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Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC (KAR) is an investment advisory firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The firm was founded by Richard Kayne, John Anderson and Allan Rudnick in 1984. They are a direct subsidiary of Virtus Partners, Inc., ultimately held by Virtus Investment Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRTS). KAR provides investment management and wealth advisory solutions to institutional, broker-dealer and high-net-worth clients.

Heritage Distilling Co., Inc. manufactures and markets sprits. It offers whiskey, vodka, and gin. The company was founded by Jennifer Stiefel and Justin Stiefel in November 2011 and is headquartered in Gig Harbor, WA.

Astor Investment Management LLC (Astor) is a registered investment adviser headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm was formally organized in 2013 in connection with a corporate restructuring of Astor Asset Management LLC which was founded in 2001. Astor provides proprietary tactical allocation strategies focused on macroeconomic analysis. They provide advisory services primarily to (1) separately managed accounts SMA), (2) mutual funds, and (3) unified managed accounts (UMA). Their portfolios are generally available as a SMA or UMA within wrap fee programs provided by a broker-dealer or investment adviser.

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.

University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Pernod Ricard USA LLC sells and distributes liquor products such as beer, distilled spirits, and wine. Its brands include The Glenlivet, Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Chivas Regal Scotch Whisky, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Wild Turkey Bourbon, Seagram's Extra Dry Gin, Beefeater Gin, Plymouth Gin, Martell Cognac, Malibu flavored Rum, Kahlua Liqueur, Hiram Walker Liqueurs, Pernod and Ricard. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in New York, 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

Citigroup Private Equity LP (Citigroup Private Equity) a Private Equity firm, a subsidiary of Citigroup Alternative Investments LLC founded in 1997. The firm is headquartered in New York.

HighTower Advisors LLC (HighTower) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and has offices throughout the US. The firm was founded in 2008 by Elliot Weissbluth, Peter (Todd) Lyon, and Eugene Lerner. They are a wholly owned subsidiary of Hightower Holding LLC. HighTower provides investment advisory services to institutions (which include ERISA), and ultra-high and high net worth individuals.

Open Sky Media, Inc. publishes city and lifestyle magazines. Its magazines appeal to young, wealthy readers living in healthy, fast-growing markets. The firm's publications include Austin Monthly, Austin Home, Gulfshore Business, Gulfshore Life, Marin, San Antonio Magazine and Slice Magazine. The company was founded in March 2011 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

Step Up Women's Network provides after-school and mentorship programs for girls. The non-profit company is based in Los Angeles, CA. Delores Morton has been the CEO of the company since 2019.

CAZ Investments /Private Equity/ (CAZ investments) is a private equity firm founded in 2001 by Christopher Zook. The firm is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Part of WBC Holdings LP, William Blair & Co provides investment banking and asset management services.

Dvdendo, Inc. operates as an investment adviser. The firm offers micro-investing app that encourages individuals to make investing a part of their daily routine. The company was founded by Santiago Maggi and Matthew Meehan in January 2016 and is headquartered in Miami, FL.

LJM Partners Ltd. is an investment firm based in Chicago, IL.

Surterra Holdings, Inc. operates as a health and wellness firm. It offers vape pens, oils, lotions, and sprays. The company was founded by Robert Jacob Bergmann in 2014 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Sourced Craft Cocktails Corp. operates as a wedding venue. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Next Century Spirits LLC engages in manufacturing, processing and supplying of distilled spirits. The firm offers whiskey, rum, taquila and other flavoured products and liqueurs. The company was founded by Scott Bolin in 2018 and is headquartered in Raleigh, NC.

Good Beverage LLC offers wellness products. The company was founded by Britt Dougherty and Ashley Selman and is headquartered in Hinsdale, IL.

Maker Wine Co. manufactures wines products. its products include organic viognier, chenin blanc, rosé wine, and maker mixed pack. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Speakeasy Co. operates as a technology company which develops e-commerce (electronic commerce) platform for the wine and spirits industry. it offers store customization; website redesign and development; digital advertising; warehousing and product fulfillment; brand merchandise fulfillment; and cocktail kit fulfillment services. The company was founded by Josh Jacobs and Michael Bowen in 2015 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Nipyata, Inc. is a company that specializes in creating boozy piñatas filled with mini plastic bottles of liquor and candy chasers. The company is based in Stamford, CT. The company offers a wide array of spirits from the world's greatest brands and deliver pre-loaded Booze-Filled Piñatas, Drinkable Greeting Cards, and Boozy Advent Calendars. The company was founded by Andrew Hench, Will Hench, and Daniel Cedrone.

InvestBev Group LLC (InvestBev Group) is a private equity firm founded in 2015 by Brian Rosen. The firm is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Nbtv Inc. is a premium content studio that operates at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and the connected consumer. The company is based in New York, NY. The company was founded in 2006. Nick Buzzell has been the CEO of the company since 2008.

DRNXMYTH, Inc. is a bottled cocktail company that specializes in bringing fresh craft cocktails to people through proprietary fresh bottling technology. The company is based in Los Angeles, CA and has experienced rapid growth over the past three years, generating over $6.50 million in revenue. The company has a specialized manufacturing process that utilizes all fresh ingredients and pressurizes the cocktails, so they stay fresh in a refrigerator for up to 75 days. The company works with the top bartenders in the industry and commercialize their recipes. DRNXMYTH is known for its patented bottle technology that allows for the creation of fresh bottled cocktails. With an 11% compound annual growth rate propelling forward the RTD category, DRNXMYTH is poised to become the leader in the ultra-premium RTD segment, which is growing at 600% year-over-year.

Archer Roose LLC produces and supplies wine. The company was founded by David Waldman and Marian Leitner-Waldman in 2015 and is headquartered in Charlottesville, VA.

Kontempo LLC is a Mexican fintech company. The company is based in Mexico City, Mexico. The company was founded in 2021. The CEO is Matthew Meehan.

Better Rhodes Co. is a curated collection of alcohol-free beer, wine, and spirits. The company is based in Madison, CT. The company offers a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages, mocktail kits, gift boxes, and more. Better Rhodes aims to provide tasty alcohol-free options to anyone and everyone looking for them. The company's website features a simple search function that allows customers to filter their drinks by taste, ABV, dietary requirements, and more. Additionally, customers can find tried-and-tested food pairings and shop pre-mixed cocktails for a quick and easy AF happy hour. It was founded by Daniel Stiller, Dhimant Patel, Billy Poole, and Chris Becker, with Daniel Stiller serving as the CEO since incorporation.

Top Shelf Ventures Management LLC (Top Shelf Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 by Jason Sherman and Noah Sanborn Friedman. The firm is headquartered in the United States.

Lunar Brands, Inc. is an online platform that sells drinks made from real fruits. The American company was founded in 2019 by Sean Ro and Kevin Wong.

Kontempo is a beauty salon located in Omaha, NE. The company offers a range of services, including hair and lash extensions, make-up, and formal styles. The salon has a team of trend-setting and client-focused artists who are experts in the services they provide. Kontempo's hands-on education is at the foundation of who they are. The company believes that achieving a modern you should be effortless and inspiring. The salon also specializes in bridal services, including hair, make-up, and lash extensions. The company offers hand-tied extensions that give you that mermaid looking hair without causing damage to your natural hair. The company was founded by Kirby Keomysay, who is also the creative director. The company was founded by Kwesi Steele, Antonia Marino, Kirby Keomysay, and Matthew Meehan. Matthew Meehan has been the CEO since incorporation.

Deane & Hoyle Brands, Inc. manufactures wines. The company is based in Vestavia Hills, AL.