Kristin McCallum Ritter

Cox Enterprises, Inc. engages in the operation of a holding company which provides communications, media, and automotive services. It operates through the following brands: Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, and Manheim. The company was founded by James Middleton Cox in 1898 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Alamo Rent-A-Car LLC provides passenger car rental services. It offers cars, convertibles, SUVs and minivans. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in St. Louis, MO.

Ernst & Young LLP engages in the provision of accounting, assurance, tax, transaction, and advisory services. It specializes in the actuarial, analytics and big data, cyber security, accounting compliance and reporting, center for board matters, international financial reporting standards, country tax advisory, global trade, tax accounting, and climate change and sustainability. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Detroit Regional Chamber operates as a chamber of commerce. Its activities and initiatives are centered on four strategic pillars: economic development, regional collaboration, education reform and member value. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

The Original Equipment Suppliers Association operates as an association for equipment supplies. The private company is based in Troy, MI. Julie A. Fream has been the CEO of the company since 2013.

Detroit Economic Club is a non profit organization committed to the discussion and debate of important business, government and social issues. It provides a platform for distinguished international dignitaries and business leaders, who represent the changing global environment. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

The Detroit Zoological Society is a private, not-for-profit corporation. It operates the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Zoo. The firm offers arctic ring of life and the australian outback adventure, the detroit zoo houses over 1,500 animals of 260 different species. The Belle Isle Nature Zoo encompasses 20 acres of forested wetlands with nature trails, a lodge and live animal exhibits focusing on Michigan wildlife. The company was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in Royal Oak, MI.

Deloitte Consulting LLP provides business consulting services. It offers services related to public finance, public sector management, health and social protection, information technology, financial sector, and trade and investment. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Telution, Inc. provides operations support systems software. Its products are used by telecommunications and cable operators to improve the performance of their sales, ordering and provisioning processes. The company was founded by Kent Steffen and Ken Kennedy in 1998 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

HEXPOL Compounding LLC manufactures and distributes elastomeric products. It distributes products to the transportation, electrical, industrial, and printing industries. Excel Polymers is merchant supplier of elastomeric solutions that include rubber compounding, elastomeric compounding, roll compounds, rubber chemicals, and services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Solon, OH.

Caerus Ventures LLC (Caerus Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 by Gregory C. Borchardt, Brodi D. Jackson, and James C. Holmes. The firm is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.

AutoTrader Group, Inc. engages in the provision of digital marketing and software solutions to retail automotive dealers. It operates through the Digital Media and Software Solutions business segments. The Digital Media business sells digital media subscriptions and advertising products to dealers on a pay-for-placement basis through tiered listing packages. It also provides users with online websites and platforms that feature searchable car listings, proprietary pricing and valuation data, vehicle information, and comparison tools. The Software Solutions business specializes in the development of software and data analytics tools that help improve dealers' business operations and profitability. The company was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Cox Media Group LLC provides broadband telecommunications services. The company offers newspaper, radio, television, advertizing, journalism, news, music and entertainment services. Cox Media Group was founded in December 2008 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Part of Cox Enterprises, Inc., The Atlanta-Journal Constitution is a leading source of news, information, and advertising for metropolitan areas. The company is based in Gainesville, GA. The company is dedicated to uncovering the truth, protecting the public's right to know, and pressing on to help build a better metro.

AutoTrader.com, Inc. operates an Internet marketplace for the buying and selling of new and used cars. The firm also offers new car, certified car, and used car research, and compare certified programs. The company was founded in August 1997 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Manheim Auctions Government Services LLC provides vehicle remarketing services. It provides online tools to connect buyers and sellers. The firm offers arbitration, condition reporting, consulting, financing, mobile applications, purchase protection, reconditioning, transportation, training, unique vehicles, and valuation. The company was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Austin American-Statesman operates as a daily newspaper for Austin. It specializes in reporting, advertising, distribution, commercial printing, publishing, media, multimedia, information, marketing and entertainment. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Cox Automotive, Inc. engages in the provision of auto dealership services. It buys, sells, owns, and uses cars. It offers operations, inventory, marketing, sales, and services solutions. The company was founded by James M. Cox in 1898 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The Nature Conservancy in Michigan is a conservation organization working around the world to protect land and waters for nature and people. The company is headquartered in Lansing, MI.

Highgate LLC is a hospitality management and investing private company based in Birmingham, MI. Highgate LLC delivers market intelligence, scale, and technology to the hospitality industry. Highgate is known for its expertise in hotel management, investment, technology, and development, and has a diverse portfolio of hotels. The company was founded by Yvonne L. Greenstreet and Stephen R. Polk has been the CEO since 2013.

Sun Medical, Inc. distributes specialty medical devices. It offers maternal childcare, surgical laser, smoke evacuation and patient communication services. The company is headquartered in Quinlan, TX.

Part of TI Fluid Systems Plc, TIFS Holdings Ltd. distributes fluid storage components. The company is based in Oxford, UK. TIFS Holdings was founded in 2009.

Part of AutoNation, Inc., AutoNation USA is a company that sells reconditioned vehicles. The company is based in Irving, TX.

University of Miami (Florida) is a private research university with students from around the world that is focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond. The university was founded in 1925 and it is headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan operates grant making foundations. It serves as a vehicle for donors, volunteers and community members to identify important issues, share ideas and build the financial resources to make a positive change. The company supports activities such as education, arts & culture, health, human services, community development and civic affairs

Roush Industries, Inc. provides automotive engineering service. It offers support services to the aviation, electronic, consumer product, and motor sports industries. The company was founded by Jack Roush on August 20, 1975 and is headquartered in Livonia, MI.

R.L. Polk & Co. provides automotive and demographic statistics. It collects automotive sales and forecasting data, offers vehicle recall services for manufacturers, hands out annual awards, and has a marketing services arm. The company was founded by Ralph Lane Polk in 1870 and is headquartered in Southfield, MI.

William Beaumont Hospital is engaged in providing health care services to Southeastern Michigan. The company is headquartered in Royal Oak, MI.

Detroit Suphony Orchestra operates is an American orchestra firm. The firm’s performance schedule includes Classical, Pops, Jazz, Young People’s, Neighborhood trumpeter, and collaborations with chart-topping musicians from Smokey Robinson to Kid Rock. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI.