David C. Hansen

Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals (HFTP) is a nonprofit association that serves as the spokes group for the finance and technology segments of the hospitality industry. The non-profit company is based in Austin, TX. Established in 1952, HFTP is headquartered in Texas, USA, with offices in other locations. HFTP offers expert networks, educational resources, career development programs, research, leadership opportunities, and conferences and events. It produces international events throughout the year, including the world's largest hospitality technology tradeshow and conference brand: HITEC. HFTP also oversees the hospitality-specific Pineapplesearch.com® and the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry (USALI). The HFTP Foundation, the newly-established philanthropic arm of HFTP, assists in securing nonprofit funding for hospitality and travel industry-related research. HFTP has 61 local chapters throughout the world, enabling hospitality financial and technology professionals the chance to network and share solutions.

Financial Executives International enhances member professional development through peer networking, career planning services, conferences, publications and special reports, and research. Its members include Chief Financial Officers, Vice Presidents of Finance, Treasurers, and Controllers. The company was founded in December 1931 and is headquartered in Morristown, NJ.

Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants offers services and professional development for CPAs and other accounting professionals. It provides CPE, resources, networking, and advocacy services. The company was founded on June 23, 1904 and is headquartered in Bloomington, MN.

Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino, Inc. provides recreational services. The firm supports arts and culture, education, economic development and human services. The company was founded on March 01, 1989 and is headquartered in Altoona, IA.

Treasure Island Resort & Casino is a casino located in Minnesota. The private company is based in Red Wing, MN. The property features over 1,800 slot machines, 44 table games, a poker room, and a 500-seat high-stakes bingo hall. Additionally, the resort offers various amenities such as an indoor water park, spa, arcade, child care, and multiple restaurants. The resort also has an outdoor amphitheater, an indoor event and convention center, a marina, an RV park, and a yacht. The resort is owned and operated by the Prairie Island Indian Community and has contributed $25 million to nonprofit and civic organizations in the region. Treasure Island Resort & Casino is the largest employer in the area. The resort's 788-room hotel is the second-largest hotel in Minnesota.