Stephen Parker

The Country Music Association (CMA) is a trade association that promotes country music. The private company is based in Nashville, TN. The organization was the first of its kind and is committed to sharing the emotional and poetic qualities of country music with the world. Sarah Trahern has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

Gener8tor Management LLC(Gener8tor) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Troy Vosseller and Joe Kirgues. The firm is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and had additional offices in Madison and Minneapolis.

The National Governors Association operates as a bipartisan organization for governors on a national level. The non-profit company is based in Washington.

McGuirewoods Consulting LLC is a firm that provides national strategies, legislative solutions, and strategic communications to clients. McGuirewoods Consulting is based in Richmond, VA. The private company has deep subject matter knowledge and partnerships that allow them to deliver superior client experiences. The company has a formidable strength at the state level, with the capability to help clients in all 50 states. The company brings vast experience in facilitating communications with elected officials on complex legislative issues. The team of digital media specialists, public relations professionals, and former political operatives can deliver the tools and strategies needed to shape policy debates and public perceptions. The company was founded in 1998 by Frank B. Atkinson. James Hovis Hodges has been the CEO of the company since 2017.