Third Wave Pursuits assists with raising capital and provides strategic business consulting to Companies in rural or otherwise underserved communities. Current investments/specialties include technology, renewal energy, biofuels, agricultural/industrial decarbonization, precision agriculture, regenerative farming, water quality, local/foraged food networks, timber/wildlife management.

Marquis is an industry-leading organization with a long history of producing and marketing low-carbon feed and fuel solutions. We are proud to have the largest dry-mill ethanol facility in the world, generating more than 495 million gallons annually, with a diverse portfolio of companies an

Central Illinois legacy row-crop farms serve as a platform for the future of agriculture. Embracing innovative precision and regenerative farming practices and cutting-edge technology while harnessing renewable energy sources and championing low carbon intensity crops, we are at the forefront of innovation in agriculture. A strong commitment to stewardship drives us to continually explore and implement groundbreaking techniques that not only enhance productivity but also preserve our environment for generations to come."

Community solar operation engaged in the restoration of native pollinator habitat and preservation of native wetlands on a historic site in the Midwest.

Natural Capital enterprise focused on forage to table/local foods networks & market development.

Ag-tech start-up dedicated to helping farmers secure our food supply and rediscover love for the job. Our mission is the people, soil, climate, and ecosystems that rely on our land and farmers. We will create a positive impact and help rebuild an industry, sustainably.

Powerful Workspace Management, Simplified.

The Greater Colorado Venture Fund (GCVF) is a pioneering venture capital initiative that focuses on rural America. Its mission is to catalyze entrepreneurial action and create opportunities for building sustainable communities in rural areas of Colorado.

Sky Peak facilitates reduction of mobile operators data costs and by enabling them to deal with the convergence of consumer demand for viewing more streaming content on mobile devices and ever-increasing 5G bandwidth delivering that content with higher data loads.

With Iron-IQ cloud-native SCADA, all your oil and gas, water, and other industrial services can be monitored from anywhere, anytime. Not only does this save you time, but it helps you make better decisions and avoid costly downtime.

Leading innovator in in-space chemical propulsion. We enable our customers to reach their destinations faster, more efficiently, and take advantage of the new space economy.

RigPark’s mission is to provide high quality, suitable and convenient parking for truckers when and where they need it and to create new revenue opportunities for property owners, while also helping the industry become more eco-friendly.

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Kokopelli Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage companies in the Rocky Mountain Region. Haekka is the new paradigm in security awareness built for modern work. Intelligently train your workforce

Private hunting lodge and Midwest row crop farming operation dedicated to advanced conservation and wildlife practices.

Nestled within the heart of the Midwest, one of the last vestiges of untouched beauty, a serene glacial kettle, surrounded by the timeless majesty of an ancient oak timber. Dedicated as a wildlife preserve managed through careful stewardship and the principles of sustainable forestry.

One of the first privately formed Qualified Opportunity Funds established to invest in operating companies in rural communities that meet QOF requirements.

Early mover to convert marginal farmland/nonproductive land to industrial hemp production for sale into CBD and hemp fiber markets. Exit via liquidation

Nomad Reservations software platform was designed to help manage RV parks, send automated emails and accept online reservations. Successful Exit via Sale

Leadership roles include Managing Partner of the audit function in Kansas City (equivalent to a business unit CEO), where I owned the P&L and had ultimate accountability for client service quality, talent acquisition, and personnel development. I also served as Southwest Regional Leader of Deloitte’s Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Practice for 10+ years, which became one of the fastest-growing industry sectors/regions for Deloitte during my leadership tenure.I have extensive global experience in both my client-facing and management roles. I served many years on Deloitte’s Global Executive (Board) for TMT, leading during a critical period for Deloitte as it transformed from a collection of independent firms to a global powerhouse with a single brand. I instilled a collaborative culture, expanded global capabilities, and experienced a threefold increase in revenues.BOARD EXPERIENCEI am an accomplished board participant, having worked with more than 25 different company boards and their audit committees on a range of governance, business optimization, and audit/accounting issues.• Advice and insight on M&A, financing, equity, and other “structured” transactions• Expert in organizational and governance structures from a risk and control perspective• Evaluation of executives and assessment of talent requirements for CXO level positions• Opportunities for revenue enhancement through innovation and partnership or joint venture arrangements• Input on regulatory and compliance frameworks and strategies including risk mitigation• Experience operating in/with global cultures, management techniques, and enterprise business models to meet global business objectives• Analysis of financial and operating indicators to identify potential cost savings opportunities