Kirk MacDowell

Knight Capital Group, Inc. is a global financial services firm, which provides access to the capital markets across multiple asset classes to a broad network of clients, including buy and sell side firms, dealers, brokers, institutions, and corporations. It operates business through four segments: Market Making, Institutional Sales and Trading, Electronic Execution Services and Corporate and Other. The Market Making segment consists of market making in global equities and listed domestic options. It includes client, and to a lesser extent, non-client electronic market making activities in which they operate as a market maker in equity securities. The Institutional Sales and Trading segment includes global equity, exchange traded funds and fixed income sales and trading; reverse mortgage origination and securitization; capital markets; and asset management activities. Its business consists of execution and facilitation equities and fixed income transactions as agent on behalf of institutional clients, and they commit capital on behalf of its clients when needed. The Electronic Execution Services segment offers access via its electronic agency-based platforms to markets and self-directed trading in equities, equity options, fixed income, foreign exchange and futures contracts. The Corporate and Other segment invests in strategic financial services-oriented opportunities, allocates, deploys and monitors all capital, and maintains corporate overhead expenses and all other income and expenses that are not attributable to the other segments. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ.

SightLogix, Inc. manufactures visible and thermal outdoor video analytics cameras. It offers Thermal SightSensor, SightTracker, and SightSensor HD. The company was founded by James Hahn, John Romanowich, and Danny Chin in 2004 and is headquartered in Princeton, NJ.

Siemens Industry, Inc. provides building controls, fire safety, energy and environmental solutions, and security system solutions. It offers electrical engineering services and manufactures electrical products. The firm also provides communication, transportation, and power generation systems and services. The firms divisions include building technologies, drive technologies, industry automation, industry solutions and mobility. The company was founded on July 5, 1994 and is headquartered in Buffalo Grove, 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.

Prestone Products Corp. manufactures antifreeze and auto care products. The firm offers cooling system products, ice fighters, and brake and power steering fluids. The company was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, IL.

Doyle Security Systems, Inc. engages in the provision of integrated security management products and services. Its products include security systems, business automation, video surveillance, managed access control systems, fire protection, and temperature detection for business environment. It also offers on the Go product, a mobile personal emergency response system designed for independent active seniors. The company was founded by John A. Doyle on March 17, 1919 and is headquartered in Rochester, NY.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

Global Factory, Inc. provides collaborative manufacturing execution systems. The firm's software gather, organize & analyze demand, production & quality data from various sources and monitor key indicators & execute business processes to control, manage & optimize distributed manufacturing operations. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA.

Martin & Co. engages in rental, leasing and property management business. It issues various certifications, standards, and guidelines for the security profession. The company was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Enterprise Florida Inc. (EFI) is a public-private partnership serving as Florida's primary organization devoted to statewide economic development. EFI's mission is to diversify Florida's economy and create better paying jobs for its citizens by supporting, attracting and helping to create globally competitive businesses in innovative, high-growth industries. EFI accomplishes this mission by focusing on a wide range of industry sectors, including clean energy, life sciences, information technology, aviation/aerospace, homeland security/defense, financial/professional services and manufacturing. In collaboration with a statewide network of regional and local economic development organizations, EFI helps to improve Florida's business climate, ensuring the state's global competitiveness. Enterprise Florida is committed to assisting companies confidentially with their expansion and location plans. They provide site selection services, demographic information, incentive information, trade leads and much more. They also coordinate introductions to their network of economic development partners located throughout the state.

The Will-Burt Co. manufactures telescopic masts and tower elevation solutions. Its products include military masts, mobile lighting systems, composite shelters, integrated trailers, and light and video towers. The company was founded by William A. Tschantz and Burton G. Cope in 1915 and is headquartered in Orrville, OH.

Pelco, Inc. designs, develops, and manufacture video security systems. It provides video surveillance equipment including closed circuit television systems, monitoring units, video surveillance cameras, video recorders, and accessories. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in Fresno, CA.

As North America's largest independent distributor of security, low voltage, and home automation products, Tri-Ed has served customers and the security sector with its extensive inventory longer than any other distributor in the industry. They work tenaciously to exceed expectations, one customer at a time. Since coming under the leadership of industry leader Steve Roth in early 2005, Tri-Ed has continuously expanded its product lines, branch locations, staff of trained professionals, value-added services, and training programs. Tri-Ed pleased to offer its customers the advantages of a state-of-the-art ecommerce site, superior customer service, same-day shipping and flexible credit terms. Ongoing specials and product promotions continue to hit the counters at every Tri-Ed location. Tri-Ed Systems Specialists and Business Development Managers spend many hours each month educating its customers on new offerings and applications. Its vendor partners also offer ongoing training seminars in its branches so Tri-Ed customers can be ahead of the technology learning curve and stay competitive. They not only recognize the importance of delivering the products customers need when they need them, but also the importance of properly training them on their applications and capabilities. Tri-Ed's branch and regional field staff in the U.S. and Canada is comprised of top level professionals with unrivaled industry experience. On the corporate side, strong teams in Tri-Ed's Finance, Sales & Marketing, Product Management, and IT departments drive the business from its Woodbury, New York headquarters. Its network technology is sophisticated; The Microsoft certified architecture they employ seamlessly combines its Canadian and US systems, which translates into a marked increase in efficiency on every front for customers, vendors and staff. Customers can make purchases online through its ecommerce site or visit any of its retail locations to check out and demo its products in person. With free online access available in every branch, Tri-Ed customers can quickly get on with the business of the day.

