Michael B. Austin

Chromatin, Inc. provides seed and feedstock products for traditional agriculture and bio-industrial processes. The firm markets seed products under its Sorghum Partners brand, primarily the grain sorghum and forage sorghum seed types. It also delivers sorghum products for companies seeking renewable feedstock. Its service areas encompass supplying seed, contracting growers, providing agronomic support, and overseeing harvest and delivery of feedstock in the form and specifications required by bio-processors. The company was founded by Kevin Keith, Daphne Preuss and Gregory Paul Copenhaver in 2001 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

M3 Capital Partners LLC is engaged in the provision of integrated origination, execution, asset and investment management services to its principal investment and advisory businesses. It has invested in and advised on investment and development strategies across a broad range of core and alternative real estate sectors, including office, retail, logistics, residential, student accommodation, seniors housing, self storage, cemeteries and funeral homes, medical office buildings, parking, motorway service areas, strategic land, manufactured housing, hotels, and real estate debt. The company was founded in 1991 and it is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Neusentis is a biopharmaceutical company, which is focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel orally-administered small molecule drugs that modulate ion channel targets. The company has developed an integrated technology platform that allows for the efficient discovery of drug leads. The firm is conducting research and development activities in a number of disease areas, including epilepsy, pain and inflammation. Icagen has two clinical stage programs in epilepsy and pain. The company was formerly known as Icagen, Inc. It was founded by Andre L. Lamotte and P. Kay Wagoner on November 23, 1992 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

IRI Golf Group provides golf courses. The private company is based in Plano, TX.

Feldman & Associates provides accounting services. The private company is based in Toronto, Canada. and has subsidiaries in Canada. Izzy Feldman has been the CEO of the Canadian company since 2010.

Part of Olympia Chimney Supply Holdings LLC, Copperfield Chimney Supply, Inc. supplies chimney and hearth products. The company is based in Scranton, PA. Copperfield Chimney Supply was acquired by Olympia Chimney & Venting, Inc. from The Home Depot, Inc. on January 07, 2019. The company was founded in 1978 by Robert Daniels. The CEO is Bryan Yourdon.

First Genetic Trust, Inc. provides genetic data handling and bioinformatics services to pharmaceutical companies, medical researchers and health care providers. The company was founded in 2000 by Arthur L. Holden and is headquartered in Deerfield, IL.

Main Street Gourmet LLC provides customized bakery products for national and regional in-store bakeries, restaurants and other food operators. Its product lines consist of muffins, cookies, brownies, bars, granola, quick breads, toppings, and many other dessert products. The company was founded by Harvey S. Nelson and Steven L. Marks in 1987 and is headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, OH.

McDermott Cue Manufacturing, Inc. manufactures handcrafted cues and intimidator high performance shafts, equipment and accessories for the billiards and game room industry. Its products include cue models, cue shafts, cue cases and cue accessories. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Menomonee Falls, WI

High Street Capital (High Street) is a private equity firm founded in 1997 by Joseph R. Katcha and Kent C. Haeger. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

TicketsNow.com, Inc. operates as an online resale marketplace for sports, concert and theater tickets. Its online marketplace enables buyers to choose and purchase event tickets from licensed brokers and individual sellers. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, IL.

Abcentra, Inc. is an American clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that specializes in developing novel antibody therapies for inflammatory diseases, with a particular focus on cardiovascular disease. The private company's patented technology allows for the targeting of oxidized lipoproteins and associated inflammatory responses. Abcentra's pipeline focuses on patient populations with high-risk of cardiometabolic complications that are exacerbated by chronic inflammation, including patients with inflammatory diseases and patients with residual inflammation. The company's lead compound, orticumab, is a novel monoclonal antibody that blocks inflammation from oxidized low-density lipoprotein and is slated to begin a phase 2 study later this year. Kevin B. Bacon has been the CEO of the company since 2020.

Nandorf, Inc. retails used merchandise, antiques, and secondhand goods. The private company is based in Crestwood, IL.

Auto Driveaway Franchise Systems LLC engages in the provision of vehicle delivery services. It offers shipping, storage, casual car list, and other related services. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Lombard, IL.

