinical pearls, and how to thrive in residency for young ophthalmologists. The company also offers an Outstanding Humanitarian Service Award and have committees that are essential to the establishment and implementation of the organization's mission and strategic goals. The Academy's website, EyeSmart, provides information on eye diseases, treatments, news, and tips for lifelong eye health. The company also has a faculty development program for their annual meeting and offer a program called Eyecelerator that advances eye care innovation by connecting creative entrepreneurs with mission-driven investors and access to markets.

Young Presidents'' Organization (Canada) operates as a non-profit organization. It helps young chief executives to engage, learn, and grow. The company was founded on February 13, 2011 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Canadian Franchise Association operates as a franchising authority in Canada. It promotes franchising and educates Canadians about franchising, specific franchise opportunities and proper due diligence through its many events, programs, publications and websites. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Behavioral Health Group, Inc. engages in the provision of opioid addiction treatment services. It offers medication-assisted treatment and addiction counseling. The company was founded by James F. Draudt and Andrew G. Love in 2006 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Accelmed Partners Ii Management LLC (Accelmed) is a private equity subsidiary of Arkin Moshe founded in 2009. The firm is headquartered in Miami, Florida.

TearLab Research Inc. engages in the development of technologies to enable eye care practitioners to test a range of biomarkers at the point-of-care. The company is headquartered in Escondido, CA.

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.

TherOptix, Inc. develops and manufactures drug-eluting contact lens. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Surface Ophthalmics, Inc. operates as a biopharmaceutical company. It focuses on development and commercialization of innovative therapeutics. The firm’s current drug pipeline consists of three proprietary drug candidates. Surface topical eye drop drug candidates, SURF-100 and SURF-200, utilize a patented delivery vehicle. The company is founded by Mark L. Baum and it is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

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.

Reliant Pro Rehab LLC provides rehabilitation management services. It offers therapist recruitment and retention, clinical programs, census development, quality assurance and complinace, customer partnering, and regualatory strategy solutions. The company was founded by Mark Fowler in 2002 and is headquartered in Plano, TX.