About NRTC:
The National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative (NRTC) represents the advanced telecommunications and information technology interests of 1,500 rural utilities and affiliates in 48 states. NRTC provides products and services developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers, such as high-speed Internet access via WiMAX and satellite, full service Internet access and support, advanced metering infrastructure, SmartSCADA, wireless technologies, power quality products, long distance programs, mobile phone service, IP backbone services, direct broadcast satellite service (DBS) with DIRECTV and programming for Internet protocol television (IPTV). NRTC is driven by our members' commitment to provide their communities with innovative telecommunications solutions and a vision for continued viability.
About Paladin Capital Group:
Headquartered in Washington D.C., The Paladin Capital Group is a premier private equity firm that provides expansion capital for growing companies. Paladin’s Homeland Security Fund invests in enterprises whose principal business centers on products and services that address homeland security issues and needs. For more information, visit www.paladincapgroup.com.
About CNF Investments:
CNF Investments is the private equity and venture capital arm of Clark Enterprises, Inc. (CEI). CEI is a diversified financial and investment company with significant holdings in construction, real estate and private equity. CEI is the parent company of Clark Construction, one of the largest general contractors in the country. CNF Investments manages over $125 million on behalf of CEI and is an active investor in the biotechnology and medical device, technology, and telecommunications industries. For more information, please visit www.cnfinvestments.com.
About Shurz Communications:
Schurz Communications, Inc. is a South Bend based news and information company, which consists of seven business segments: Broadcasting Radio, Broadcasting TV, Cable TV, Newspaper Publishing, Shoppers, Commercial Printing and Digital Media. Schurz Communications newspapers have a long tradition of editorial excellence, technical innovation and a commitment to the highest standards for quality and excellence in journalism. The company emerged as a broadcast pioneer in 1922 with the launching of WGAZ radio (now WSBT) in South Bend. WSBT television began broadcasting in 1952. Schurz Communications broadcast companies are leaders in their markets. Our purpose is to provide a better understanding of the world, so that our readers, viewers and users are more informed and can positively impact our communities and society.
About RedShift Ventures:
RedShift Ventures is an early and expansion stage focused venture capital firm managing approximately $270 million from limited partners worldwide. For more than a decade, RedShift Ventures has been investing in companies that leverage a broad range of advanced technologies to provide compelling solutions for diverse, rapidly growing markets. The firm relies on its deep operational understanding to build lasting value and its comprehensive network within national research centers to gain unique access to ground breaking technologies. RedShift Ventures is a trusted partner of entrepreneurs and limited partners worldwide and has developed strong co-investment relationships with other top venture capital firms and industry leaders. For more information, please visit www.redshiftventures.com.
About Novak Biddle Venture Partners:
Novak Biddle Venture Partners is a leading early stage venture capital firm focused on unique, cutting-edge technology investments in the Eastern United States, as well as targeted opportunities nationwide. With $580 million under management, Novak Biddle operates five venture funds that currently provide equity financing and management assistance to 42 portfolio companies. Novak Biddle continues to seek business situations where the combination of ideas, dollars, experience, and relationships can create long term, sustainable value. A sampling of companies funded by Novak Biddle include: RFID first-mover Matrics, voice over IP trailblazer Telogy, education technology leader Blackboard Inc. and intelligent video surveillance pioneer ObjectVideo. For more information, visit www.novakbiddle.com.