Mike Sommers

American Petroleum Institute (API) is the only national trade association that represents all aspects of America's oil and natural gas industry. Its more than 400 corporate members, from the largest major oil company to the smallest of independents, come from all segments of the industry. They are producers, refiners, suppliers, pipeline operators and marine transporters, as well as service and supply companies that support all segments of the industry.

Ford's Theatre Society is a non profit organization, which engages in the provision of national historic site and theatre producing live performances. Its performances include A Christmas Carol; Silent Sky; and Guys and Dolls. The firm's historic sites include museum, theatre, Petersen House, and aftermath exhibits. The company was founded by John T. Ford in 1861 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Congressional Institute, founded in 1987, provides educational information services about congress to the general public. The private company is based in Alexandria, VA.