Tom Burke

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.

American Enterprise Investment Services, Inc. provides clearing and trade execution services for American Express Financial Advisors and American Express Funds. It is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

Ameriprise Financial Services LLC (AFS) is a registered broker-dealer headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm was founded in 1971 and is a subsidiary of AMPF Holding Corp., which is owned by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP). AFS offers brokerage services that enable clients to invest in many different types of investments including mutual funds, stocks, bonds, exchange traded products, unit investment trusts, annuities and alternative investments.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Founded by Muriel Siebert in 1969, Muriel Siebert & Co., Inc. is a broker/dealer located in New York City. The firm is a subsidiary of Siebert Financial Corp. (NASDAQ: SIEB). Muriel Siebert & Co. offers value-added services to their clients who include investment managers, corporations and public retirement systems. They also offer a variety of corporate underwriting and investment banking services. The firm is a member of the NYSE, FINRA and the SIPC.

Renaissance Capital CJSC is a company based in Moscow, Russian Federation. and has subsidiaries in Kazakhstan and Kenya. The Russian company was founded by Stephen Jennings, Boris Alexis Jordan, Peter Kadas.

The Sputnik Group (Sputnik Group) is a private equity firm founded in 1998 by Boris Alexis Jordan, Dmitry Bakatin, Sergei Riabtsov, Mary Lou Ferrier. The firm is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.

Part of Gazprom-Media Holding OJSC, TNT-Teleset OAO is a Russian television network based in Moscow, Russian Federation. The Russian company produces a variety of shows, including "??? ????" and "????????+," which feature comedy sketches, celebrity guests, and interactive segments. "??? ????" provides a humorous take on current events, while "????????+" showcases the comedic talents of Mikhail Galustyan and his celebrity friends. Igor M. Goikhberg has been the CEO of the company since 2005.

The Securities Investor Protection Corporation either acts as trustee or works with an independent court-appointed trustee in a missing asset case to recover funds. The statute that created SIPC provides that customers of a failed brokerage firm receive all non-negotiable securities that are already registered in their names or in the process of being registered. Recovered funds are used to replenish SIPC's reserve in the event that the reserve is tapped in the early stages of a liquidation proceeding.

RTP Global (RTP) is a venture capital firm founded in 2000 by Leonid Boguslavsky. The firm is headquartered in Moscow, Russia with additional offices in Newyork, London, Bangalore, Paris and Dubai.

Part of American Express Co., American Express Financial Corp. provides investment advice.

Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association, Inc. (SIFMA) is an organization that represents the securities industry in the United States. The private company is based in New York, NY and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company's main focus is advocating for effective and resilient capital markets. The CEO of the company is Kenneth E. Bentsen.

Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc. (Private Banking) (RWBCI) is the wealth management division of Robert W. Baird & Co., Inc., an employee-owned capital markets, asset management and private equity firm headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The firm was founded in 1919 and is a subsidiary of Baird Financial Corp., ultimately held by Baird Financial Group, Inc. RWBCI offers investment management services to all types of current or prospective clients, which include, but not limited to: individuals, trusts, estates, Retirement Accounts, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporations or other business entities.

RBC Wealth Management (RBCWM) is wealth management division of RBC Capital Markets Equity Research, which is ultimately owned by Royal Bank of Canada (NYSE; TSE: RY). Formerly known as RBC Dain Rauscher, Inc., the firm was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. RBCWM provides trusted advice and wealth management solutions to individuals, families and institutions.

Gazprom Media LLC provides broadcasting services. It engages in advertising and publishing activities. The company was founded on July 17, 2008 and is headquartered in Moscow, Russian Federation.

ZAO Amedia produces television series and programs. Its program genres include drama, crime and thrillers, romance, comedy, and sitcoms. The company was founded by Alexander Akopov in 2002 and is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.

Frontier Ventures Management (Frontier Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 by Dmitry Alimov. The firm is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

Part of Prudential Financial, Inc., Prudential Securities, Inc. (Michigan) is a company based in West Bloomfield, MI.

Ivi.ru Ltd. owns and operates an online free video platform. It offers movies, television series and shows, cartoons, as well as music videos. The company was founded by Oleg Tumanov and Dmitry Alimov on August 8, 2007 and is headquartered in Moscow, Russia.

Biglion LLC owns and operates Internet discount shopping portal. Its site features special deals of online and brick-and-mortar retailers on one-day basis. Biglion clients can obtain discounts from 50% to 90% on services at a range of the leading outlets in its cities including cafes, restaurants, beauty salons, and cinemas as well as discounts of 50% and higher on various products and travel packages. The company was founded in March 2010 and is headquartered in Moscow, Russian Federation.

The American Securities Association is a non-profit organization that advocates for the interests of broker-dealers and investors. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The association recently sent a comment letter to the SEC regarding new mandates related to cybersecurity policies. The American company also supports Representative Pete Sessions ’ legislation codifying a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) staff no-action letter that allows brokers-dealers to continue to be compensated for providing research services without registering as investment advisers. The association works in communities across the country to create jobs, grow the economy, and increase prosperity for all Americans.

Part of Ameriprise Financial, Inc., Ameriprise Bank, FSB operates as a federally chartered savings bank. The company is based in Minneapolis, MN.

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. provides finance advisory services to clients. It specializes in tax planning, investments, real estate, trusts and charitable giving. The company was founded by John Tappan in 1894 and is headquartered in Mercer Island, WA.