Ryan Visnovec

Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. (Broker) (CGMI-Broker) is the broker/dealer division of Citigroup Global Markets, Inc., an investment bank headquartered in New York City with additional offices across the US. The firm was founded in 2004 and is a subsidiary of Citigroup Financial Products, Inc., ultimately held by Citigroup, Inc. (NYSE: C). CGMI-Broker covers all market capitalizations of the major global indices and provides macro and quantitative analysis of global markets and sector trends. Their core focus of the group is to help investing clients make informed decisions by providing value-added, independent, insightful analysis.

Seaport Global Securities LLC is a full service investment bank, capital markets advisory and research platform headquartered in New York City with offices across the US and in Europe. They are a subsidiary of Seaport Global Holdings LLC. The firm offers access to a broad selection of fixed income and equity products, as well as the market intelligence to provide insight to dynamic opportunities for its clients. Seaport Global Securities provides clients access to innovative trading solutions, competitive rates, quality execution, and superior service. Their equity trading team focuses on identifying liquidity in US, Canadian and European markets. The fixed income distribution platform covers all areas of the credit spectrum.

JPMorgan Securities LLC (JPMS) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1985 and is a subsidiary of JPMorgan Broker-Dealer Holdings, Inc., ultimately held by JPMorgan Chase & Co., Inc. (NYSE: JPM). JPMS provides research on fixed income, credit, derivatives, emerging markets, foreign exchange, structured finance, technical analysis and bond indices. Their equity analysts cover equities throughout North America, EMEA, Asia/Pacific and the emerging markets. The firm's fixed income team formulates trading and portfolio recommendations for investors in global bonds and other fixed-income markets based on valuations, analytics and market dynamics.

Guggenheim Securities LLC is a SEC-registered broker-dealer headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1999 and is a subsidiary of Links Holdings LLC, ultimately held by Guggenheim Partners LLC. Guggenheim Securities’ specializations include the sales and trading of fixed-income securities and sophisticated structured products. The firm offers in-depth analysis and expert execution of trading opportunities to large institutional investors and asset originators. They offer sales and trading services relating to a wide range of instruments.

Part of Wanda Culture Holding Co. Ltd., Wanda America Investment Holding Co. Ltd. facilitates investment, trade, and localization between the Midwest states and other countries. Based in Kansas, the non-profit organization also assists its members in finding suppliers for various products, such as frozen chicken feet. The American company's mission, vision, and values are centered around promoting economic growth and development in the region.

Jefferies LLC is a global investment bank and institutional securities firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1962 and is a subsidiary of Jefferies Group LLC, ultimately held by Jefferies Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: JEF). Jefferies provides corporate clients with research and execution services in equity, fixed income, and foreign exchange markets, as well as a full range of investment banking services such as underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and recapitalization, and other advisory services, with all businesses operating in the Americas, Europe and Asia.

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is a registered broker-dealer subsidiary of Morgan Stanley Domestic Holdings, Inc., ultimately owned by Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) in the US. Headquartered in New York City, the firm was founded in 1987 and provides debt and equity services including underwriting, M&A advice, securities dealing and brokerage and trade execution. Their client base ranges from large global institutional investors to hedge funds at the cutting edge of innovation in the industry.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Accenture LLP provides management consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. Its services encompass customer relationship, finance, human resources, service, supply chain, information management, business process, and infrastructure outsourcing services. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (GS&Co.) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1927, the firm is a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). GS&Co. provides services to help hedge funds manage risk, monitor portfolios, maintain liquidity and build their businesses. They offer clients access to global equity and derivatives markets, as well as foreign exchange, commodities, European Lefts, rates and credit across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The firm proactively monitors capital markets, searching for pockets of liquidity and news that may require changes to those strategies. Integration with the Goldman Sachs network gives clients access to the firm's sectored block trades and their insights into price discovery. Their electronic trading program provides clients with tools to manage their trades from pre-trade analytics to post-trade analysis.

Part of TEGNA, Inc., Cape Publications, Inc. provides media and marketing solutions. The company is based in Melbourne, FL.

CQ-Roll Call, Inc. publishes magazines, journals and news letters on political related topics. The firm’s products and services include CQ that monitors and reports policy developments, Ignite to launch digital advocacy campaigns. The company was founded by Nelson Poynter and Henrietta Poynter in 1945 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Capstone LLC is a policy analysis and regulatory due diligence research firm headquartered in Washington, DC. The firm was founded by David Barrosse in 2010 and is wholly owned by the Orion Group LLC. Capstone helps corporations, industries, and investors navigate the local, national, and international policy and regulatory landscape. The firm explores how policy affects companies, industries, and investments in the financial services, health care, TMT, and energy sectors. They work with a diverse group of corporate and investor clients that produce actionable investment research based on their deep-dive analysis of public policy.

Truman National Security Project is a national security and leadership development organization based in Washington.

KPMG US LLP operates as an audit, tax, and advisory firm. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck LLP provides legal services. Its practice areas include corporate and business, energy and natural resources, gaming, government relations, intellectual property, litigation, pro bono legal and community services, and real estate. The company was founded by Stephen W. Farber in 1968 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

PWC Corp. is a private company that wholesales steel water pipes and plumbing and heating equipment. The company is based in Santa Ana, CA.

ConvaTec, Inc. engages in the manufacture of medical products and technologies focused on therapies for the management of chronic conditions. It specializes in the wound care, ostomy care, continence and critical care, and infusion devices. The company was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, NJ.

Financial Executives International enhances member professional development through peer networking, career planning services, conferences, publications and special reports, and research. Its members include Chief Financial Officers, Vice Presidents of Finance, Treasurers, and Controllers. The company was founded in December 1931 and is headquartered in Morristown, NJ.

Chinatex Corp. engages in the manufacturing and distribution of textiles. It also engages in the raw materials & cotton spinning, textile production & trade, oil & oilseeds and garments business. The company products include cotton, wool, chemical fibers, yarns, and grey fabrics. Chinatex was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Beijing, China.

Leaping Group Co. Ltd. is an investment holding company, which engages in the provision of multimedia services through its subsidiary, Leaping Media Group Co., Ltd. It operates through the following business segments: Multi-Channel Advertising Business, Event Planning and Execution Business, and Film Production Business. The Multi-Channel Advertising Business segment operates pre-movie advertising network in Heilongjiang and Liaoning. The Event Planning and Execution Business segment provides planning and arrangement of events, and production of related advertising materials. The Film Production Business segment invests in films and television programs, and distribute them in movie theaters or through online platforms. The company was founded in November, 2013 and is headquartered in Shenyang, China.