Created non-operating private foundation to focus the Barton family’s giving efforts and disburse funds to other charitable organizations. Passionate about setting positive example to children and beloved community. Family foundation where his sons and daughters make up the foundation’s board of directors.Highlights of Achievement:• People – Eventually seven members to make up board of directors. With Eric as President, two Barton children currently serve on the board of directors. As his other children turn 18 years old, they will also become board members, with several Vanquish employees to serve as board advisors.• Community – Donated $500,000 in early 2015, including contributions to New Providence Church and Tennessee Veterans Business Association and establishing Barton-Gambetta Scholarship and Tiffany Midyett Scholarship. • Growth – Leaning on faith and a calling to serve others, the Barton family donates between $500,000 to $1 million annually with applications taken from the community and reviewed each fall for the next year’s giving. • Contracts – Committed to supporting scholarships, noting education as an economic driver, including in skilled trades and technical training. Committed $50,000 to Domestic Estate Management Association Scholarship.

Developed top-quality, comprehensive technical training institute that has been approved and regulated by the State of Colorado, Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Division and the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.Highlights of Achievement:• People − Hires most knowledgeable and experienced instructors in the industry to ensure students receive highest level and most relevant education possible. Adheres to “leading from the front” philosophy by going through training and certification processes as a way to better understand business workings from the inside out and help better relate to employees.• Community – Regularly participates in community development organizations, such as Knoxville Chamber of Commerce and Blount Partnership. Women from Vanquish and Peak took part in a Blount County Habitat for Humanity Women Build project in early 2015. Premier sponsor of 16th annual Phillip Fulmer Golf Classic Tournament, 2015 Wounded Warrior Golf Tournament sponsorship. Tennessee Veterans Business Association contributing sponsor. Donated $12,500 to United Way to help achieve 2014 fundraising goal. Selected as sponsor for 2016 Smoky Mountain Air Show.• Growth − Expanded institute from two to six programs as well as expanded to two campuses in Loveland, Colo., and headquarters in Maryville, Tenn. Established strategic plan to advance the company’s mission to promote enrollment, credibility and growth.• Contracts − Certificate granting programs in commercial driver license, unexploded ordnance, professional household management and hazardous waste operations and emergency response. PTI also conducts etiquette and protocol training and an executive outdoor leadership retreat program. Recently announced new partnership and consulting agreements with legendary football coach Phillip Fulmer, who will join PTI team as an ambassador for the PTI brand.

Pursued his family’s dreams of raising quality horses combined with a passion for philanthropic work to establish the largest independent Gypsy Vanner breeding operation in North America. Prides company in possessing the most sought after blood lines of the finest Gypsy Vanner horses. Three ranch locations in Blount, Roane and Van Buren counties in East Tennessee for a total of 270 acres in addition to over 600 acres of pasture land in Central Tennessee possessing 30 miles of horse trails, barns and private stocked lakes.Highlights of Achievement: • People – Works with interns from the University of Tennessee to help them gain experience in their chosen career fields in animal science, veterinary service and other related fields. Partners with community organizations.• Community − Donates quality horses every year to Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH)-accredited programs across the U.S., as well as to individuals through its Honoring Our Heroes and Gypsy Gift campaign. Company donated in excess of $6.8 million to charitable organizations in 2014. In addition, donated 30 Gyspy Vanner Horse Society-registered horses valued in excess of $540,000 to therapy centers in 2014 and 2015. LexLin, along with sister company Vanquish Worldwide, are premier donors to Smoky Mountain Service Dogs organization along with donations to many other nonprofit organizations. Donation to Horse Haven of Tennessee nonprofit rescue operation for abused and neglected equine. • Growth – Exponential growth due to high demand for quality horses. Each year, LexLin sells between 50-60 horses and has sold every horse listed for sale for years in addition to managing breeding partnership contracts extending two-three years out. • Contracts − Became prominent staple in the development of pedigree Gypsy Vanner horses, having imported more than 400 horses from Wales, Ireland, France, Belgium, England, Spain and Germany.

