Kenneth L. Nelson

Northwest Natural Gas Co. engages in the provision of natural gas services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. It operates through the Local Gas Distribution and Gas Storage segments. The company was founded by H. C. Leonard and John Green on January 7, 1859 and is headquartered in Portland, OR.

Entergy Gulf States Louisiana, Inc. generates, transmits and retails electricity. The company also owns & operates natural gas retail distribution systems serving many customers in Baton Rouge. The company provides services in different parts of the United States. It is located in Beaumont, TX.

Northern States Power Co. engages in the generation, purchase, transmission, distribution and sale of electricity. It operates through the following segments: Regulated Electric, Regulated Natural Gas, and Other. The Regulated Electric segment generates electricity which is transmitted and distributed in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota. The Regulated Natural Gas segment includes transports, stores, and distributes natural gas in portions of Minnesota and North Dakota. The company was founded in 1909 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Choice Financial Holdings, Inc. operates as a bank holding company. The company is headquartered in Fargo, ND.

Duff & Phelps Gbl Utility & Midstream Energy Income Fund is closed-end management investment company. The fund objective is to provide a current income, with an emphasis on providing tax-advantaged dividend income and capital appreciation by investing majority of its assets in dividend-paying equity securities of domestic and foreign companies in the electric, gas and telecommunications sectors of the utility industry and the midstream sector of the energy industry. Duff & Phelps Gbl Utility & Midstream Energy Income Fund was founded on March 15, 2011 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Deloitte & Touche LLP engages in the provision of audit, advisory, financial advisory, tax, and consulting services. The company was founded on March 7, 1995 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Sanford Health Corp. owns and operates hospitals. It provides inpatient and outpatient services at facilities located in South Dakota Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska. Its services include cancer treatment, orthopedics, rehabilitation and women health care. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD.

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants provides vocational education in accounting. The company provides services to the accounting community, regulatory bodies, and other organizations. It also operates in Jersey City, Washington, and Lewisville. It was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Part of Otter Tail Corp., Varistar Corp. operates an electric utility. The company is based in Fargo, ND.

Noridian Mutual Insurance Co. is a subsidiary of HealthyDakota Mutual Holdings® that provides solutions for federal, state, and commercial health programs. The non-profit company is based in Fargo, ND, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company offers claims management, provider network management, contact centers, and medical review services to optimize health plan administration. Noridian has a 300-member clinical staff trusted nationwide and has consistently received top-ranking satisfaction scores above the national average. Daniel Conrad has been the CEO of the company since 2013.

Part of AGCO Corp., The Galeo Group LLC is a management consulting company. The company is based in Edina, MN.

CFA Society of Chicago is an investment analysts society that brings together nearly 4,200 top professionals involved in investment analysis. The society is based in Chicago, IL and is the oldest of its kind. The CFA designation is recognized by the society as a recognition of knowledge, skills, and abilities in security analysis and portfolio management. Christopher Thomas Vincent has been the CEO of the non-profit company since 2020.

Essentia Health operates a network of hospitals, clinics and related health care facilities serving patients. The company was founded in January 2004 and is headquartered in Duluth, MN.

University of North Dakota Alumni Association & Foundation engages in the provision of philanthropic services. It helps foster connections and for the advancement of the community. The company was founded on June 13, 1889 and is headquartered in Grand Forks, ND.

Lake Region Healthcare Corp. provides healthcare services. The firm specializes in healthcare, wellness, primary care, cancer care, acute rehabilitation, behavioral health, assisted living, joint replacement, orthopedics and sports medicine, podiatry, urology, interventional radiology, varicose vein treatment, internal medicine and ophthalmology. The company was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Fergus Falls, MN.

Longwater Opportunities LLC (Longwater Opportunities) is a private equity firm founded in 2009 by Jordan Bastable and Brooks Burgum. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with an additional office in Fargo, North Dakota.

Founded in 1972, Riversource Life Insurance Co. of New York is a subsidiary of Ameriprise Financial, Inc. that provides insurance services. The company is based in Albany, NY.

TMI Hospitality, Inc. provides hospitality services. The firm is a developer and management company of select service and extended stay hotels. It represents nationally recognized franchises, including; Marriott, Hilton, Choice Hotels, Carlson, Hyatt, and IHG brands. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Fargo, ND.

The Kilbourne Group is a real estate development company based in Fargo, ND. The Kilbourne Group has been involved in numerous projects throughout the region, including the renovation of historic buildings and the development of mixed-use properties that combine residential, commercial, and retail spaces. With a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, The Kilbourne Group is a leader in urban development in the Midwest. The private company was founded by Doug J. Burgum and is known for its focus on revitalizing downtown areas and creating vibrant communities.

Anchor Ingredients Co. LLC engages in the supply of ingredients to the food and pet food industries. It products include grains, seeds, oils, legumes, vegetables, fruits, proteins, nuts, herbs, and snacks. The company was founded by Seth Novak and Al Yablonski in 2015 and is headquartered in Fargo, ND.

701 Angel Fund LP seeks investment opportunities in companies located in the US. The fund target companies operating in a broad range of sectors. It provides financing for early stage capital requirements.

Arthur Ventures Management LLC (Arthur Ventures Management) is a venture capital subsidiary of Arthur Ventures Group LLC founded in 2008 by Doug J. Burgum and James B. Burgum. The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Emerging Prairie is an American company that aims to connect and celebrate the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Fargo-Moorhead. The non-profit company creates events, programs, and meetups to gather people together to develop a community. The company's events include the Founders Only Retreat, which is a chance for entrepreneurs to gather, celebrate, and rejuvenate in an unplugged environment, and the Prairie Capital Summit, which connects entrepreneurs and investors to create discussions around access to capital in the region. The company serves community members interested in startups, technology, and innovation, as well as those interested in learning about it. The company was founded by Gregory Tehven, who has been the CEO since incorporation.

Block 9 Hotel LLC provides real estate services. The company is headquartered in Fargo, ND.