Catherine Rose

GISH Biomedical, Inc. designs, manufactures and markets innovative disposable medical devices for cardiovascular surgery, with a focus on the Perfusionist. The GISH product portfolio also includes targeted solutions for vascular access and orthopedics. All GISH products are single use disposable products or have a disposable component. The company's principal products include oxygenators and oxygenator systems, blood reservoirs, cardioplegia delivery systems, custom cardiovascular tubing systems, central venous access catheters and ports, and blood recovery devices for post-operative use in orthopedic surgeries. With a manufacturing facility and offices in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, GISH markets its products worldwide through a combination of direct sales representatives and specialty medical distributors. GISH has been at the forefront of the design and manufacturing of hospital based and operating room medical devices for over 25 years. From simple sets to complex circuits for open heart surgery, precision and quality in manufacturing is what you can rely on from GISH.

I-Flow Corp. designs, develops and manufactures ambulatory drug delivery systems. Its products include portable infusion pumps, catheters and pain kits. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Lake Forest, CA.

Naturade, Inc. engages in the development and production of natural health and beauty products. Its brands include Naturade, Ageless and Symbiotics. The company was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

Beckman Coulter, Inc. manufactures and distributes biomedical testing instrument systems and general biomedical research products. It develops and markets products that simplify, automate and innovate complex biomedical testing. The firm’s systems operate in both diagnostics and life sciences laboratories on seven continents. Its products improve the productivity of medical professionals and scientists, supplying critical information for improving patient health and delivering trusted solutions for research and discovery. The company was founded in 1935 by Arnold O. Beckman and is headquartered in Brea, CA.

Riordan, Lewis & Haden, Inc. (RLH Equity Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 1982 by John Christopher Lewis and Dick J. Riordan. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

MAP Pharmaceuticals, Inc. develops therapies and inhalation delivery technologies. The company was founded by Thomas A. Armer on July 3, 2003 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

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.

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.

Latham & Watkins LLP operates as a full-service law firm or legal matters. It offers services in the areas of finance, litigation, accounting, banking, life sciences, private equity, real estate, government relations, employment law, and outsourcing. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP engages in the provision of legal services. Its practices include: antitrust and competition; banking and finance; capital markets; copyright, trademark and false advertising; cyber, privacy and data innovation; employment law and litigation; energy; financial services litigation; global compliance and regulatory, infrastructure; intellectual property; patents; public finance; real estate; securities litigation; supreme court and appellate; tax advocacy; technology transactions; trials; and white collar, investigations, securities litigation and compliance. The company was founded by John R. Garboe in 1863 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Part of Cybex International, Inc., Tectrix Fitness Equipment, Inc. makes cardiovascular fitness equipment. The company is based in Irvine, CA. Tectrix Fitness Equipment was acquired by Cybex International, Inc. on May 22, 1998 for $30 million.

Financial Executives International enhances member professional development through peer networking, career planning services, conferences, publications and special reports, and research. Its members include Chief Financial Officers, Vice Presidents of Finance, Treasurers, and Controllers. The company was founded in December 1931 and is headquartered in Morristown, NJ.

St. Vincent's Health System provides healthcare services. It provides cardiology and oncology services. The company was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, FL.

Valley Ventures (Valley Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 1985. The firm is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona.

National Association of Corporate Directors provides online and print information services to directors of public companies. It offers in-boardroom education, evaluation, governance reviews, board composition and succession planning, board recruitment, ongoing advisory, insights, and analytics services. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center is a nonprofit organization which provides autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach services. Its programs and services include diagnostic serivces, clinical services, educational, training and outreach programs, and autism screening and evaltuations. The company was founded by Raun D. Melmed and Denise D. Resnik in 1997 and is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

Orange County Community Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides assistance to donors and strengthens local non profit agencies with financial support and training programs. Its services include philanthropic planning, encourage, support, and facilitate philanthropy in Orange County. The foundation was founded by Judith Swayne in 1989 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.

The Irvine Chamber of Commerce is based in Irvine, CA. Irvine is known for its award-winning, globally inspired cuisine, eclectic entertainment venues, and diverse shopping options. The non-profit company offers a full range of guest accommodations and more than 190,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. The company also provides assistance with planning events. The city is an oasis for food connoisseurs seeking authentic cuisine, with a selection of restaurants that will please even the most discerning of palates.

NACD Southern California Chapter, Inc. is the membership organization focuses on board leadership. The firm provides independent board evaluations and custom-tailored in-boardroom education and training programs, as well as director-led conferences, forums and peer-exchange learning opportunities to share ideas about current and emerging issues. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Redondo Beach, CA.

Paul Hastings LLP engages in the provision of legal services. It specializes in the areas of finance, fintech and payments, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, real state, restructuring, tax advisory, employment law, government, intellectual property, international arbitration, entertainment and media, and technology, media, and telecommunications. The company was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

OCTANe connects people and ideas with capital and resources for technology growth in Orange County. It stimulates technology job growth and wealth creation; helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into successful businesses; helps companies connect with funding and growth resources; helps senior executives access intelligence, new technologies, and talent; helps develop technology business leaders; and creates a forum for technology company leaders to have an impact on the future. The company offers LaunchPad, a pro-bono accelerator for startup companies in the technology, life science, and clean tech industries. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, CA.

Sustainability Accounting Standards Board is a non-profit organization, which engages in the development and maintaining of robust reporting standards that enable businesses around the world to identify, manage, and communicate financially material sustainability information to their investors. Its market use include supporters, perspectives and case studies, SASB resources, SASB reporters, firm licensing SASB. The company was founded by Jean Rogers in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

AiVita Biomedical, Inc. operates as a therapeutic development company which focuses on regenerative and curative medicines. Its products include Provoque facial serum and Provoque eye complex. The company was founded by Hans S. Keirstead in 2016 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.