Built VA-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business into financially-solvent, leading provider in government contracting and transportation sectors. Contract ceilings in excess of $1.6 billion and 16 worldwide operating locations. Company maintains impeccable safety record and facility clearance. Global provider of high quality transportation and logistics, facility support, manpower, security and construction services to government agencies and commercial clients across the world.Vanquish Worldwide family of companies also include Vanquish Worldwide Inc., Vanquish Logistics, Vanquish Express and Vanquish Leasing.Highlights of Achievement:• People − Expanded company to over 200-plus W2 employees today in addition to 1,200-plus overseas contract employees, including host station country and third-country nationals, while offering benchmark employee benefits program.• Community − Through effective leadership, Vanquish Worldwide has earned numerous awards for philanthropic and community involvement, including Large Business of the Year in Blount County, Tenn., Tennessee Veterans Business Association’s Veteran Innovator Award and several beautification and safety awards. Vanquish, along with sister company LexLin Gypsy Ranch, are premier donors to Smoky Mountain Service Dogs, Americans for African Adoptions, Foothills Land Conservancy and other organizations.• Growth − Expanded domestic trucking operations in the U.S. and Canada by providing asset-based transportation and logistics to hundreds of commercial clients including FedEx Ground, Newell Rubbermaid, Dell Computers, Amazon and other companies.• Contracts − Earned all contract option periods for over a decade; Effectively mobilized top government contracts in excess of $1.6 billion; 90 percent of contract revenue being earned from developing nations, austere environments or war zones with no loss of life or cargo. Debt free since inception.

Through understanding of small business owners’ sacrifices, established BOBA to return financial balance to those contributing the most to the U.S. economy. Committed to uniting small businesses, in addition to nonprofit organizations, through the power of membership in order to reduce cost and risk that previously had been uncontrollable by being a standalone business. Service provider offerings include credit card processing, energy savings auditor, fleet services, payroll and human resources services, small package control and late delivery recovery solutions and encompassing insurance coverage.Community Benefit Advisors, a division of BOBA, is a nonprofit organization that uses leveraged aggregation of all associate members to provide time and cost-saving opportunities to nonprofit and community organizations, allowing them to spend more time productively making their dreams come true.Highlights of Achievement: • People – Utilized the aggregation of all associate members to provide significant time and cost-saving opportunities for small/mid-sized companies and nonprofit organization, which make up the backbone of the U.S. economy.• Community – Committed to growing Blount County community with the recent acquisition of the former Social Security building on Keller Lane to serve as current headquarters with plans for exponential growth in the coming year. Sponsored Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce and Boys and Girls Club event in 2015.• Growth – Built a platform that offers small business opportunities to reduce and control their operating costs through its service provider network without requiring new money.• Contracts – Committed to providing services that reduce cost and control risk for small business owners and nonprofits through the power of membership. Provides cost reduction and risk control with payment processing, payroll and HR services, insurance, risk management/training, start-up guidance and consultation and towing and parts savings.

Compiled subject matter experts, successful entrepreneurs and venture-style investors to form a national syndicate of angel investors who strive to cultivate sustainable communities, drive economic impact and create wealth by selecting brightest startup companies for funding and curation to drive better than market returns. Highlights of Achievement: • People – United great minds, extraordinary investors and aggregate capital to validate and invest in innovative business models driven by outstanding entrepreneurs. Embraced concepts of economically sustainable cities, regional economic impact and wealth creation.• Community – Support communities in creating sustainable economic conditions through investment in early stage, private equity ventures. Celebrate innovation, reward strategic risk-taking and focus on performance.• Growth – Optimize risk and returns by curating companies and proving the scalability of their revenue model. Focus on creating entrepreneurial success by searching for outstanding early stage opportunities from across the nation for private equity investing.• Contracts – Review and research corporate documents, business plans and markets. Analyze management teams to pinpoint individual and team strengths within an organization and utilize market specific experts to review all critical variables. Merged with RAIN Source Capital in 2014 to expand national reach, meaning $48 million has been invested in 140 companies, creating 4,500 jobs and $750 million in follow-on investments by other funds.

Developed Colorado-based Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business as a proven leader in security, firearms, tactical, instructor and medical training courses for law enforcement, government DoD and commercial personnel. Trained several thousand Department of Defense and law enforcement personnel in a host of courses over the last 12 years.Highlights of Achievement: • People − Hand-selected staff averaging 100-plus years of law enforcement, military, security and special operations experience each. Staff possesses recent worldwide experience training personnel and have worked in an operational capacity around the globe in Afghanistan, Iraq, Colombia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Egypt and other countries. Staff has significant experience with U.S. Department of State in more than 12 countries.• Community – Involved with Colorado Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor’s Association since 2006, donating eight hours of training each year to every member attending their annual conference. Sponsored 2015 Project Healing Waters event for U.S. military wounded warriors with one staff member acting as a fishing guide. Co-sponsor of Vanquish Worldwide’s Honoring Our Heroes event in June 2015 in honor of law enforcement, firefighters and all first responders. Offers discounted training to local police departments.• Growth − Continually growing company by expanding course offerings. Assisted in growing Enlisted Aides program, where more than 150 Enlisted Aides have graduated to date.• Contracts − Company selected as a sole source to Securitas USA, one of the world’s largest security providers, as the recipient of a long-term contract providing high end weapons and tactical training to operators providing security to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention critical assets throughout the nation. Majority of FRTC course have been submitted to and have received state level certification or approval from the Peace Officers and Standards Training (POST) board in several states.

