William H. Coughlin

George K. Baum & Co. is an investment banking firm with an industry-leading municipal bond business. Its clients include both individual and institutions, and it approaches each one with commitment, energy, innovation and confidence. Its focus is on helping its clients achieve their goals. It does that by providing relevant products and services in every segment of its business. It is dedicated to combining quality service with integrity and creativity- a commitment it has maintained since the firm was founded in 1928. By choosing George K. Baum & Co. as an investment partner, clients gain access to a broad array of investment opportunities and expertise. It is a leader in municipal finance and consistently ranks as one of the nation's top underwriters of negotiated municipal bonds. The firm trades government, agency and mortgage-backed securities. The Firm's affiliate, George K. Baum Capital Advisors, Inc. helps clients realize superior value primarily through mergers and acquisitions and private capital raising assignments.

American Red Cross, Inc. provides individual and family social services. It is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. provides financial regulatory services. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The American company was founded by Richard B. Jennings, Vince Means.

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation provides services for the downtrodden and homeless people. It also offers donor-advised funds. The company was founded by Ed Smith in 1978 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

Security Industry Association provides liaison between the security industry and the government. It also provides educational resources, training programs, government relations and member services. The company is headquartered in Silver Spring, MD.