Colin Hurd

DuPont Pioneer develops, markets and sells hybrid seeds. It provides argonomic support and services to farmers and strives to develop sustainable agricultural systems. The company was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Johnston, IA.

LaSalle Investment Management, Inc. is a Private Equity firm, a subsidiary of Jones Lang LaSalle, Inc. founded in 1999. LaSalle Investment Management, Inc. is headquartered in Chicago.

Lincolnway Energy LLC operates a coal fired ethanol plant. It processes corn into fuel grade ethanol and distillers grains at the ethanol plant. The firm's distiller's dry grains (DDG) are used for livestock and animal feed for dairy and beef cattle, swine, poultry and aquaculture. The company was founded on May 19, 2004 and is headquartered in Nevada, IA.

Harrisvaccines LLC develops vaccine technology for the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases in swine and cattle. Its pipeline products comprise vaccines for viral diseases. The company was founded by Hank Harris in 2005 and is headquartered in Ames, IA.

NextFoods, Inc. produces and supplies probiotic juice drinks for digestive health. Its products include Organic GoodBelly Quarts, GoodBelly Citrus Varieties, Organic GoodBelly+, Organic GoodBelly BigShot, GoodBelly Probiotic Coconut Water and GoodBelly StraightShot. The company was founded by Steven A. Demos and Todd Beckman in 2006 and is headquartered in Boulder, CO.

Rhythm Superfoods, LLC produces and sells kale and sweet potato chips. It sells its products online and retail outlets, grocery stores, The company was founded by Scott Jensen, Clayton Christopher, David Smith, Larkin Robert and Keith Wahrer in 2009 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

GlobalVetLINK LC operates as a web-based software systems, that connects veterinarians, animal owners and producers, laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, feed distributors, auction markets and animal health officials. The firm also provides the leading vet diagnostic aggregation and data analysis solution, LabLINK HIMS, for herd health management. The company was founded by Kevin Maher in 1999 and is headquartered in Ames, IA.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (GS&Co.) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1927, the firm is a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). GS&Co. provides services to help hedge funds manage risk, monitor portfolios, maintain liquidity and build their businesses. They offer clients access to global equity and derivatives markets, as well as foreign exchange, commodities, European Lefts, rates and credit across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The firm proactively monitors capital markets, searching for pockets of liquidity and news that may require changes to those strategies. Integration with the Goldman Sachs network gives clients access to the firm's sectored block trades and their insights into price discovery. Their electronic trading program provides clients with tools to manage their trades from pre-trade analytics to post-trade analysis.

American Chemical Society engages as a scientific society which supports scientific inquiry in the field of chemistry. The company was founded in 1876 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

Adams Extract & Spice LLC manufactures and distributes blends, extracts, and spices. The firm manufactures and markets under several Adams Brand banners including Adams Best, Adams Extract, Adams ClearVan, Adams Seasoning & Spice, Adams Reserve, Flavor King, Adams Pantry Basics, Sear-n-Crust, Carniceria, and Culinary Tonight. The company was founded by John Anderson Adams in 1888 and is headquartered in Gonzales, TX.

The University of St. Thomas is an institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The private company is based in St. Paul, MN. It offers over 150 undergraduate majors and minors, as well as graduate programs in various fields such as business, engineering, law, education, social work, and arts and humanities. The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 by John Ireland.

Piper Sandler & Co. operates as an investment company, which engages in the provision of securities brokerage and investment banking services. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. operates as a wealth management, capital markets, private equity and asset management firm. It offers equity research, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, public financing and fixed income services. The firm serves individual, corporate, institutional and municipal clients. The company was founded by Robert Wilson Baird in 1919 and is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

Founded in 2004 by John Flaugh, Dennis Bailey and Jason DeStigter, Summit Equity Group LLC is a private equity firm located in Des Moines, Iowa.

Iowa Biotechnology Association unifies Iowa''s bioscience industry, academic research institutions and economic development organizations. The firm encompasses development of industrial enzymes, livestock genetics, seed genetics, human gene research, nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, advanced bio-composites, biomass technologies and healthy foods/beverages. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Valley Machining Co. operates machine shops that produce and supply components and assemblies. The company is based in Rock Valley, IA. The company was founded by Len van Otterloo, Chuck Ver Steeg.

The American Society of Plant Biologists is an organization that was established in 1924 with the aim of advancing the field of plant biology. The society encourages and publishes research in this area.

Bolts & Nuts Corp. distributes commercial and construction bolts and fasteners. It offers bolts, nuts, washers, screws, anchors, pins, threaded insert, kits, finished parts, and socket products. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Chattanooga, TN.

