Jeffery Sears

Executive Leadership Council, Inc. operates as a preeminent member organization for the development of global black leaders. It increase the number of successful black executives both domestically and internationally by adding value to their development, leadership, and philanthropic endeavors throughout the life-cycle of their careers thereby strengthening their companies, organizations and communities. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Blue Rhino Corp. provides propane tank exchange and propane fueled products to consumers. Its outdoor living products include grills, barbecue tools and accessories, patio heaters, firepits, fireplace accessories, mosquito traps, furniture/grill covers and more sold under such brands as Mr. Bar-B-Q, Mr. Pizza, Endless Summer, UniFlame, Backyard Basics and SkeeterVac. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC.

G2 Investment Group LLC provides financial services. It is engaged in investment management, advisory, private capital raising and other capital markets activities. G2 has offices in New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong. G2 was founded by J. Todd Morley in 2008. The company is headquartered at New York, NY.

CannaScore LLC provides real-time scoring, auditing, and analysis for the cannabis industry. It offers compliance software for bankers, investors, landlords, realtors, and government. The company was founded by Greg Gamet and Justin Jones in 2014 and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Denver Consulting Group LLC provides management consulting services. Its services include cannabis compliance audits, dispensary employee handbooks, dispensary branding, nutrient management plan and compassionate care program. The company was founded by Greg Gamet and is headquartered in Denver, CO.

Part of Greenlane Holdings, Inc., Dank Bottles LLC is a company that provides packaging services. The company is based in Denver, CO. The company was founded by Greg Gamet. Dank Bottles was acquired by KushCo Holdings, Inc. on May 12, 2015 for $0.37 million.

Speedwell Partners (Speedwell Partners) is a private equity firm. The firm is headquartered in Armonk, New York.

JourneyOne Ventures LLC (JourneyOne Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 by Helene Servillon. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

Left Coast Ventures Inc (Left Coast Ventures) is a Private Equity/venture capital subsidiary of TPCO Holding Corp. founded in 2017 by Brett Cummings. Grant Avenue Capital LLC is headquartered in California.

Part of Gold Flora Corp., Gold Flora LLC is a vertically integrated single-state operator that provides high-quality legal cannabis products in California. Gold Flora is affiliated with Gold Flora Farms, which is located in Desert Hot Springs, CA, and houses one of the largest indoor grow facilities in the state. Gold Flora's portfolio includes Gold Flora Farms, a fully licensed 620,000 square foot cannabis cultivation and processing complex in Desert Hot Springs, as well as the Airfield Supply Company, Higher Level, and King's Crew dispensaries. The American company is committed to bringing trust, transparency, and high ethical standards to California's rapidly evolving cannabis market. The company was founded in 2017 by Laurie Holcomb and has been led by her as CEO since incorporation. Gold Flora was acquired by TPCO Holding Corp. on July 10, 2023 for $49.94 million.

Jackson Family Wines, Inc. produces and sells wine products. The firm also engages in farming, vineyard management, horse breeding, and training. The company was founded by Jess Jackson in 1982 and is headquartered in Santa Rosa, CA.

The Lagunitas Brewing Co. engages in brewing and distributing alcoholic malt beverages. It offers unlimited and limited release lines of beers including brands such as IPA, Little Sumpin', Hazy Wonder, Super Cluster, Sucks, Mozango, and Luck 13. The company was founded by Tony Magee in 1993 and is headquartered in Petaluma, CA.

The Calico Group, Inc. is a supply chain management firm. The company is based in Austin, TX. The company was founded in 2017 by Max Smith. Max Smith has been the CEO since 2017.

Pernod Ricard USA LLC sells and distributes liquor products such as beer, distilled spirits, and wine. Its brands include The Glenlivet, Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Chivas Regal Scotch Whisky, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Wild Turkey Bourbon, Seagram's Extra Dry Gin, Beefeater Gin, Plymouth Gin, Martell Cognac, Malibu flavored Rum, Kahlua Liqueur, Hiram Walker Liqueurs, Pernod and Ricard. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Red Bull North America, Inc. supplies energy drinks. It offers colas and beverages under Red Bull brand. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA.

Jokake Construction is a relationship-based general contracting and construction management firm, specializing in working in and around occupied building environments Brothers Mike and Gary Smith founded Jokake in 1983, forming a culture of trust, compassion, and rigor, which continues to define Jokake today. As a full-service contractor, Jokake is inspired by challenge and committed to serving others. The company Is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ.

Vitech Systems Group, Inc. provides administration software to investment, insurance, and retirement organizations. It offers proprietary enterprise software, related implementation services, and ongoing support. The company was founded by Frank D. Vitiello in 1986 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Tuatara Capital LP (Tuatara Capital) is a private equity/venture capital firm, a subsidiary of Tuatara Capital GP LLC founded in 2014 by Mark Zittman and Albert Foreman. The firm is headquartered in New York.

JPMorgan Investment Management, Inc. (JPMIM) is a global, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded in 2000 as the result of Chase Manhattan's purchase of Robert Fleming Holdings and the subsequent merger of Chase and JPMorgan. In January 2010, JPMorgan Investment Advisors merged into JP Morgan Investment Management. JPMIM is a subsidiary of JPMorgan Asset Management Holdings, Inc., ultimately owned by JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM). The firm primarily provides investment advisory services to both US and non-US institutional and retail clients.

Part of Insperity, Inc., Virtual Growth, Inc. operates an internet site providing accounting services. The company is based in New York, NY. Virtual Growth was acquired by Insperity, Inc. on January 28, 2002 for $1.30 million.

HPS Investment Partners LLC (HPS) is a SEC-registered investment adviser and hedge fund manager headquartered in New York City. The firm was founded by Scott Kapnick and Payne D. Brown in 2007 to focus on credit and longer-dated less liquid investment opportunities. HPS provides investment advisory services to certain private investment vehicles (HPS Funds), a closed-end management investment company (HPS BDC), and separately managed accounts and single investor vehicles.