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John R. Ettelson became president of William Blair in 2003 and has been CEO since 2004. Under his leadership, the investment banking and asset management business has grown to more than 20 offices globally and annual revenues have tripled to over $1 billion. During his three decades at William Blair, Mr. Ettelson has held various leadership positions within the firm, including; head of mergers and acquisitions, chief financial officer, and chief operating officer. Mr. Ettelson has a deep commitment to his community and is a respected civic leader. He is the past chairman of the board of trustees for Lincoln Park Zoo and of the Economic Club of Chicago. He currently sits on the boards of the Northwestern Medical Group, Francis Parker School, the Executives’ Club of Chicago, and the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. He is a member of Commercial Club of Chicago, and is a member of its Civic Committee of the Commercial Club of Chicago. Additionally, he is also involved in industry trade organizations where he is on the board and executive committee of SIFMA and on the board of the American Securities Association. Mr. Ettelson received his Sc.B. from Brown University and his JD/M.B.A. from the University of Chicago.

A. William Stein works at DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. and a Chief Financial and Investment Officer at DIGITAL REALTY TRUST, INC. and is based in Tiburon, California. He studied at University of Pittsburgh School of Law between 1975 and 1978, Princeton University between 1971 and 1975, and Tepper School of Business between 1985 and 1988.

As CEO of Springboard Enterprises, Natalie Buford-Young is responsible for leading Springboard’s mission to accelerate the growth of entrepreneurial companies led by women through access to essential resources and a global community of experts. An accomplished and innovative corporate executive, entrepreneur, company advisor and thought leader, Natalie Buford-Young previously served as Managing Director of Market Development for Deloitte’s venture capital, private equity and emerging private company practices. An active leader in the entrepreneur community, Natalie also served as Executive Director for Deloitte’s Tech Venture Center, which provides programs and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors. Prior to joining Deloitte, she founded and served as President and CEO of The Rainfield Group - one of the region’s most successful executive recruiting firms specializing in top executive, sales and marketing talent for technology, consulting and professional services companies. Natalie is an innovator, change agent, strategic partner and trusted advisor to companies that span emerging markets as well as Fortune 500 sectors. Her pursuant vision, captivating character and natural ability to engage new relationships are a magnetic model that other leaders strive to follow. Natalie is the go-to person for organizations looking to grow new business. She is a strong community builder and driver of new ideas. She has been presenting solutions to C-level executives her entire career, often securing multi-million dollar investments. Natalie is a connector, problem-solver, obstacle-mover and accelerant for many young companies seeking to grow.

Eric Gernath is a Managing Director at Sita Australia Pty Ltd, CEO:North America at Suez Environnement North America, and CEO:North America at SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions. He works or has worked as Exec VP:Commercial Development at SUEZ North America.