David K. Lawrence

Leif Höegh & Co. AS provides shipping services. The firm operates a fleet of vessels and offers transportation and logistic solutions to customers in the roll-on roll-off cargoes and liquefied natural gas segments. It also offers real estate and financial advisory services. The company was founded by Leif Høegh in 1927 and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Oceaneering International Services Ltd. provides engineered services and products for offshore oil and gas industry with a focus on deep-water applications. It serves the defense, entertainment, and aerospace industries. The company was founded on September 6, 1971 and is headquartered in Cleveland, the United Kingdom.

Höegh Autoliners is a leading global provider of Ro/Ro vehicle transportation services. The company operated in 2008 approximately 70 PCTCs (Pure Car and Truck Carriers) in global trade systems which are managed from a worldwide network of 31 offices in four regions. Customers include global manufacturers of new cars, heavy machinery and rolling goods. In 2008, Höegh Autoliners carried about 2.0 million car equivalent units (ceu) and made almost 3,100 port calls. A service provider with modern, flexible and efficient vessels The Höegh Autoliners fleet is designed for maximum flexibility to cater for the variety of rolling stock carried in the various trades. The company has expanded its carrying capacity through acquisitions, new buildings and lengthening of existing vessels, and has contracts for further new buildings for delivery 2009-2012. The current fleet includes 47 owned PCTCs with capacity ranging from 2300 to 7800 ceu for deep-sea trades. In addition, Höegh Autoliners is partner in a joint venture which is supplying three purpose-built Ro/Ro vessels on long-term charter to Airbus for transporting aircraft components and subassemblies in Europe. Höegh Autoliners is continuously investing in developing ship design and specification to enhance and improve efficiency and environmental impact. Strategy The global PCTC market has a positive growth based on increased globalization and growth in emerging markets. Höegh Autoliners' strategy is to continue its growth in this market based on providing high quality and efficient port-to-port transportation services to its customers' global distribution chain. Key success factor in this strategy is to leverage and further develop the company's core competence. Höegh Autoliners has a strong financial and strategic position which enables the company to respond quickly to customer demand for increased capacity and enhanced service offerings. The company is committed to limiting its impact on the environment and performing its business in a socially responsible way.

Pappas Restaurants, Inc. owns and operates restaurants. It operates Steakhouse, Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchens, C&H steak co., Pappas Bars, Pappasitos Cantina as its restaurants. The company's branches are located at Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Beaumont, Atlanta, Chicago, Denver and Phoenix. Pappas Restaurants was founded by H.D. Pappas in 1897 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

South Broward Hospital District is a non-profit organization that provides healthcare services. It offers primary, diagnostic, emergency, surgical, and rehabilitative care. The hospital also operates a cardiac and vascular medicine institute, a cancer treatment center and a center for women's health. The organization was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Hollywood, FL.

Technip USA, Inc. provides engineering and construction services. It services include providing building and construction services for oil, gas and petrochemical industries. The firm provides technology, know-how and services to Offshore, Onshore-Downstream and petroleum industries. It has project centres in Houstan, Texas, California and Claremount. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Awilhelmsen Management AS engages in shipping, offshore, real estate, cruise, and financial holding services. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Awilhelmsen AS engages in the investment in shipping, offshore, real estate, and retail. It also focuses on the cruise business area. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

National Restaurant Association operates as a foodservice trade association. It advocate for pro-restaurant regulation and operational freedom. The firm provide advocacy and representation, educational networking, tools and solutions, and research and insights. The company was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Broken Arrow Ranch, Inc. provides wild game meats. It offers free-range venison, antelope, quail, dorper lamb, and wild boar meat. The company was founded by Mike Hughes in 1983 and is headquartered in Ingram, TX.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation operates as a non-profit organization which supports the exhibitions and programs of library and museum which includes noted speakers, educational activities, and community events. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Part of Alcoa Corp., Alcoa Primary Metals, Inc. is a company that manufactures primary metal products. The company is based in Goose Creek, SC.

Part of PGS ASA, Petroleum Geo-Services, Inc. is a company that wholesales petroleum and petroleum products. The company is based in Houston, TX.

Lyondellbasell Co. manufactures polymers, petrochemicals, and fuels. It produces and markets polyolefin's, including propylene dioxide and derivatives. The firm supplies its products to the industries engaged in the manufacturing of construction materials, automotive parts, food packaging products, textiles, and medicines. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Part of Luby's, Inc., Luby's Management, Inc. is a restaurant company that operates under the brands Luby's, Fuddruckers, and Cheeseburger in Paradise. Luby's cafeterias are located throughout Texas and other states, while Fuddruckers restaurants include company-operated locations and franchises across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The company is based in Houston, TX. The company also provides food service management through its Luby's Culinary Services division. Luby's Culinary Services provides food service management to 18 sites consisting of healthcare, higher education, and corporate dining locations. Christopher James Pappas has been the CEO of the company since 2001.

Aker Kvaerner Oil & Gas US, Inc. provides engineering and professional services. The private company is based in Houston, TX.

Höegh LNG AS provides floating energy solutions. It owns and operates floating liquefied natural gas (LNG) import terminals; floating storage and regasification unit, and LNG Carriers. The company was founded on May 8, 2006 and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Part of LyondellBasell Industries NV, the company is based in London, UK. The British company manufactures and sells petrochemicals.

TIRR Memorial Hermann provides rehabilitation services. The private company is based in Houston, TX.

Part of Fire Security Holding AS, Fire Security AS is a Norwegian company that manufactures and installs cable coating systems.