Franchised quick service restaurant Froots with a menu of smoothies, shakes, coffee, wraps, salads and other healthy items in the southeast region. Company established 45 franchised stores in 15 states and internationally with another 60-plus stores in various stages of development. Highlights of Achievement:• People – Franchise ranked Top 50 Franchises for Minorities by National Minority Franchising Initiative in 2009. Company product promotes healthy living. Healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases.• Community – Strive to be healthy and natural where possible, potentially benefitting the health of the general public while also becoming eco-friendly and sustainable in nature.• Growth – Developed healthy and delicious menu that is replicable worldwide. Global market for juice and smoothie bars to reach $10.7 billion, according to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Franchise viewed as profit boosters all-year round, crediting that operators can see 70-80 percent gross margin on 16 oz. smoothies. • Contracts – Franchise received numerous accolades for growth, including Franchise Times’ “Fast 55,” ranking in the top 55 fastest growing franchises, and numerous Top 500 lists. New Mintel Report shows five-year market boom raises smoothie market sales by more than 80 percent.

Formed Relyant initially as Critical Mission Support Service to fulfill a need in the Middle East. Strategized to grow revenue from $7 million in 2006 to $80 million in 2010 in addition to building company’s brand and strong position in core markets by offering services in construction, life support, demining, logistics/procurement and security services in theaters of war. Developed senior management team and partnerships with government and private industry. Highlights of Achievement:• People − Provided continued fiscal support by educating department managers on financial issues impacting their budgets. While expanding services offerings and winning more contracts, company’s number of employees grew by 75 percent in 2010 alone.• Community − Helped cultivate company culture, championing development of senior management team and developing partnerships with government and private industry. Sponsored 10k race for U.S. military personnel at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan.• Growth − Responsible for overall leadership and management in a firm that provides construction, logistics, life support, IT, demining and security services in theaters of war. Developed U.S. offices in Maryville and San Antonio, Texas and offshore offices in Iraq, Afghanistan and Uganda. Recognized in 2009 by BusinessTN Magazine as one of Tennessee’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies.• Contracts − Service offerings expanded with addition of relocatable building services for commercial companies in Afghanistan, spray foam insulation services for military bases in the states, expanded vehicle maintenance in Iraq and Afghanistan, a contract to provide staffing for forward operating bases and the teaming with new partners to develop rapid housing deployment capabilities. Won several major contracts and contract extensions, including a $49 million demining and UXO contract, a $30 million spray foam insulation task order for forward operating bases in Afghanistan and a $150 million RLB contract.

Directed and served as primary point of contact for multiple contracts associated with logistics, security, information technology, vehicular and facility maintenance, repair and construction while based in Baghdad. Oversaw all contractual and logistical matters, new Iraqi government relations and procurement of local labor. Participated in strategic development, pre-marketing and writing of company’s major proposals. Maintained communications with contracting officers and representatives to facilitate superb customer/client relations and contractual compliance.Highlights of Achievement:• People − Increased international program personnel from less than 100 to nearly 11,000 employees in less than two years. Invested in employee benefits by implementing leadership directives that resulted in significant profit margins across multiple contracts including security option periods, increased modification and scope expansion. • Community – Supported positive Iraq and Baghdad community development through community cleanup projects within the green zone by removing trash and other debris and sponsored leadership talks to Iraqi businessmen. • Growth − Integrated new finance system and developed project management training that resulted in significant profit margins across multiple contracts. Later rebranded as Sterling Global Operations.• Contracts − Utilized strategic development, pre-marketing and other business models to expand total dollar value of overseas contracts managed from $8 million to $285 million in less than two years. Provided logistic and contract management in support of $220 million International Program.

Pursued humanitarian efforts and assisted others in their walk in the faith after feeling a calling to do something special in his life during his later years in the military. Committed to strengthening children/youth program and in turn strengthening the faith of children of every age.Highlights of Achievement:• People – Lead children and youth in their walk with the Lord, setting a positive example to the next generation through leadership, fellowship and teachings.• Community – Expanded humanitarian work and invested his time in the community during time as youth director. Spent four months as a chaplain at a local Veterans Affairs hospital, praying with veterans and their spouses that were in hospice care. Spent weekends at homeless shelters and soup kitchens in the downtown Atlanta and surrounding areas. Also became a certified marriage and grief counselor.• Growth – Historically very active youth program made up of students who attend every week to explore their faith as they begin to form their identities. Credits time spent as youth director as exponential opportunity to grow as a humanitarian and man of faith. • Contracts – Committed to students’ favorite activities, including talking about God, planning for fundraisers and playing sand volleyball. Worked with many church programs and events throughout the year intended to give children an opportunity to build the foundation of their faith and learn more about the Bible.