Robert J. McGuire

PPM America, Inc. (PPM) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm was founded in 1990 and is a subsidiary of PPM Holdings, Inc., ultimately held by Jackson Financial, Inc. (JFI) (NYSE: JXN). PPM is the primary investment manager for the general account assets of JFI’s insurance subsidiaries and serves as sub-adviser to US mutual funds sponsored by Jackson National Asset Management LLC (JNAM), a subsidiary of Jackson National Life Insurance Co. (Jackson), and adviser to the PPM Funds, a family of institutional share class mutual funds. Additionally, PPM provides advisory services to non-US pooled investment vehicles, structured vehicles such as collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), private equity funds, and separately managed accounts for third-party institutional clients.

Endotronix, Inc. develops wireless heart sensor technology. The firm has introduced the Cordella Heart Failure System, a comprehensive solution for heart failure management. The company was founded by Anthony I. Nunez and Harry D. Rowland in June 2007 and is headquartered in Lisle, IL.

Kohler Co. engages in the manufacture of plumbing products, furniture, tiles, engines, and generators. It provides kitchen & bath products; engines, power generation systems; cabinetry, tile, and home interiors. The company was founded by John Michael Kohler on December 3, 1873 and is headquartered in Kohler, WI.

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.

Loop Capital Markets LLC is provider of a broad range of integrated capital solutions for corporate, governmental, and institutional entities. They serve clients in public and corporate finance, equity, taxable and tax-exempt securities sales and trading and municipal research. Since their founding in 1997, they have served as managing underwriter on financings, participated in corporate bond underwritings, served as an underwriter in IPO and other equity offerings, and earned a reputation as a dedicated, resourceful partner with new ideas and new avenues of distribution. Loop Capital Markets is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, They serve clients on a national basis.

Part of Korn Ferry, Crist Partners Ltd. is a company that provides executive search services. The company is based in Chicago, IL. The company was founded by Peter D. Crist. Crist Partners was acquired by Korn Ferry on December 13, 1999.

Part of Beryllium LLC, Emerald BioStructures, Inc. is a company that offers products and services in protein X-ray crystallography, specializing in the area of protein crystallization. The company is based in Bainbridge Island, WA. The company was founded by Lance K. Stewart. Emerald BioStructures was acquired by MediChem Research, Inc. on May 31, 2000.

Crist Kolder Associates LLC provides recruitment services. It focuses on CEO, COO, CFO and board of director and succession searches. The company also provides confidential assessment services and comparing a company's existing executive staff with other competitors. The company was founded by Peter D. Crist in 2003 and is located in Hinsdale, IL

The American Institute of Baking is a non-profit organization which provides education and research services for bakers and food processors. It offers baking applications, foundations, and specializations; food defense, building and equipment design, GMP and sanitation training, distance learning, online training, and food labeling training. The organization was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Manhattan, KS.

Part of LIXIL Corp., GROHE America, Inc. is a company based in Piscataway, NJ.

The American Accounting Association is a community of accountants in academia that was founded in 1916. The American Accounting Association is based in Sarasota, FL. The association shapes the future of accounting through teaching, research, and a powerful network, ensuring its position as thought leaders in accounting. The association offers various resources, including a digital library, journals, webinars, and conferences, to its members. The association also conducts research on topics such as diversity, equity, and inclusion in accounting.

The American Society for Microbiology (ASM) is the oldest and largest single life science membership organization in the world. The private company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. ASM's membership has grown from 59 scientists in 1899 to more than 39,000 members today, with more than one third located outside. The members represent 26 disciplines of microbiological specialization plus a division for microbiology educators.

SPAAN Tech, Inc. provide engineering services and construction management. It offers mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design for a new buildings and facility renovation in both public and private sector. The company was founded by Smita Shah in 1998 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

AS America, Inc. offers bath and kitchen products. It manufactures building products, including faucets, fixtures, furniture, vitreous china fixtures, cast iron sinks, whirlpool tubs and other wellness products as well as decorative panels. The firm was formed from the merger of three companies: American Standard Americas, Crane Plumbing, and Eljer. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Piscataway, NJ.

LifeWatch Services, Inc. offers mobile cardiac telemetry, cardiac monitoring and home sleep testing technologies and services that help physicians detect and analyze patient symptoms before they turn into serious health problems. Through access to real-time patient data and analytics, physicians and care teams can collaborate, enabling detection and intervention at the earliest sign of a significant health event. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Rosemont, IL.

Ann Sacks Tile & Stone, Inc. manufactures tiles and stones design product. It offers products such as ceramic, glass, porcelain, mosaic, metal, concrete, leather, specialty, terra cotta, and wood products. The firm provides tiles design in your kitchen, bathroom, living room, toilet, commercial space, and outdoor area. The company was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Stamford, CT.

ClostraBio, Inc. develops microbiome-modulating therapeutics. It creates a drug that aims to prevent allergic reactions to food. The firm is dedicated to understanding and treating food allergies and other diseases of the immune system. The company was founded by Cathryn R. Nagler and Jeffrey A. Hubbell and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

TuneGO, Inc. develops a music platform and interactive community that connects music artists with a global community of fans and industry professionals. It provides artists with access to career-advancing opportunities. The company was founded by John Kohl and is headquartered in Henderson, NV.

Falcon Equity Partners LLP /Private Equity/ (Falcon Equity Partners) is a private equity subsidiary of Falcon Equity Partners LLP, founded in 2012. The firm is headquartered in London.

Portal Innovations LLC (Portal Innovations) is a venture capital firm founded in 2020 by John L. Flavin. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Air Center, Inc. (Michigan) is a private company that was founded in 1984 by David Guerrieri. The company is based in Madison Heights, MI. Air Center distributes Kaeser air compressors and provides 24/7 emergency service, rentals, tanks, parts, and certified repair in Michigan and Ohio.