Neal R. Aton

Van Eck Associates Corp. (VanEck) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor and mutual fund management firm founded in 1955 by John van Eck to manage an international equity fund. In 1968, the firm began offering investments in gold shares and other hard assets. Headquartered in New York City, VanEck provides investment advisory services to registered investment companies and other pooled investment vehicles.

Pruco Securities LLC, do-business-as Prudential Financial Planning Services (PFPS), is a registered investment advisor headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. The firm was founded by Al Steele in 2007 and is wholly-owned by The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Inc., which in turn is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU). PFPS provides financial planning services to individuals, families, businesses, and associations throughout the US. They also sponsor wrap fee programs.

HSBC Bank USA NA engages in the provision of banking services. Its lines of business are Retail Banking and Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Global Banking and Markets, and Private Bank. The company is headquartered in McLean, VA.

Part of HSBC Holdings Plc, Beneficial Insurance Group Holding Co. is a finance and merchandising company. The company is based in Wilmington, DE.

First Niagara Risk Management, Inc. provides insurance services. It offers property/casualty insurance, general & excess liability, commercial auto, umbrella, crime, employment practices liability, directors & officers liability, fiduciary liability, electronic data processing, errors & omissions, pollution liability, inland marine and ocean marine insurance services. The company was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Buffalo, NY.

HSBC Finance Corp. operates as a holding company with interests in providing lending products. The company was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Arlington Heights, IL.

TD Banknorth, Inc. provides banking and financial services. It also offers insurance, wealth management, merchant services, mortgage and government banking, private label credit cards, and other financial services. The company is headquartered in Portland, ME.

The Prudential Insurance Company of America, Inc. provides investment advice, and insurance products and services. The company was founded in 1875 and is headquartered in Newark, NJ.

Pavonia Life Insurance Company of New York provides life insurance. The company is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ.

Pavonia Life Insurance Co. of Michigan provides Life Insurance services. The company is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ.

Cancer Hope Network is an organization that works with other groups to provide resources for cancer patients and caregivers. The non-profit company is based in Chester, NJ and were founded in 1981. The company's focus is on the emotional and mental aspects of dealing with cancer, recognizing that it is more than just a physical disease. Cancer Hope Network also hosts events to raise funds for their cause, such as the annual wine tasting to benefit their 2023 Chrysalis Gala. The CEO is Jesus Repetto.

The American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) is a non-profit organization that has been delivering financial security to families for over 175 years. ACLI is based in Washington, and Susan K. Neely has been the CEO of the private company since 2018. With over 90 million families relying on their life insurance and financial protection products, ACLI's fundamental mission is to safeguard people and the things that matter most to them. The organization advocates for public policies that protect consumers while ensuring families have access to information about different choices for retirement security.

Part of Enstar Group Ltd., HSBC Insurance Co. of Delaware is a company that provides insurance services. The company is based in Jersey City, NJ.

SWBC Life Insurance Co. provides life insurance. The private company is based in San Antonio, TX and has subsidiaries in United States. Joan Higgins Cleveland has been the CEO of the company since 2013.

Part of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc., Protective Life Insurance Co. of New York provides life insurance. The company is based in Melville, NY.

TD Insurance, Inc. offers a full spectrum of personal insurance including auto, home, RV, motorcycle, valuable items, personal umbrella and other forms of personal property and casualty insurance protection. The company was founded in 1910 and is based in South Portland, ME.

Locke Lord LLP provides legal services. The private company is based in Houston, TX.

SWBC Life Insurance Co. (Investment Portfolio) (SWBC-IP) is the investment portfolio division of SWBC Life Insurance Co., an insurance company headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The firm provides a wide range of insurance, mortgage, and investment services to financial institutions, individuals, and businesses. SWBC-IP manages the client’s investment portfolio.

Key Insurance & Benefits Services, Inc. provides insurance services. The firm’s products include surety, financial institutions, executive/management liability, professional liability and personal insurance. The company is headquartered in Rochester, NY.

Hudson County Chamber of Commerce operates as a business association which provides education, advocacy and access to members within the cities and municipalities of Hudson County. The company was founded in 1888 and is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ.