Kevin Clark Stallings

Fisher Asset Management LLC, dba Fisher Investments (FI), is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Plano, Texas. The firm was founded in 1979 by Ken Fisher and is a subsidiary of Fisher Investments, Inc. FI manages the assets of a diverse global client base which includes corporations, public and multi-employer pension funds, foundations and endowments, insurance companies, health-care organizations, governments and high net worth families.

Flanders Corp. designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes air filters and related products. The firm offers residential and industrial products which include air cleaners, fiber glass, air cleaner refills, extended surface filters, and custom air handlers. The company was founded on January 5, 1996 and is headquartered in Washington, NC.

Congress Asset Management Co. LLP (Congress Asset) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm was founded by Alfred Lagan in 1985 and is majority owned by the Lagan Holding Company Trust. Congress Asset provides discretionary and model portfolio investment management services to individual and institutional clients who include charitable organizations, pension and profit-sharing plans, including plans subject to the Taft-Hartley Act and the Employee Retirement and Income Security Act (ERISA), state and municipal government entities, corporations, taxable and tax-exempt institutions, high net worth individuals and commingled investment vehicles such as mutual funds.

Founded by Allen C. Ewing in 1939, Allen C. Ewing & Co. is an independent, middle-market investment bank and broker/dealer with offices in Jacksonville, Florida and Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm provides an array of traditional investment banking services including: (1) mergers, acquisitions and divestitures (2) private placements of debt and equity (3) valuations and fairness opinions (4) special advisory services (5) securities brokerage and (6) industry research. A significant portion of the firm's business focuses on the financial institutions industry, with emphasis on community banks and thrifts. They also have expertise and transactional experience in a variety of other sectors including manufacturing, distribution, business services, consumer services and retail. Allen C. Ewing & Co.'s specialized businesses include: Ewing Loan Advisors, Inc., alternative investments for accredited investors and the management of the Ewing Emerging Financial Institution Funds. Ewing Loan Advisors, Inc. is an affiliate of Allen C. Ewing & Co. They assist community banks with the tactical management of their loan portfolios through loan review, credit policy, risk assessment, problem loan resolution and related services. Allen C. Ewing & Co. offers alternative investment opportunities to high net-worth individuals. This includes opportunities that are outside the standard brokerage house fare that have a high potential for superior returns. The Ewing Emerging Financial Institution Funds were created by Allen C. Ewing & Co. to offer institutional and accredited investors the opportunity to invest in a diversified portfolio of shares of de novo banks, emerging banks and undervalued established growth banks that are located in growth markets throughout Florida and the Southeastern region of the US.

Apex Cos. LLC engages in the provision of environmental, health, and engineering services. It offers transaction and litigation support, and information management. The company was founded by Peter T. Young in 1988 and is headquartered in Rockville, MD.

East Coast Ethanol LLC raising capital to develop, construct, own and operate gallon dry mill corn-based ethanol plants. The company was founded on July 27, 2007 and is headquartered in Columbia, SC.

Eastover Investment Advisors LLC, dba Eastover Capital Management (Eastover Capital), is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor and wealth management firm headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm was founded in 2009 when it purchased Eastover Capital Management, which was originally formed in 1988 by Donn Toney and Robert Pharr. Eastover Capital provides active portfolio management for individual and institutional clients throughout the country.

Union Bank (North Carolina) engages in the provision of banking and financial services. It offers personal banking, business banking, mortgage services, personal, and business loans. The company was founded by Robert Lee Burrows, Jr. on November 09, 1998 and is headquartered in Greenville, NC.

Customers Bank engages in the provision of commercial and consumer banking services. It offers cash management, commercial and industrial loans, small business loans, commercial and multi-family real estate loans, certificates of deposit, residential mortgages, consumer loans, and savings, checking, and money market accounts. The company is headquartered in Wyomissing, PA.

The North Carolina Retirement Systems (NCRS) is a State-owned pension fund manager headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. NCRS is a division of the Department of State Treasurer, and they administer the pension benefits for state and local government employees. NCRS also administers the Supplemental Retirement Plans (NC 401(k) and NC 457 Plans), retirement savings accounts designed to help public employees in North Carolina achieve their retirement goals.

Transamerica Retirement Solutions Corp. provide investment advisory services. It offers fund selection, streamlines diversification, and fund revenue equalization. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Harrison, NY.

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.

The United Methodist Church operates as a church. The CEO of the American company is Patricia Miller.

Mass General Brigham, Inc. engages in the provision of patient care, research, teaching, and community services. It offers community and specialty hospitals, physician network, community health centers, and home care. The firm also sponsors research programs and community health outreach programs. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.

Part of First Bancorp (North Carolina), First Bank is a state chartered commercial bank based in Southern Pines, NC. The company provides banking services to individuals and businesses in the Southern Pines area. Michael Goodwin Mayer has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

BTI Group, Inc. provides merger and acquisition advisory services. The private company is based in San Francisco, CA and has subsidiaries in United States. The CEOs of the company are Donald Baum, Jeffrey Tait, Iqbal Syed, Tony Moran.

Carmel Construction, Inc. provides construction services. Its services include pre-construction service which provides complete project study, design and build services offers putting together own designs and general contracting which provides with a full selection of pre-construction services. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

LIFE, Inc. provides community-based residential and vocational services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Its services include adult care homes, alternative family living, supported employment, day supports, personal care and community networking. The company was founded by Beatrice Lamb in 1976 and is headquartered in Goldsboro, NC.

Clinton Truck & Tractor Co., Inc. wholesales and distributes agricultural machinery. The firm offers equipment, parts and services. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Clinton, NC.

American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) is an interdisciplinary organization of professionals and citizens concerned about intellectual and developmental disabilities. The non-profit organization has been serving the community since 1876.

Addison Capital Partners LLC (Addison Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2005 by Brian J. Miller. The firm is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Jackson Builders, Inc. has been building trust since 1974. Jackson Builders is based in Goldsboro, NC. The private company offers design and planning services, new construction, and renovation services for agriculture, churches, commercial/retail, community, dealerships, and industrial/warehousing projects. The company's design-build philosophy ensures that all boxes are checked and their clients are fully satisfied. The company works closely with their clients to provide value and bring their vision to life.

IP Venture Advisors Pvt Ltd. (IP Venture Advisors) is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 by Anand Prasanna. The firm is headquartered in Bangalore, India with an additional offices in Mumbai, California, Dubai, and Mauritius.

Southeastern Equipment Dealers Association operates an association for power and industrial equipment dealers. The private company is based in Memphis.