Jeffrey A. Knight

Georgia-Pacific LLC manufactures tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products and related chemicals. It offers hygienic dispensing systems, towels, tissues, soaps, air fresheners, wipers, cups, cutlery, and napkins. The firm's household brands include Brawny paper towels, Quilted Northern bath tissue and Dixie cups and tableware. The company was founded by Owen R. Cheatham in 1927 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Homestake Mining Co. of California was owned gold operations, located in the following countries: Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile and USA. The Company was founded to develop the Homestake mine discovered in the Black Hills of the Dakota Territory in 1876. It was a gold mining company until its diversification into uranium mining. Homestake Mining was headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

GE Ionics, Inc. manufactures water treatment equipment and chemicals. It provides services such as designing, installation, operation, and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Trevose, PA.

Kaydon Corp. designs, manufactures and sells custom engineered products. It operates in two segments, Friction Control Products and Velocity Control Products. The Friction Control Products segment offers anti-friction bearings, split roller bearings, and specialty balls that are used in the aerospace, defense, specialized robotics, medical, alternative energy, security, electronic, material handling, construction, and other industrial applications. The Velocity Control Products segment provides industrial and safety shock absorbers, velocity controls, gas springs, rotary dampers, vibration-isolation and shock-control products, isolation mounts, and highly engineered vibration solutions for use in specialized robotics, material handling, machine tool, medical, amusement, and other industrial applications. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI.

Pegasus Gold, Inc. engages in mining and processing of gold, and the exploration for and development of gold purchasing properties. Its products include gold, silver, zinc, lead, and copper. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Spokane, WA.

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP provides legal services. The firm's areas of practice includes appellate, litigation, business and commercial litigation, dispute resolution, government contracts, internal investigations, labor and employment, oil and gas patent, trademark and copyright infringement, product liability and toxic tort securities litigation. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Harry London Candies, Inc. manufactures chocolate and cocoa products. The firm’s products include dark chocolate peppermint, chocolate bars, gourmet pretzels, toffees and metallic gift boxes. The company was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in North Canton, OH.

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

California Institute of Technology provides education focusing on science, engineering, academia, business, and public service. The company was founded in 1891 and it is headquartered in Pasadena, CA.

Detroit Suphony Orchestra operates is an American orchestra firm. The firm’s performance schedule includes Classical, Pops, Jazz, Young People’s, Neighborhood trumpeter, and collaborations with chart-topping musicians from Smokey Robinson to Kid Rock. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Detroit Economic Club is a non profit organization committed to the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It provides a platform for distinguished international dignitaries and business leaders, who represent the changing global environment. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

State Bar of Michigan is a professional organization that provides a wide range of services to its members, including career center, employment, ethics helpline, and resources. State Bar of Michigan is based in Lansing, MI. The organization also offers legal assistance to the public, including lawyer referral service, legal aid programs, and probate information.

Georgia Research Alliance, Inc. provides university-based research services. The firm offers talent, foster collaboration, infrastructure and technology. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The Business Council for International Understanding is a strategic partner for businesses and governments. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY. The company helps build the infrastructure of a thriving world by facilitating relationships, partnerships, and international understanding. The CEO of the company is Peter Tichansky.

U.S.-Spain Council, Inc. operates as a non-profit organization. It aims to promote stronger ties between the corporate leaders, government officials, and leaders in education and culture of United States of America and Spain. The organization was founded by Albert Gore and Jose Maria Aznar in May 1996 and is headquartered in Bethesda, MD.

Part of General Electric Co., GE (China) Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company that manufactures and distributes household appliances, light bulbs, and other consumer electronics. The company is based in Shanghai, China.

US-ASEAN Business Council, Inc. operates advocacy groups. The non-profit company is based in Washington.

U.S.-Russia Business Council operates as a trade association. It provides business development, dispute resolution, government relations, and market intelligence services to its American and Russian member companies. The company represents the interests of 300 member companies operating in the Russian market. U.S.-Russia Business Council was founded in 2000 and is located in Washington, DC.

SRG Global, Inc. manufactures chrome plated plastic parts for the automotive, commercial truck and household appliance industries. Its products include front and rear end, green house, body side, accents, and integrated systems. The company also provides chrome plating, injection molding, painting, assembly, and metal forming and extrusion services. SRG Global was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Troy, MI.

Guardian Industries Corp. Ltd. is an automotive industry window manufacturer. It glass products include flat, architectural coated, interior, technical and transportation glass products. It offers glass solutions for commercial, residential, interiors, automotive and technical glass industry segments. The company was founded in 1932 and is headquartered in Nongkhae, Thailand.

The Henry Ford is a non-profit organization, which engages in operating museum and other educational centers. Its properties include the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, Greenfield Village, Ford Rouge Factory Tour, and Giant Screen Experience. The company was founded by Henry Ford and is headquartered in Dearborn, MI.

Part of Koch Industries, Inc., Guardian Industries Holdings LLC operates as a holding company that manufactures float and fabricated glass products and coatings. The company is based in Auburn Hills, MI. The company was founded in 1932. Ron Vaupel has been the CEO of the company since 2013.

The Next Practice Ltd. is a development consultancy firm. Its services include methods and speaking and workshops. The company was founded by Jeb Brugmann and Coimbatore Krishnarao Prahalad in 2004 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.