Electrophysiology Research Foundation operates as a charitable non-profit organization devoted solely to research and education in cardiac electrophysiology. It engages in the conducting research studies in the field of cardiac pharmacology, cardiac lectrophysiology, arrhythmia ablation, implantable pacemakers, and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators. The firm conducts and coordinates multicenter clinical trials, and basic research in cardiac electrophysiology and cardiac pacing. The company was founded by Sanjeev Saksena on August 2, 1982 and is headquartered in Warren, NJ.

Electrochaea LLC develops technology for converting electricity and carbon dioxide into methane. Its technology enables to store renewable energy from wind and solar and represents a viable solution for utility-scale energy storage, grid balancing and carbon recycling. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Clover Capital Partners LLC (Clover Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2009 by David Choe & Alex Schneider. The firm is headquartered in Evanston, Illinois.

Chicago Capital Partners Management LLC (Chicago Capital Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Kovitz Investment Group LLC founded in 2011. The firm is headquartered in Highland Park, Illinois.

Part of National Bank of Canada, Credigy Solutions, Inc. is a business-to-business specialty finance company that invests in existing consumer-related assets across multiple asset classes and geographies. The company is based in Norcross, GA, and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in their workplace. The company offers flexibility across the capital structure to acquire or finance a diverse range of assets and are the partner of choice when financial institutions face complex challenges and strategic changes. Credigy's portfolio is diversified across a wide variety of consumer-related assets, and they have closed more than 350 deals, representing over $24b+ invested life to date. The company prioritizes unbiased recruiting, hiring, and employment practices and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Sidley Austin LLP is a premier legal adviser with over 2000 lawyers in 20 offices worldwide. Sidley Austin is based in Chicago, IL and has subsidiaries in Germany, Hong Kong, United States, United Kingdom, and Japan. The firm has been providing superior client service for over 150 years and has a diverse group of legal professionals from many cultures who are dedicated to teamwork and collaboration. Sidley Austin has forged enduring relationships with the business community and serves a varied and high-caliber group of market leaders, many of whom are pioneers in their respective industries and professions. The firm is committed to pro bono service and its lawyers and staff devote more than 100,000 hours annually to serving those most in need.

Acadian Kitchens LLC is a company that specializes in providing authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine to customers. The company is based in Broussard, LA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company believes in delivering mouth-watering and exciting American cuisine choices to everyone. The CEO of the company is Paul Leleux.

213 Management LLC (213 Management) is a venture capital firm founded in 2003 by Bob Shapiro and Nick Rosa. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Avli Foods LLC operates modern Greek restaurants in several locations including West Loop, Lakeshore East, River North, Lincoln Park, and Winnetka. The company is based in Chicago, IL. The restaurants offer heated outdoor dining, carryout, and delivery services. The company was founded in 2017 by William V. Glastris, Lamros Alexakis, Lou Canellis.

Wild Hare Music LLC is a company that is based in Chicago, IL and was founded in 2012. The company is known as the reggae capital of the USA.

Part of Washos, Inc., Sparkl Mobile LLC provides car wash services. The company is based in Lombard, IL. The company was founded in 2016 by Lisa Souter. Sparkl Mobile was acquired by Washos, Inc. from Auto Driveaway Franchise Systems LLC on August 17, 2023.

Rainbo Sports & Skating LLC is a company that was founded in 1956. The company is based in Northbrook, IL and retails skating equipment and clothing through online.

Heavy Duty Specialists, Inc. supplies parts and components for diesel and industrial equipment. The company is based in Omaha, NE. The company was founded in 1976 by Walter C. Horner, who has been the CEO since its inception.

Kouzina Foods LLC is a food truck that offers a unique dining experience with a focus on fresh, local ingredients and adventurous flavors. The company is based in Lincoln, NE and offers their services at various locations throughout the city. Kouzina's feature menu is constantly changing, revolving around what's in season and what their chef is dreaming up. The American company was founded by the owners of the local favorite, The Parthenon, in Lincoln, NE.