Thomas C. Nord

Amwest Insurance Group, Inc. is an insurance holding company engaged, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, Amwest Surety Insurance Company, Condor Insurance Company and Far West Insurance Company, in underwriting surety bonds nationwide, commercial automobile insurance in the United States. Surety bonds are predominately written through branch and field offices located throughout the United States. Company was formed on August 19, 1970 and is located in Calabasas, CA.

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America engages in the provision of life insurance services. It offers insurance services in life, disability, and dental insurance services. The company was founded in 1860 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Trinity Industries Leasing Co. provides railcar leasing structures. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

EII Capital Management, Inc. (EII) is an investment management firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by Christian Lange and Richard Adler in 1983 as European Investors, Inc. They are a wholly-owned subsidiary of EII Capital Holding, Inc. EII provides real estate securities portfolio management services to US and non-US clients and entities.

Tocqueville Asset Management LP (Tocqueville) is a registered investment advisor firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1985, the firm’s business and affairs are managed by Tocqueville Management Corp., its General Partner, which owns 80% of the firm. Tocqueville manages investments for high net worth individuals and families, institutions, family offices and through the various Tocqueville mutual funds.

American Eagle Tankers, Inc. Ltd. owns and operates crude oil tankers. Its services include lightering, voyage chartering and long term time chartering. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

G.research (formerly known as Gabelli & Co., Inc.) is a registered institutional research and brokerage firm headquartered in Rye, New York and was founded in 1976. The firm is a subsidiary of Gabelli Securities, Inc. and their ultimate parent is GAMCO Investors, Inc. (NYSE: GBL). G.research has an emphasis on small and mid-cap ideas. Their core competencies include aerospace and defense, automotive aftermarket, food and beverage, gaming and lodging, industrials, media, specialty chemicals, telecom and utilities. They publish daily research notes and full reports utilizing their proprietary Private Market Value (PMV) with a Catalyst methodology.

The University of Liverpool operates as a university. It offers post graduate research, foundation courses, continuing and professional development, online study, and doctoral college. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Liverpool, the United Kingdom.

American Capital Management, Inc. (ACM) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor and wealth management firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by Luke P. LaValle in 1980. ACM provides investment advice and portfolio management services primarily to high-net-worth individuals, corporations, foundations, IRAs and trusts. In addition, they also provide investment management services to one UCITs fund.

BW Group Ltd. provides maritime transportation services. The firm operates BW Offshore and LPG, Hafnia, BW LNG and VLCC, BW Chemicals and Dry Cargo, and BW Fleet Management business areas. Its services include oil and gas transportation, floating gas infrastructure, environmental technologies, and deep water production. The company was founded by Y. K. Pao in 1955 and is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.

L&B Realty Advisors LLP is a Private Equity firm, a subsidiary of OM Residual UK Ltd. founded in 1971. L&B Realty Advisors LLP is headquartered in Dallas.

BW Gas ASA provides gas marine transportation services. The firm owns and operates liquefied petroleum and natural gas carriers. The company was founded in April 2003 and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. engages in the provision of securities regulation, complementary compliance, and technology-based services. Its services include writing and enforcing rules governing the activities of securities firms with brokers, examining firms for compliance with those rules, fostering market transparency, and educating investors. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) is a national nonprofit that expands possibilities for people with vision loss. AFB's priorities include broadening access to technology; elevating the quality of information and tools for the professionals who serve people with vision loss; and promoting independent and healthy living for people with vision loss by providing them and their families with relevant and timely resources. AFB's work in these areas is supported by the strong presence the organization maintains in Washington, DC, ensuring the rights and interests of people with vision loss are represented in their nation's public policies. In addition to its New York City headquarters and Public Policy Center in Washington, DC, AFB maintains offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Huntington, WV, and San Francisco. AFB is also proud to house the Helen Keller Archives and honor the over forty years that Helen Keller worked tirelessly with AFB to expand possibilities for people with vision loss.

United Way of Southeast Louisiana provides disaster recovery and safety net services. The company was founded in 1924 and is headquartered in New Orleans, LA.