Manitowoc Tool & Machining LLC is a reputable industry leader in the USA, providing high-quality components and equipment for the food production industry. The company is based in Manitowoc, WI, and has subsidiaries in the United States. Manitowoc Tool & Machining was founded in 1995 and has over 357,500 square feet of temperature-controlled space housing state-of-the-art machining equipment. The company offers precision component CNC machining for various industries, including aerospace, defense, energy, mining, construction, agriculture, food production, marine, medical, and other markets. The company specializes in machining stainless steel, prototype machining, and top contract manufacturing services. The company also manufactures an array of parts for the marine industry, including gears, engine casings, motor flanges and mounts, impellers, and rudders. The company has acquired ISO 9001:2015 certification and offers CNC machining, production machining, special machining, engineering services, stamping, stamping dies, and complete fabrication.

Tailwater Capital LLC (Tailwater Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2013 by Edward Herring and Jason Downie. The firm headquartered in Texas, US.

Advanced Capital Group, Inc. (ACG) is an independent registered investment advisor headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm was founded by Charles L. Langowski 1998. ACG offers investment consulting services primarily to employer sponsored retirement plans, foundations/endowments and Native American Tribal Councils. They provide investment management services to corporations, banks and insurers.

Urban Remedy, Inc. provides pressed juices, nutrition-based drinks, snacks and meals. It offers certified organic, raw ready-to-eat meals and snacks, cold-pressed juices, health and wellness education. The company was founded by Neka Pasquale in 2009 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.

Inland Coatings Holdings LLC manufactures and distributes roof specialty coatings and affordable solutions. Its products include RC 2000 Rubber Roof coating, RC-2200 seam compound, DF-1000 Rubber Deck filler and CR-2100 Skylight coating. The firm specializes in the development and production of liquid-applied roofing systems for commercial and industrial buildings. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Adel, IA.

Midwest Growth Advisors LLC (Midwest Growth Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2013 by John Mickelson, Mike Taylor and Joe Greving. The firm is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Ag Solutions Group LLC provides agricultural equipment, supplies, service, and support for farmers, fertilizer dealers, custom applicators, and the construction industry. The company is based in Marshall, MO and has subsidiaries in Spain. The company has a large selection of pre-owned equipment for sale, and all used inventory is thoroughly inspected by certified technicians before resale.

301 Inc (301) is a venture capital subsidiary of General Mills Inc founded in 2012 by John Haugen .The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Mountaingate Management Co LLC (Mountaingate Capital) is a private equity fim founded in 2016 founded by Bennett R. Thompson, Stewart A. Fisher, and Bruce L. Rogers. The firm is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

Hersh Family Investments (Hersh Family Investments) is a venture capital firm founded in 1997. The firm is headquartered in Irving, Texas.

Terva LLC engages in the provision of technology services. The company is headquartered in Ames, IA.

Manna Tree Partners LLC (Manna Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 2018 by Ellie Rubenstein, Ross Iverson and Brent Drever. The firm is headquartered in Vail, Colorado.

Countryside Tank Co. manufactures transportation equipment. It offers equipment for the propane and anhydrous ammonia markets as well as structural steel projects. The company is headquartered in Osceola, IA.

FarmlandfFnder, Inc. operates as an online search engine for land real estate. The firm offers market intelligence and data management tools to farmland professionals. It allows users to view upcoming land sales, sale price records, sale transaction details and oil composition maps. The company was founded by Steven Brockshus in 2016 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Van Becelaere Machine Works Co., Inc. engages in the provision of precision machined parts and sub-assemblies. Its services include precision machining, grinding, broaching, and honing. The company was founded by James D. Van Becelaere in 9166 and is headquartered in Pittsburg, KS.

Mazen Animal Health, Inc. develops, delivers, and commercializes novel biological vaccines and therapeutics. The company is based in Ames, IA. Mazen Animal Health was founded by John Howard and Jenny Filbey, with Jenny Filbey serving as CEO since incorporation.

Vitalize Venture Group is a venture capital fund and angel network that annually invests into pre-seed and seed stage startups. The company was founded by Gale Wilkinson in 2017 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Genvax Technologies, Inc. is a company based in Ames, IA. Joel Harris has been the CEOs since incorporation. Genvax Technologies, Inc. was founded by Hank Harris, Joel Harris.

Charter Oak Creative LLC provides consulting services for startups. The company is based in Chicago, IL.

Fast AG Solutions LLC is a company that specializes in providing innovative equipment for in-field operations. The company is based in Windom, MN and was founded in 1990 by Verlyn Fast. The company's product line includes sprayers, liquid fertilizer applicators, tractor mounted tanks, and trailer tanks.

Parallel AG is a private company that offers a full-line of agricultural equipment from top brands. The company is based in Chickasha, OK. The company provides 24/7 parts, service, and support. The company was founded in 2023. The CEO is Shawn Skaggs.

GRX Holdings LLC is a private company based in West Des Moines, IA. GRX Holdings LLC was founded in 1983.

Superior Metal Products, Inc. supplies metal products. It offer metal stamping, sheetmetal fabrication, laser cutting, welding, tools and die, design assistance, engineering, packing, plating, powder coating and process assembly. The company was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Chuckey, TN.