Ralph Abendshein

Lyondell Chemical Co. manufactures and distributes chemicals & plastics, produces fuel products, and refines heavy & high-sulfur crude oil. The company operates in four segments: Ethylene Co-Products and Derivatives, Propylene Oxide & Related Products, Refining, and Inorganic Chemicals. The company's products are used in the clothing, food packaging, household furnishings, automotive parts, construction, home-building materials, paints, and coating industries. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

McKinsey & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It specializes in design, marketing and sales, analytics, operations, transformation and restructuring, risk, strategy and corporate finance, and sustainability and resource productivity. The company was founded by James O. McKinsey in 1926 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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.

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.

Part of Tenet Healthcare Corp., MacNeal Health Network is a healthcare services provider. The company is based in Berwyn, IL. MacNeal Health Network was acquired by Vanguard Health Systems, Inc., part of Tenet Healthcare Corp. from October 01, 2013 on February 04, 2000.

The National Trust For Historic Preservation provides leadership, education, advocacy and resources to save America's historic places. The firm helps revitalize neighborhoods, communities, and spark economic development and promote environmental sustainability. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Hines Interests LP operates as a privately owned international real estate firm. It offers investment, development, and management projects. The firm's portfolio of projects include skyscrapers, corporate headquarters, mixed-use centers, industrial parks, medical facilities, and master-planned resort and residential communities. The company was founded by Gerald D. Hines in 1957 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Houston Zoo, Inc. engages in the operation and management of zoo. The firm operates as a conservation, education, and recreation organization dedicated to the reproduction, protection, and exhibition of animals in their habitats. It participates in programs that oversee the breeding of endangered animal species. The company was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

The Port of Houston is a 25-mile-long complex of diversified public and private facilities located just a few hours' sailing time from the Gulf of Mexico. The port is ranked first in the United States in foreign waterborne tonnage and second in the U.S. in total tonnage.

Greater Houston Partnership operates as a place for community-minded business leaders who want to be involved in Houston''s positive growth and influence the direction. The company was founded in 1840 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

The National Multi Housing Council is a national association representing the interests of apartment firms in the United States. Its members are the principal officer of firms engaged in aspects of the apartment industry, including ownership, development, management, and financing. The organization also conducts apartment-related research, produces strategic on formation on business-related issues, and promotes the desirability of apartment living. The National Multi Housing Council was founded in 1978. Its headquarters are located in Washington, DC.

Central Houston, Inc. engages in the collaboration and implementation of solutions for the challenges of the city. It focuses on the redevelopment and revitalization by enhancing collaboration among public officials, developers, and businesses. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

The National Association of Corporate Directors is a non-profit organization that provides essential resources to help directors strengthen board leadership. The American company was founded by Maryann Bruce and the CEO is Peter R. Gleason.

Houston Convention Center Hotel LLC owns and operates hotels. The non-profit company is based in Houston, TX.

Cameron Management, Inc. operates as an investment and real estate management company. It offers brokerage, development service, and property management. The company was founded by William Henderson Cameron and Scott Sullivan and is headquartered in Wilmington, NC.

American Bank Holding Corp. operates as bank holding company. The company is headquartered in Corpus Christi, TX.

Legacy Community Health Services, Inc. engages in the provision of health care and medication services. Its offers an array of health care services which include primary healthcare, pediatrics, obstetrician-gynecologist, family planning, behavioral health, vision services, dental care, and vaccinations and immunizations. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Wells Fargo Securities LLC (WFS) is the broker/dealer subsidiary of EVEREN Capital Corp., ultimately owned by Wells Fargo & Co. (NYSE: WFC). Headquartered in New York, WFS delivers a comprehensive suite of banking, capital markets and advisory solutions, such as a full complement of sales, trading and research capabilities, to corporate, government and institutional clients.

Houston First Corp. operates and manages convention facilities. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Pelican Energy Partners ( Pelican Energy Partners ) is a private equity firm founded by Michael Scott in 2011. The firm is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Dykema Architects, Inc. designs oriented architectural firm. It provides programming, architectural design, interior design, construction administration services and project management services. The company is headquartered in Corpus Christi, TX.

Wayfinder Resources LLC provides oil and gas exploration and production services. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Golden Section Ventures LLC (GSV) is a venture capital firm founded in 2012 by Dougal Cameron and Isaac Shi. The firm is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Azalea Health Innovations, Inc. develops cloud based healthcare software solutions and services. It offers electronic health record software system, revenue cycle management billing services, prior-authorization services, telehealth, and professional consulting services. The company was founded by Baha Zeidan, Dan Henry and Douglas Swords in 2008 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Aventurine Partners LLC (Aventurine Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 founded by Markus Specks. The firm is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

The Artemis Female Fund Management LLC (The Artemis Fund) is a venture capital firm founded in 2019 by Stephanie Campbell, Leslie Goldman, and Diana Murakhovskaya. The firm is headquartered in Houston, Texas.