THIS IS WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE - UH Alumni · Longnecker & Associates Lone Star Legal Aid Solarcraft, Inc. Mobisoft Infotech, LLC HR&P TopSpot Internet Marketing X-ISS E Care Medical

6th Annual

Recognizingthe Fastest Growing Cougar owned or led Businesses of 2019

THIS IS WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

About The Cougar 100

The University of Houston and the University of Houston Alumni Association welcomes all outstanding Cougar companies to our established community of business excellence, the Cougar 100! The Cougar 100 is fast becoming our most exciting program for recognizing our Cougar owned and operated businesses. Now in its sixth year, the Cougar 100 has welcomed over 200 companies to the list since its inception. This year, we welcome 14 companies to the list for the first time. Companies on the list are ranked by percentage of compound annual growth in sales or revenue across a three-year period with gross revenues above $250,000 and in business for 5 years or more.

The Cougar 100 members will automatically be included in the Cougar Business to Business Network. The Cougar Business to Business Network will showcase Cougar-owned businesses, connect them with alumni and fellow business owners and support “Cougars should be doing business with Cougars”. Additionally, all those who submit will have the opportunity to take part in the UH Corporate Partner program.

PKF Texas in Houston is the independent accounting firm that tabulates the results. They provide similar services to awards programs such as the FasTech 50 in Houston.

As a Cougar business owner or operator, you want to be a part of this program. To nominate your company for the list next year, please contact Jarred Fancher at 713-743-7849 or by e-mail at [email protected].

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A Note From The UHAAF President

Congratulations fellow University of Houston Cougars on your accomplishment and award in our 6th annual UH Alumni Association’s celebration of Cougar 100 Companies! It is my great pleasure to share this moment with you – outstanding UH Cougar Companies who have shown the grit, determination and leadership to rise and exhibit success, just as our great University of Houston continues to gain success and notoriety across the great U.S.A.

As a 2019 Cougar 100 Company you now are in a select group of over 200 companies named to this exceptional list since the inception of this award. Cheers to the 14 new companies who have achieved accomplishment as a 2019 Cougar 100 Company. Congratulations to all of you for a well-deserved honor! You are helping to paint our Houston, our Texas and this nation red and white with our UH Cougar great leadership, passion, and business acumen for success. You have stepped up and you have shown your passion for achievement.

Keep it up Coogs – “Keep the fire in the belly,” and Let’s own this! Congratulations again and Go Coogs!

Laurie A. Rutherford (’86, M.B.A. ’91, M.S. ’04)President, UHAAF Board of Directors

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Presenting Sponsors

Thank you to our Sponsors

Sponsors as of October 15, 2019. To our sponsors not listed, please accept our heartfelt appreciation.

In Kind Sponsors

Legacy Sponsors

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Carlos De Aldecoa Bueno PresidentCadeco Industries, Eximius Coffee, LLC, Buffalo Bayou Distilleries.

Carlos de Aldecoa Bueno is President of Eximius Coffee, LLC, Cadeco Industries, and Buffalo Bayou Distilleries. Located near downtown in Houston’s trending East End, the enterprises are the modern incarnation of a 3rd generation, family-owned group of companies focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry.

In 1995, after substantial capital investment and hands-on management by Mr. de Aldecoa, Cadeco Industries retrofitted and modernized the iconic Uncle Ben’s rice processing facility on Clinton Drive, converting the facility into the largest and most diversified independent bulk coffee processing facility in North America.

Taking advantage of the proximity to the expansive Port of Houston, Cadeco receives and processes on a daily basis over one million pounds of coffee from all over the world. In addition to operating 4 New York Board of Trade (ICE)-certified coffee warehouses, Cadeco utilizes state-of-the-art technologies to provide bulk silo storage, cleaning, blending, steaming, decaffeination, and handling services for coffee industry participants from around the globe.

Eximius Coffee, LLC is a national roasting and packaging operation for coffee and tea products. In addition to packaging and selling its own brands, Eximius is a major national player in private label beverage production for companies such as HEB, Walgreens, Dollar General, Maxwell House, Meijer, and Aldi, among others.

At the end of 2006, Mr. de Aldecoa formed Maximus Coffee Group LP and successfully completed the acquisition of Houston’s historic Maxwell House coffee plant from Kraft Foods. A complement to Cadeco’s bulk handling operations, the Maximus plant was North America’s largest integrated roasting, decaffeination, soluble and packaging coffee facility, while additionally manufacturing rice packaging and powdered soft drinks. The facility underwent substantial growth from one customer to over 50 customers and 500 employees. In 2014 Mr. de Aldecoa sold Maximus Coffee Group to a global commodity trader based in Switzerland.

In 2014 Mr. de Aldecoa started Buffalo Bayou Distilleries as a distiller, rectifier and bottler of spirits. A Houston, Texas, distiller, Buffalo Bayou Distilleries -- also known as Gulf Coast Distillers -- owns over 12 brands and packages third-party brands. Today, Gulf Coast Distillers is the largest whiskey distillery in the State of Texas and ships product to over 10 states as well as internationally.

