Gerri Kahnweiler

Mesirow Financial Investment Management, Inc. (MFIM) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm was established in 1986 and their sole shareholder is Mesirow Financial Services, Inc., which is wholly-owned by Mesirow Financial Holdings, Inc., a Chicago-based financial services firm that was founded in 1937. MFIM provides advisory services to individuals, corporations or other businesses, pension and profit-sharing plans, non-qualified plans, state or municipal government entities, and charitable organizations.

Part of Prudential Financial, Inc., Vector Securities International LLC is a securities brokerage. The company is based in Deerfield, IL. The company was founded by Linda Becker Ginsburg.

East Tennessee Realtors is a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), which is the largest trade association in America representing over 1.5 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries. The non-profit company is based in Chicago, IL and has subsidiaries in the United States. The NAR is composed of residential and commercial realtors, who are brokers, salespeople, property managers, appraisers, counselors, and others engaged in all aspects of the real estate industry. Bob Goldberg has been the CEO of the company since 2017.

Quill LLC distributes office products. It offers binders, paper, envelopes, toner, bookcases, chairs, desks, file cabinets and technology products like PCs, copiers, phones and software. It sells its products through catalogs, by phone and through company's web site. The company was founded by Jack Miller in 1956 and is headquartered in Lincolnshire, IL.

Litehouse Products, Inc. distributes and sells pool, tanning and recreational equipment. It offers products for family entertainment indoors and out including swimming pools, hot tubs, outdoor furniture, grills, pool tables and game room accessories, Christmas trees and trim and home tanning systems. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Strongsville, 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

University of Akron provides public research education. Its programs include under graduate studies, graduate studies, international studies, law, and continuing education. The company was founded in 1870 and is headquartered in Akron, OH.

Trillium Group LLC (Trillium Group) is a venture capital firm founded in 1997 by Daniel Berg. The firm is headquartered in Pittsford, New York.

Sinai Health System owns and operates hospitals. It provides outpatient and inpatient healthcare, clinical, medical, and community services. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Frank Lynn & Associates, Inc. provides management consulting and research services. It offers channel strategy consulting; market insight and research; channel management and channel partnerlytics approach; and channel economics and pricing. The firm's customers include equipment and supplies, telecommunication, transportation, and consumer goods industries. The company was founded by Frank Lynn in 1973 and is headquartered in Itasca, IL.

FMR LLC engages in the provision of financial and investment services. It offers financial planning and advice, wealth management, retirement plans, trading and brokerage services, and investment products. The company was founded by Edward C. Johnson II in 1946 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

The Urban Land Institute operates as a non-commercial research organization. It provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. The company was founded on December 14, 1936 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The National Multi Housing Council is a national association representing the interests of apartment firms in the United States. Its members are the principal officer of firms engaged in aspects of the apartment industry, including ownership, development, management, and financing. The organization also conducts apartment-related research, produces strategic on formation on business-related issues, and promotes the desirability of apartment living. The National Multi Housing Council was founded in 1978. Its headquarters are located in Washington, DC.

National Association of Home Builders operates as a housing trade association. It provides advocacy on issues impacting home builders, networking for home builders and those associated with the home building industry and education for home builders those associated with the home building industry. The company was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

National Apartment Association operates as non-profit trade association of apartment communities and owners. The company is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Ravinia Festival Association provides professional music shows. Its programs include reach programs, teach programs, instrument game, and program for jazz. The company was founded in 1904 and is located in Highland Park, IL.

American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Inc. provides charity relief. It offers critical social-support services and helps build self-sustaining Jewish communities. The company was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Associated Agencies, Inc. provides consulting and insurance services. Its products include business insurance, employee and individual benefits. The com[pany was founded in 1890 and is headquartered in Rolling Meadows, IL.

Prime Property Investors Ltd. provides real estate investment services. It builds a portfolio of student housing properties on university campuses and suburban apartment complexes throughout the United States. The company was founded by Michael H. Zaransky and Barbara J. Gaffen in 1993 and is headquartered in Northbrook, IL.

Better Government Association is a non-partisan, non-profit news organization and civic advocate that works towards transparency, efficiency, and accountability in government. The non-profit company is based in Chicago, IL. The BGA publishes the Answers Project, an investigative and solutions-focused news. The BGA's Opengov is the affiliate of the National Freedom of Information Coalition. The organization was founded in 1923 and will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2023.

Shoutlet, Inc. provides social media marketing services. It provides a centralized platform for increasing brand awareness, acquire new customer, community management, content publishing, integration, governance, social maturity assessment, web production, data integration, and implementation. The company was founded by Jason D. Weaver, Aaron T. Everson and Mark Glazer in 2010 and is headquartered in Madison, WI.

Vernon & Park Capital LP (Vernon & Park Capital) is a private equity/venture capital firm founded in 2001 by James S Ginsburg. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

American Jewish Committee (AJC), established in 1906 by a small group of American Jews deeply concerned about pogroms aimed at Russian Jews, determined that the best way to protect Jewish populations in danger would be to work towards a world in which all peoples were accorded respect and dignity. Over 100 years later, AJC continues its efforts to promote pluralistic and democratic societies where all minorities are protected. AJC is an international think tank and advocacy organization that attempts to identify trends and problems early - and take action. Their key areas of focus are: •Combating anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry; •Promoting pluralism and shared democratic values; •Supporting Israel's quest for peace and security; •Advocating for energy independence; •Strengthening Jewish life. In addition to its New York headquarters and Office of Government & International Affairs in Washington, AJC has 29 chapters and 3 independent affiliates in the U.S. and 8 overseas offices. In addition, AJC has 28 global partnerships. AJC’s approach, tackling a breadth of interests in a deliberate and diplomatic manner, contributes to a success that gains trust, earns access, and, most importantly, produces results.

OptiMA, Inc. is a woman-owned company that sells dry erase boards and visual display products like custom printed dry erase boards, magnetic dry erase boards and a variety of student lap boards. Its products include marker trays, magnets and magnetic accessories, paper easel pads, letter boards and cubical white board hangers. The company was founded by Doug Klimavich and Christine Klimavich in 1987 and is headquartered in Shrewsbury, MA.

La Marzocco International LLC designs and distributes espresso machines. It also offers grinders and spare parts. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Impact Engine (Impact) is a private Equity and venture capital firm founded in 2011. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Zaransky Family LLC provides real estate investment services. It provides investment and asset management, including direct oversight of leasing, operations, renovation programs, and the acquisition and disposition process. The company was founded by Michael H. Zaransky in 2005 and is headquartered in Northbrook, IL.

MZ Capital Knoxville LLC provides residential real estate services. The company is headquartered in Northbrook, IL.

Mz Capital Naperville LLC engages in REITS and finance industry. The company is headquartered in Northbrook, IL.

Mindful Communications & Such PBC is a company that provides insight, information, and inspiration to help people live more mindfully. The company is based in Chicago, IL and have subsidiaries in the United States. The company offers simple and affordable basic meditations through their app, audiobooks, and programs. The company celebrates mindfulness, awareness, and compassion in all aspects of life through their magazine, website, events, and collaborations. The CEO of the company is Bryan Welch.

Mesirow Financial Private Equity, Inc. (Mesirow Financial Private Equity) is a private equity subsidiary of Mesirow Financial Holdings, Inc. founded in 1982. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.