David van Bibber

Guilford is an integrated designer and manufacturer of value-added fabrics and engineered products, utilizing a broad range of technologies. One of the world's largest warp knit textile companies, Guilford serves a diversified global customer base in automotive products, technical textiles, apparel fabrics and fibers markets. Guilford Fibers provides fine denier, specialty fibers for the warp knit textile industry. The firm's fabrics are developed not only for their aesthetic design properties but also strict technical performance parameters for process ability and lifetime use. Guilford's Information Services (IS) group is positioned to play a vitally important role in the implementation of Guilford's strategic direction by remaining appropriately ahead of the requirements curve with regard to technical robustness, business efficiencies, and cost management.

Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. engages in the provision of a diverse range of technical, professional, and construction services to industrial, commercial, and governmental clients. The firm operates through Critical Mission Solutions, and People & Places Solutions segments. The Critical Mission Solutions provides a full spectrum of cyber, data analytics, systems and software application integration and consulting services. The People & Places Solutions provides end-to-end solutions for clients' complex challenges like whether climate change, energy transition, connected mobility, integrated water management, smart cities or vaccine manufacturing. The company was founded by Joseph J. Jacobs in 1947 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

The Strober Organization, Inc. provides construction and building materials. Its products include lumber, gypsum, roofing, roof trusses, kitchens, windows and other millwork products. It provides services that include technical support, estimating, computer-aided kitchen, deck design, and engineering services for wood products, wall panels, and trusses. The company was founded in 1912 and is headquartered in Brooklyn, NY.

Sovereign Specialty Chemicals, Inc. develops, produces and distributes adhesives, sealants and coatings primarily used in packaging & converting, industrial and construction markets. The company operates in both commercial and construction segments. It was founded by Waud Reeve B in 1995 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC provides assurance, tax and advisory services. Its services include audit and assurance, consulting, deals, human resources, legal, tax, and family business. The firm also offers accountability, risk management, structuring, mergers and acquisitions, and performance and process improvement. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Buffalo, NY.

Founded in 1975, Haynes International Ltd. is a subsidiary of Haynes International, Inc. that manufactures and markets nickel and cobalt based alloys. The company is based in Openshaw, UK.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

Arena Brands, Inc. manufactures and distributes western and casual wear. It specializes in western hats and its products include golf, casual hats, jewelry, boots, and accessories. The company was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Garland, TX.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Encore Medical LP develops, manufactures, and distributes orthopedic surgery products. It supplies its products to orthopedic surgeons, physicians, physical and occupational therapists, and other health care professionals. The company was founded in April 1992 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Ropes & Gray LLP provides legal and private equity services. Its practice areas include asset management, banking, business and commercial litigation, business restructuring, capital markets and corporate governance and compliance. The company was founded in 1865 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Part of Abrams Capital Management LP, Abrams Capital Management LLC provides investment advice and fund management services. The company is based in Boston.

Heritage Environmental Services LLC provides environmental management services. It offers emergency response, sustainability and onsite services, technical solutions, and waste disposal. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN.

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

Data Physics Corp. designs and markets test and measurement solutions for applications in noise and vibration. It supplies vibration test systems to the aerospace, automotive and commercial vehicle, engineering, education, electronics, military and defense, and semiconductors industries. The firm products are SignalCalc Dynamic Signal Analyzers, SignalForce Shakers and Accessories, SignalSound High Intensity and Underwater Acoustics, and SignalStar Vibration Controllers. The company was founded by Dave C. Snyder and Sri R. Welaratna in 1984 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Lansmont Corp. manufactures testing equipment for product and package testing services to the companies, government laboratories and educational institutions. It also designs and manufactures laboratory test equipment, such as shock, vibration, compression and drop test machines which simulate environmental inputs and hazards. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Monterey, CA.

Nations Equipment Finance LLC provides investment services. The firm serves manufacturing and industrial, construction, rail, mining, trucking, oil and gas, marine, aviation, logging and forestry and buses industries. The company was founded in September 2010 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT.

Milender White Construction Co. provides comprehensive pre-construction and construction management services. It offers pre-construction, general contracting, design and build and restoration and rehabilitation. The company was founded by Bryon White and Mike Milender in 1997 and is located in Arvada, CO.

Avalign Technologies, Inc. engages in the design and manufacture of precision-machined tools and implants for surgical and medical specialties. It operates through the Avalign Orthopedics and Avalign Surgical divisions. The Avalign Orthopedics division produces implants and instruments for orthopedic, spine, and trauma applications. The Avalign Surgical division sells surgical instruments to hospitals, distributors, and orthopedic equipment manufacturers. The company was founded by Forrest R. Whittaker in 2005 and is headquartered in Rosemont, IL.

Otis Elevator Co. manufactures and maintains elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. The company also offers maintenance and monitoring services to its customers through network of branch offices and service centers. Its products include Gen2, HdroFit, SkyRise and SkyBuild. The company was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Farmington, CT.

Carrier Corp. manufactures air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment. Its products include residential systems, commercial systems, transport refrigeration, and commercial refrigeration. The company was founded by Willis Haviland Carrier on July 17, 1902 and is headquartered in Jupiter, FL.

Halcrow Group Ltd. provides planning, designing, and management services. It serves the airports, nuclear, geotechnics, renewables, health and safety, and power generation markets. The company was founded in 1868 and is headquartered in London, UK.