Karen Boorshtein

Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC (Credit Suisse Securities USA) is the broker/dealer division of Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC, an investment banking company headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1998 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Credit Suisse (USA), Inc., ultimately owned by Credit Suisse Group AG (SWX: CSGN) in Switzerland. Credit Suisse Securities USA offers a suite of equities, solutions and credit products and services which includes global securities sales, trading and execution, prime brokerage and comprehensive investment research. Their clients include financial institutions, corporations, governments, institutional investors, such as pension funds and hedge funds, and private individuals around the world.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (GS&Co.) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 1927, the firm is a subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS). GS&Co. provides services to help hedge funds manage risk, monitor portfolios, maintain liquidity and build their businesses. They offer clients access to global equity and derivatives markets, as well as foreign exchange, commodities, European Lefts, rates and credit across the Americas, Europe and Asia. The firm proactively monitors capital markets, searching for pockets of liquidity and news that may require changes to those strategies. Integration with the Goldman Sachs network gives clients access to the firm's sectored block trades and their insights into price discovery. Their electronic trading program provides clients with tools to manage their trades from pre-trade analytics to post-trade analysis.

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 Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation supports cancer research through grants to scientists in fields including cellular biology, genetics, immunology, and virology. It was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Winthrop-University Hospital, Inc. provides health care and medical services. It offers lung care, neurosciences, digestive disorders, cancer and women’s health. The company was founded in 1896 and is headquartered in Mineola, NY.

SeniorNet provides education services for adults. The company sponsors online communities and discussion boards, publishes a quarterly newsletter and educational materials, offers discounts on computers and hosts conferences on older adults and technology. SeniorNet was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Fort Myers, FL.

Southside Hospital provides healthcare services. It offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for persons with brain injuries. The firm provides advanced radiation therapy for outpatients and inpatients in the frank gulden radiation oncology center. The company was founded in 1913 and is headquartered in Bay Shore, NY.

New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants is a non-profit organization. It provides a membership program for certified public accountants that offers in-person and online networking opportunities, Continuing Professional Education courses and conferences, the CPA Journal, and other publications. The company was foudned in 1897 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Long Island Association, Inc. engages in supporting growth, economic development and infrastructure investments on Long Island. It actively advocates the interests of, and promotes co-operation among, the business, labor, educational, scientific, technology, not-for profit and civic communities. The company was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Melville, NY.

Long Island Builders Institute, also known as LIBI, is an association of building industry advocates. The private company is based in Islandia, NY. The company was formed in 1941 and is dedicated to making a better place to live and work.

Founded in 1997, Gilliam & Co. is a research firm located in New York City. The firm specializes in research on all areas of the retail sector. This includes stores, catalogs and e-commerce, both luxury and discount. They follow both general merchandisers including department stores, discount stores and wholesale clubs, and specialists in apparel, footwear, home furnishings, home improvement merchandise, groceries, drugs, toys, books, sporting goods and electronics. Gilliam also follows suppliers of apparel, footwear and furniture.

Bethpage Federal Credit Union provides banking services. It offers in banking, borrowing, investing and business centers. The firm’s advices and planning include auto, home, and youth center, money management and fraud protection. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Bethpage, NY.

CU Cooperative Systems, Inc. provides electronic fund transfer network services. It offers payment processing services, such as debit analytics and rewards, fraud and risk management, member support, alternative payments, and transaction processing, credit performance and usage, fraud and risk management, client support, and transaction processing, ATM processing, innovations, and managed services. The firm provides E-commerce solutions, such as mobile banking access, check imaging, and online services; and call center services, including member, lending, and outbound call services. The company was founded in October 1981 and is headquartered in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.

Marcum LLP operates as a public accounting and advisory services firm. It offers bankruptcy and insolvency; cost segregation; financial statements; personal financial management; tax advisory; tax controversy resolution; and tax-exempt business services. The company was founded by Edwin J. Kliegman and Edwin Marcum in 1951 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Part of Flushing Financial Corp., Empire National Bank is a nationally chartered commercial bank. The company is based in Islandia, NY.

SUNation Solar Systems, Inc. engages in designing and installation of solar panel systems. It offers commercial and municipal solar photovoltaic systems which allow businesses, schools, firehouses, libraries and town buildings to demonstrate a commitment to sustainability by using renewable energy from the sun. The company was founded by Scott Maskin and Mike Bailis in 2003 and is headquartered in Ronkonkoma, NY.

Alure Home Improvements, Inc. is a nationally acclaimed remodeling company based in East Meadow, NY. Alure's three-floor showroom is located at 1999 Hempstead Turnpike in East Meadow, NY. Alure specializes in all facets of residential remodeling and has been recognized with numerous awards, including the National Remodeler of the Year by Remodeling Magazine and the Fred Case Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The company offers online payment options and a variety of services, including deck revitalization. Alure's focus is to develop relationships for life with raving fans, from superior customer service, excellent value, and a source for all residential remodeling needs. Founded in 1946 by Sol Hyman, the company has been helping homeowners build their dreams for over 75 years. Salvatore Ferro has been the CEO of the company since 1989.