John Ernest Akitt

Georgia-Pacific LLC manufactures tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products and related chemicals. It offers hygienic dispensing systems, towels, tissues, soaps, air fresheners, wipers, cups, cutlery, and napkins. The firm's household brands include Brawny paper towels, Quilted Northern bath tissue and Dixie cups and tableware. The company was founded by Owen R. Cheatham in 1927 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Howmet Corp manufactures aircraft jet engines and spare parts. It offers blades, vanes, turbine rotors, nozzle rings, compressor stators, aluminum investment castings, frames, bearing housings, airframe components, aluminum boxes for packaging, system housings, engine parts, aircraft fuel pump, a/c blower, oil tank, and surge tank components. The firm's products are used in aircraft and industrial turbine applications, as well as aerospace and defense electronics industries. The company was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA.

Part of Howmet Aerospace, Inc., Howmet International, Inc. is a manufacturer of investment cast turbine engine components for the jet aircraft and industrial gas power generation markets. The company is based in Greenwich, CT and was founded in 1995.

Arch Chemicals, Inc. operates as a global biocides company which provides chemistry-based and related solutions to selectively destroy and control the growth of harmful microbes. It focuses on water treatment, hair and skin care products, wood treatment, preservation and protection applications such as for paints and building products, and health and hygiene applications. The company was founded on August 25, 1998 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT.

JPMorgan Securities LLC (JPMS) is a securities brokerage firm headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 1985 and is a subsidiary of JPMorgan Broker-Dealer Holdings, Inc., ultimately held by JPMorgan Chase & Co., Inc. (NYSE: JPM). JPMS provides research on fixed income, credit, derivatives, emerging markets, foreign exchange, structured finance, technical analysis and bond indices. Their equity analysts cover equities throughout North America, EMEA, Asia/Pacific and the emerging markets. The firm's fixed income team formulates trading and portfolio recommendations for investors in global bonds and other fixed-income markets based on valuations, analytics and market dynamics.

TPC Group, Inc. engages in production of value-added products derived from niche petrochemical raw materials such as C4 hydrocarbons. It sells products into a specialty and intermediate markets, including synthetic rubber, fuels, lubricant additives, plastics and surfactants. Its products include butadiene, butane-1, fuel products, polyisobutylene, isobutylene derivative, propylene tetramer and pentamer. The company was founded in 1943 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Nalco Holding Co. provides water, hygiene and energy technologies and services that protects people and vital resources. The firm also provides integrated water treatment and process improvement services for industrial and institutional applications, using technologically advanced solutions, combining chemical products and equipment, and consistent, reliable on-site service and expertise. The company was founded in November 2004 and is headquartered in Naperville, IL.

Celanese Chemicals, Inc. produces chemical products. It offers acids, anhydrides, aldehydes, polyols, glycols, solvents, monomers, amines, cellulose acetates, and catalyst. The company is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Texas Petrochemicals Corp. manufactures synthetic rubber. It also supplies chemical products. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Part of Targa Resources Corp., Targa Resources GP LLC is a company that offers petroleum services. The company is based in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

TPC Group LLC manufactures chemicals required for the production of synthetic rubber, nylon, adhesives, catalysts and additives. The firm engages in the production and sale of petrochemicals. It sells its products to chemical and petroleum based companies. The company was founded in 1940 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Ciner Resources Corp. produces soda ash and sodium percarbonate. The firm's products are used in detergents and personal care products. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

Milliken & Co., Inc. provides chemical, floor covering and performance materials. Its products include carpet cleaner recall, chemicals, protective fabrics, industrial and specialty textiles and composites. The company was founded by Seth Milliken and William Deering in 1865 and is headquartered in Spartanburg, SC.

ExxonMobil Chemical Co., Inc. manufactures petrochemical products. The company is headquartered in Spring, TX.

Houston Grand Opera Association, Inc. provides entertainment services. It organizes operas for charitable, literary, and educational purposes. The company was founded by Walter Herbert, Louis G. Lobit, Edward Bing, and Charles Cockrell in 1955 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Huntsman-Lion Capital LLC (Huntsman-Lion Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2001 by David DeLeeuw. The firm is headquartered in New York.

Pregis Corp. manufactures and supplies protective packaging products. It offers paper systems, inflatable air systems, temporary protective films, foam for fabrication, and foam sheets and pouches. The firm offer services such as consultation and assessment, training and behavior, reinforcement, and design and testing lab. The company was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

American Chemistry Council, Inc. operates as a trade association providing research services and promotes business interests. It represents companies engaged in the business of chemistry. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Pacolet Milliken LLC operates as a private investment company. It engages in the provision of real estate investment, lokhart power, renewable energy, infrastructure, and industrial services. The company was founded in 2007 is headquartered in Greenville, SC.

Part of Marathon Petroleum Corp., Tesoro Logistics GP LLC is a company that owns, operates, develops, and acquires crude oil and refined products logistics assets. The company is based in Wilmington, DE.

Lion Chemical Partners LLC is a private equity firm that invests in the chemical industry.