Ziegler Capital Markets Group is a broker/dealer headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin with an additional office in Chicago. The firm is a subsidiary of Ziegler Capital Management LLC, a registered investment advisor headquartered in Chicago. Ziegler Capital Markets Group investment banking, investment advisory, retail brokerage, fixed-income institutional sales and trading and related financial services. These services are provided to institutions, businesses and individuals with a particular focus on the not-for-profit sectors of healthcare, senior living, churches and schools. They do not provide internal research. Ziegler is a member of FINRA and the SIPC.

Lee Equity Partners LLC (Lee Equity Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2006 by Thomas Haskell Lee and Mark K. Gormley. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Alarm Detection Systems, Inc. is a family-owned and operated security and fire alarm monitoring company based in Aurora, IL. The private company specializes in providing business security alarms and camera systems, as well as 24/7 protection for homes and families. ADS offers a range of services, including alarm runner service, burglary and intrusion detection systems, access control, and fire protection. The company also provides complete alarm service repair and maintenance, and offer user guides for their security systems. ADS is known for their award-winning service and is the number one fire alarm company in their area. The company was founded in 1968 by Robert Bonifas, who has been the CEO since then.

Electronic Security Association, Inc. engages in the provision of technical and management training and government advocacy; and delivers information, advice, tools and services. Member companies install, integrate and monitor intrusion and fire detection, video surveillance and electronic access control systems for commercial, residential, industrial and governmental clients. The company was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Convergint Technologies LLC designs, installs, and maintains security and communications systems. The firm?s solutions include electronic security, physical security, communications, fire alarm and life safety. It offers communications, building automation, healthcare technologies, mechanical services, facility efficiency, and mechanical services solutions. The company was founded by Gregory Mark Lernihan and Daniel Joseph Moceri on January 1, 2001 and is headquartered in Schaumburg, IL.

B.C. Ziegler & Co. is a broker/dealer headquartered in Mequon, Wisconsin. The firm is a subsidiary of Ziegler Cos., Inc. The firm offers investment banking, investment advisory, retail brokerage, fixed-income institutional sales and trading and related financial services. These services are provided to institutions, businesses and individuals with a particular focus on the not-for-profit sectors of healthcare, senior living, churches and schools. They do not provide internal research. B.C. Ziegler & Co. is a member of FINRA and the SIPC.

Amherst Alarm, Inc. provides residential and commercial security products and services. Its services include home security systems, commercial security systems, alarm monitoring, fire alarm, and central vacuum systems. The company was founded by Tim and Maryann Creenan in 1984 and is headquartered in Buffalo, NY

Milestone Systems A/S provides open platform internet protocol video management software services. Its product portfolio includes XProtect Video Management Software, MXProtect Add-on products, Husky Network Video Recorders, and Milestone Care. The company was founded by John Sergio Blem and Henrik Friborg Jacobsen in 1998 and is headquartered in Br?ndby, Denmark.

Pyramid Vision Technologies, Inc. develops visualization technology. The company was founded by John Romanowich on January 13, 1997 and is headquartered in Princeton,NJ.

Unlimited Technology, Inc. provides security and investigations services. The company is based in Chester Springs, PA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company was founded in 1999. The CEO is John Palumbo.

Part of Gunnebo AB, Hamilton Safe Cos. is a company that manufactures and supplies security products. The company is based in Fairfield, OH. Hamilton Safe Cos. was acquired by Gunnebo AB on August 08, 2012 for $65 million.

Convergint Technologies UK Holdings Ltd. provides security systems and services. The company is headquartered in Crowborough, the United Kingdom.

Katai, Inc. provides end-to-end solutions for delivering the live video for news reporting, entertainment, and sports. The firm's proprietary end-to-end pipeline allows 360º video to be streamed in real time to virtually any connected device, including smartphones, tablets, PCs, smart TVs, and VR headsets. The company was founded by Greg Easley and Randy Eckhardt in 2012 and is headquartered in Mill Valley, CA.

Robotic Assistance Devices, Inc. develops artificial intelligence and robotic solutions for operations, security, and monitoring needs. It offers SMP robotics S5 robot and rental program. The firm also offers training and documentation and partner portal. It serves corporate, critical infrastructure, education, and perimeter security. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Laguna Hills, CA.

Part of Allied Universal Manager LLC, Security Integration, Inc. is a company that provides video security technologies and surveillance solutions. The company is based in San Rafael, CA. The company was founded in 2006. The CEO is Dennis R. Raefield. Security Integration was acquired by Allied Universal Manager LLC on March 03, 2021.