Mark Byrne

Basic Chemical Solutions, L.L.C. ('BCS') is a U.S.-based global distributor and trader of commodity chemicals. With roots dating back almost 50 years, BCS has established a worldwide infrastructure with 29 offices in 15 countries on 4 continents, and another 46 owned or contracted chemical terminal locations. Its product focus on inorganic mineral acids and bases includes some of the most broadly used chemicals in the world such as caustic soda, bleach and sulfuric and hydrochloric acid. Its core product line is augmented in the U.S. by the Performance Chemical Division and internationally by the availability of a range of other chemical intermediates. Its capability to source product from around the world, coupled with the diversity of its relationships with chemical manufacturers, ensures that its customers will have a highly reliable source of supply. Its innovative methods of transportation, storage and handling not only reduce the risks of dealing with hazardous chemicals, but give BCS the unique ability to supply economically any size customer requirement from gallons to shiploads.

Univar Solutions, Inc. is a chemical and ingredients distributor and provider of specialty services. It operates through the following segments: USA, Canada, Europe and the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America. The company was founded by George van Waters and Nat Rogers on August 8, 1924, and is headquartered in Downers Grove, IL.

V Global Holdings LLC engages in the provision of financial advisory and management consulting services. The company was founded on May 26, 2016 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN.

Cypress Forest Capital LLC provides investment services. The private company is based in San Jose.