Kevin Gessner

Johnson Investment Counsel, Inc. (Johnson) is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm was founded by Timothy Johnson in 1965. Johnson offers investment advisory services to individuals, investment companies, pension and profit-sharing plans, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business or governmental entities.

Blue Chip Venture Co. (Blue Chip Venture) is a venture capital firm founded in 1990 by Jack H. Wyant. The firm is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Transcare of Kentucky, Inc. provides medical transportation services. The company is headquartered in Lakeside Park, KY.

Aviatra Accelerators operates as a non-profit organization that helps and educates female entrepreneurs. It enables bold women to start and sustain well-managed and profitable businesses through business education classes, guidance from mentors and coaches, and access to debt capital. The company was founded by Candice S. Klein in 2010 and is headquartered in Covington, KY.

Kentucky Higher Education Student Loan Corp. is a non-profit organization that provides education loans with low rates and no fees to students and parents. The company is ultimately controlled by the State of Kentucky and is based in Louisville, KY. Carl Rollins has been the CEO of the company since 2013. The company offers various repayment options, deferment options, forbearance options, and loan forgiveness and discharge programs.

The Ohio State Bar Association is a professional association for those who have been admitted to the practice of law. The non-profit company is based in Columbus, OH and has subsidiaries in the United States. The association represents nearly 65 percent of law practitioners, including paralegals and student associate members.

The Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce is an organization that promotes and supports the development of strong businesses and a vibrant economy in the northern region. The Chamber is based in Fort Mitchell, KY. The non-profit company offers a variety of programs and services to their members, including networking opportunities, professional development, and advocacy. The Chamber is committed to facilitating first-rate programming so that the region's leaders can come together. The company also has a mission to help their members navigate regulatory challenges and provide advice.

Corporex Cos. LLC provides real estate and financial investment services. The firm also builds, purchases, and manages hotels. It acquires, develops, re-develops, manages, and sells hotels, land, mixed-use development, office and industrial, residential, and retail properties; and opens, re-positions, renovates, and re-brands hotels. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Covington, KY.

Carmel Manor, Inc. provides homecare services for the elderly. Its services include personal care, long term care and rehabilitation. The company was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Ft. Thomas, KY

Multi-Craft Litho, Inc. provides integrated marketing services. It offers data management, CRM systems, graphic and website design, offset printing, packaging, mailing, marketing automation, online storefronts, digital printing, large format and signage, finishing, and fulfillment. The company was founded William Gibbs in 1955 and is headquartered in Newport, KY.

DCP Holding Co. engages in provision of dental care services and various healthcare plans and related services to employer groups. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Sharonville, OH.

Best Upon Request Corporate, Inc. provides concierge services. Its services include errand running, handling personal or business errands, and convenience services such as dry cleaning, shipping, mailing, and getting stamps. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

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.

The Ohio Society of CPA's operates as an association for Certified Public Accountants.

Paul Hemmer Construction Co. provides real estate and development, design and construction as well as building care services. It offers property management, building maintenance, lawn and landscaping, remodeling and other property services. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Fort Mitchell, KY.

Part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, Inc., St. Elizabeth Physicians/Kentucky/ is a healthcare provider based in Edgewood, KY. Heidi C. Murley has been the CEO of the company since 2022. St. Elizabeth Physicians/Kentucky/ offers a range of healthcare services, including urgent care, family care, and specialty care, with over 700 physicians and providers available to assist patients in the Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana regions.

The Kentucky Science & Technology Corp operates as a non-profit organization committed to the advancement of science, technology and economic development. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Lexington, KY.

Lucas Manufacturing Co., Inc. manufactures industrial machinery and equipment. The firm offers CNC milling, turning, quality control and facility listing services. It products include sub panels, switches, fuse panels and reset breakers. The company was founded by John M. Lucas and Edward Holt on January 13, 1992 and is headquartered in Millis, MA.

Carnegie Mellon University is an American school that operates as a college or university. It is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Part of AHS Hillcrest Healthcare System LLC, AHS Southcrest Hospital LLC is a healthcare provider that offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services. Located in Tulsa, OK, the hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by over 1000 employees and 700 physicians. Patients consistently report high levels of satisfaction with the quality of care provided at AHS Southcrest Hospital.

GBQ Holdings LLC provides accounting and consulting services. Its offers accounting, tax, assurance, valuation and financial opinion, forensic and dispute advisory, transaction advisory, state and local tax consulting. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

MCM CPAs & Advisors LLP provides accounting services. It offers expertise in audit and assurance services, tax planning, business valuation, litigation support, fraud examination, aviation services, comprehensive real estate and construction expertise, business start-up and consulting for non-profit, public and privately held organizations. The firm serves manufacturing and distribution, healthcare, real estate, financial institutions, insurance, hospitality and restaurants sectors. The company was founded by Michael B. Mountjoy, John E. Chilton and Diane B. Medley and is headquartered in Louisville, KY.

Foster & Motley, Inc. is an independent, SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm was founded by W. Mark Motley and David “Dave” Foster in 1997. Foster & Motley provides investment advisory services to individuals, families, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations.

Freestore Foodbank engages in providing food and services to children and families. Its services include emergency clothing, housing services, SNAP assistance and medicaid outreach. The company was founded by Frank Gerson in1971 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

OhioHealth Corp. operates as a non-profit organization that provides healthcare services. It offers behavioral health, interventional radiology, orthopedics, pastoral care, senior health services, complementary therapies, neuropsychology, pain management, rehabilitation services, surgical weight management, robotic surgery, and weight management. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

4iNNO LLC provides innovation consultancy services. The firm focuses on growth through innovation operating model implementation, development of billion dollar new growth platforms, development of disruptive technology platforms, transformation of firms to an open innovation business model, and innovation culture change through education. The company was founded by Larry Huston in January 2007 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, OH.

The Brandery (The Brandery) is a venture capital subsidiary of Main Street Ventures founded in 2010 by Bryan Radtke and J.B. Kropp. The firm is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

River Cities Management Inc (RC Capital) is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 1994 by J. Eric Lenning, Ted Robinson and R. Glen Mayfield. The firm is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Connetic Ventures LLC (Connetic Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2014 by Kyle Schlotman and Brad Zapp . The firm is headquartered in Covington, Kentucky.

Ernst & Young provides accounting services. Its services include auditing, accounting, tax and transaction services, assurance and advisory business, online transaction advisory and a wide range of financial services. The company was founded by Arthur Young and Alwin C. Ernst in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.