David Best

CapEx LP is a SBIC fund which focuses on later-stage private and small-cap public companies, with revenues of at least $10 million and EBITDA of at least $2 million. The fund invests in mezzanine debt and equity capital, through growth and expansion financing, strategic and add-on acquisitions, and recapitalization transactions. Its investment size ranges from $2 to $5 million.

Southern Methodist University is a private university near the center of Dallas, SMU offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through seven schools in the humanities and sciences, business, the performing, visual, and communication arts, engineering, education and human development, law, and theology.

Southeastern Capital Corp provides investment services. The private company is based in Denver, CO.

Signature Flight Support Corp. engages in the provision of fixed base operation and distribution network business and private aviation. Its services include custom sales solutions; aircraft maintenance under TECHNICAir brand; aircraft charter and management; and office, shop, and hangar space for aircraft or aviation-related business. The company was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

TAC Air provides fixed-base operation and aviation facilities services. Its services includes ground handling, aircraft fueling, hangar space, aircraft maintenance, cargo handling and de-icing. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

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

Ross Aviation Operations LLC engages in the provision of fixed base operation services for airports. The firm offers fuel and hangar services to the private and commercial aviation industry. The company was founded by Gregory Ross in 1992 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Duncan Aviation, Inc. provides maintenance services for aerospace and defense products. Its services include aircraft sales, airframe maintaince, avionics installation, components repairs, engine, interior refurbishment, parts and rotables sales and all services. The company is headquartered in Lincoln, NE.

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles provides healthcare services. The organizationspecializes in providing services to seriously injured and sick children. Its services include surgical & emergency care, speciality services and many more. Childrens Hospital Los Angeles was founded in April 1901 and is located in Los Angeles, CA.

Flexjet LLC provides fractional jet ownership and transportation services. It offers different programs ranging from fractional ownership, membership, leasing, jet cards, and charter. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Cleveland, OH.

Atlantic Aviation Services, Inc. provides aviation services. Its services include business aircraft, hangars, commercial & cargo, military, international operations, aircraft maintenance, and charter brokerage. The company was founded in 1927 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

The Hiller Group, Inc, founded in 1975, is an international distribution and trading Corporation with regional offices and partners worldwide. The company is engaged in finance, shipping, bidding, tendering and investment. As importers and exporters, the company competes actively in the marketplace, adhering to a strategy of globalization and investing in fields both inside and outside the country to strengthen their business and continue to diversify. Its client policy is service oriented. The Hiller Group meets the demands and expectations of its clients through a variety of services including financing, consulting, warehousing, transporting, and processing. The Hiller Group's staff is professional, well educated, diligent and responsible key ingredients for its success. With their clients foremost in mind, The Hiller Group will do its utmost to innovate technically while providing value added services in a bid to become a global high quality service provider for all its clients.

Helinet Aviation Services LLC provides helicopter flight services. Its helicopter services for serving motion picture, news, charter, medical, and government industries. Helinet also provides drones and aircraft management services. The company was founded by Alan D. Purwin in July 1987 and is headquartered in Van Nuys, CA.

Atlantic Aviation FBO Holdings LLC provides fixed-base operations. It offers refuelling, de-icing, executive terminals for passengers and crew, hotel arrangements, gourmet catering, baggage and aircraft parking services. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Plano, TX.

American Association of Airport Executives, Inc. (AAAE) operates as a professional organization for men and women who work at public-use commercial and general aviation airports. It represents airports, companies, and organizations that support the airport industry. The firm also offers a range of industry services and professional development opportunities, including training, conferences, and a highly respected accreditation program. The company was founded in September 1928 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Hill Aircraft & Leasing Corp. is an aviation company that provides FBO services, aircraft maintenance, aircraft sales, aircraft management, charter services, and parts. The private company is based in Atlanta, GA and was founded in 1955 by Guy Hill. The company has a 60-year history of providing exceptional service to its customers and has won numerous awards for its outstanding customer service. Hill Aircraft is committed to making every customer experience exceptional and offers authentic southern hospitality to all its customers. The company has a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about aviation and dedicated to providing the best possible service to their customers. Guy Hill has been the CEO since 1955.

Malone AirCharter, Inc. offers private jet flight services. Its services include aircraft management, aircraft acquisition and corporate services. The company was founded by Scott Malone in 2003 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, FL.

Jet Aviation Flight Services, Inc. provides aircraft management, charter, and flight services. Its services include domestic and international handling, complete line, aircraft interior and exterior cleaning, de-icing, refueling, and nightly hangaring of aircraft. The company also offers helicopter and aircraft charter services. The company was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Teterboro, NJ.

Sheltair Aviation Center LLC provides property leasing and development and aviation-related construction and construction management services. Its services include fixed base operation, office and hangar leasing at airports, and construction and construction management. The company was founded by Gerald M. Holland in 1963 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Sheltair Aviation Services LLLP specializes in designing, building, managing, leasing, and operating aviation facilities. It offers fixed base operation; property leasing and development; and aviation-related construction and construction management services. The company was founded by Gerald M. Holland in 1963 and is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Ross Aviation Holdings LLC operates as an investment holding company. The company was founded by Jeffrey Ross on June 21, 2016 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Lynx FBO Destin LLC engages in the provision of general aviation services. It offers fuel, ramp, and other services to the general aviation industry. The company was founded by Tyson Goetz and Chad Farischon in 2016 and is headquartered in Destin, FL.

Baltimore Helicopter Services LLC provides jet and helicopter charter services. Its fleet includes Phenom 33, Bell 430 and Bell 407. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Baltimore, MD.

Avflight Corp. is a privately-owned company that provides solutions to support the safe, convenient, and expeditious movement of people and goods in the aviation industry. Avflight's headquarters is located in Ann Arbor, MI. The company offers specific solutions for a broad portfolio of market segments, making it one of the industry's most dynamic companies. Avflight has 24 FBO locations across the United States and Canada, including Winnipeg, Columbus, and Traverse City. The company was founded in 1995, and the CEO is C. R. Sincock.

IBW Air Services LLC operates private jet and helicopter services. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Middle River, MD.

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Lakewood Ranch, FL. The hospital provides fully integrated inpatient and outpatient services with a focus on compassionate, quality patient care. The private company was founded in 2004 and Andy Guz has been the CEO of the company since 2016.

Aero Centers is a full-service FBO network that provides private jet and aviation flight support. The company's professional and experienced ground support line technicians and crews are available at every FBO location to safely park, fuel, and service aircraft. The company is based in Casper, WY. The company offers aircraft maintenance, ground support, aircraft handling, hangar and office rental, and aircraft management services. Aero Centers also provides nondestructive testing and inspection services, as well as quality aircraft parts from multiple manufacturers.

Sunset Aviation LLC provides charter jet services and assistance to private owners with the management and operation of aircraft. The company was founded by Dan Drohan in 2009 and is headquartered in Petaluma, CA.