Brett Grigsby

Venture First LLC is a growth-focused investment firm that provides capital and financial services to growth-focused companies. The private company is based in Louisville, KY, with offices in other locations. The company has curated a variety of niche funds, investments, and special purpose vehicles, including Whiskey Capital Finance Co. and Strike Ventures. Additionally, Venture First is home to a financial services group that provides deal structuring, M&A and capital raise advice, fractional CFO services, and an array of equity and derivative valuation capabilities. The company has worked closely with several hundred innovative companies and their investors in more than 60 cities around the globe to provide them with the financial and strategic tools to be successful. Venture First was founded in 2010 by John Shumate, who has been the CEO since then.

Enterprise Angels Community Fund I LLC operates as an investment company for startups, early stage and growth companies. The private company is based in Louisville, KY.

Greater Louisville, Inc. is a chamber of commerce that focuses on regional economic growth. The private company is based in Louisville, KY. The company was founded by Doug F. Cobb. Sarah Davasher-Wisdom has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

Strike Ventures LP (Strike Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded by John Shumate. The firm is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.

SentryHealth LLC offers technology-enabled population health management solutions. It offers employer and provider solutions. The firm?s employer solutions include condition management programs, employee health clinics and employee engagement services. Its provider solutions include population health management software and patient engagement services. The company was founded by Richard E. Goldstein and Alice Cissell Shade in 2010 and is headquartered in Louisville, KY.

Arthur Andersen LLP used to provide accounting services. It was also into consulting services for clients that operate businesses throughout the United States and around the world. Arthur Andersen was founded in 1913 and was headquartered in Chicago, IL.

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.

The Orpheum Theatre operates theater and live music events. The private company is based in Memphis, TN.

The Dixon Gallery & Gardens operates fine art museum. The company was founded by Margaret Oates Dixon and Hugo Norton Dixon and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.

Memphis Zoo, Inc. preserves wildlife through education, conservation and research programs. It enriches sanctuary for animals and a clean, friendly, entertaining and educational experience. The firm provides shelter for over different animal species. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.

DF Distressed Equity Property Fund I LP provides residential real estate services. The company is headquartered in Louisville, KY.