William E. Landay

Gibbs & Cox, Inc. provides naval architecture, marine engineering, management support, and consulting engineering services. It offers maritime programs in systems engineering, platform design, sustainment, and life-cycle extension for both government and commercial market sectors. The company was founded by William Francis Gibbs, Frederick H. Gibbs, and Daniel H. Cox on June 29, 1929 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Surface Navy Association promotes coordination and communication among those in the military, business, and academic communities who share a common interest in surface warfare while supporting the activities of Surface Naval Forces. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Fairfax, VA.

VT Halter Marine, Inc. is engaged in the design, construction, and repair of ships. It offers comprehensive packages covering shipbuilding projects from blueprint to blue water. The firm provides small to medium size ship construction to commercial and government clients. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Pascagoula, MS.