Also in 2014 Mr. de Aldecoa started a joint operation with Wholesome Sweeteners in La Porte, Texas to store and package organic specialty sugars and liquid products in a new 300,000 square foot facility with 4 active packaging lines. The company packages for the Wholesome brand as well as most of the national retail chains.

Mr. de Aldecoa is a graduate of the University of Houston with a degree in Industrial Engineering. He has been active in growing the coffee industry in Harris County and worked with community leaders to form the Greater Houston Coffee Association. His goal is to bring additional coffee warehouses, roasters, retailers, and the many associated service providers to Houston to further consolidate Greater Houston as the most important major coffee industry center in the United States. He has also served as a Board Member of the Greater Houston Partnership, the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the East End Development District. Mr. de Aldecoa is a member of the Houston chapter of YPO and serves on the Board of Boys and Girls Country, the Houston Zoo, and the Advisory Board of Amegy Bank.

From his 3rd generation Houston family, Mr. de Aldecoa plans to continue to serve coffee, sweetener and spirits consumers of the many generations to come.

Cougar 100 Luncheon Speaker

Congratulations to our 2019 Cougar 100 companies! All companies are UH Alumni owned or operated and ranked by average growth percentage.

TrueRisk Advisors, LLCDyson Energy Group, LLCThe Lovett CenterEscondido Resources II, LLCJPGNash Industries, Inc.Kodiak Gas Services, LLCAmeriMex Motor & Controls, LLCPest ForceAria SignsDayton ConsultingShufflrr, LLCNorhill RealtyMethod Architecture Tubular LabsATOM Solutions, LLCMurray ResourcesNAI PartnersClassy Art, LLCImpac FleetAfter 3 After School ProgramsCerity PartnersAmijag, Inc.PCS Software, Inc.BE A CHAMPION, INC.Trinity Legacy Partners, LLCProcess Solutions Int’l.AltruVistaWhitley PennCrymar FinishesJ. Tyler Amstill RoofingBB’s Tex OrleansThe Lorch Group of Wells Fargo AdvisorsWillis Johnson & AssociatesBMP Partners, Inc.Houston Fence CompanyTexan BankThayer O’Neal Company, LLCAbbasi Insurance Group, Inc.Delta Refractories, Inc.QualTech AutomotiveLegacy Community HealthKatz CoffeeSky High Party RentalsComplete Care Medical, Inc.Marcos AC & Heating, Inc.Natran Green Pest ControlGreeNexus Consulting, LLCRand Group, LLCExecuTeam | Team1Medical Staffing

C & B Interests, LLCAdvantage Pro ServicesGoodman Financial CorporationTanglewood Legacy Advisors, LLCSergeant Bluff Eye CareBusch Global, LLCLewis Jewelers, Inc.Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLPAnserTeam Initech AppraisalsSpark LightingBusiness Financial Consultants, Inc.Bullpen MarketingStone Creek Psychotherapy and WellnessLongnecker & AssociatesLone Star Legal AidSolarcraft, Inc.Mobisoft Infotech, LLCHR&PTopSpot Internet MarketingX-ISSE Care Medical GroupSandcastle HomesSharpsGalene FinancialHanszen Laporte, LLPMetro Grease Rendering, LLCExecutive IT Help, Inc.Element Architects, LLCBCS/ProSoft, Inc.Union Properties, LLCThe French CornerRevenew International, LLCDean’s Professional ServicesTriad Retail Construction, Inc.BauscherHepp, Inc.Cooper Consulting ServiceICON Information Consultants, LPAppraisal MCBirmingham Mountain RadioPhiloWilke PartnershipSharpEcho, LLCH4 Architects and EngineersUnited Sales & Services, LLCWilli Law Firm, P.C.Hydra Offshore Construction, Inc.Texas Loan Star, Inc.TriOpz ConsultingMcDaniel and Cullen ConsultingAria Services, Inc.

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Congratulations Cougar 100 recipients! You’ve worked hard for your success, but it doesn’t stop here. At TDECU, Houston’s largest credit union, we’re here to help you take your next step, with financial solutions that work as hard as you do.

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• Full-service consumer and business banking• Insurance• Investments• Mortgage lending

Rise to the occasion

Congratulations Cougar 100 recipients! You’ve worked hard for your success, but it doesn’t stop here. At TDECU, Houston’s largest credit union, we’re here to help you take your next step, with financial solutions that work as hard as you do.

The preferred �nancial institution of the University of Houston.

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Asad Abbasi ('01)

Abbasi Insurance Group, Inc.We are an independent insurance agency specializing in homeowners insurance in hurricane prone southwest Texas. We work with A rated carriers and offer our clients a thorough review of the their coverage with the most competitive rate. abbasigroup.com

Gordon Doran ('98)

Advantage Pro ServicesWe help Houstonians keep their properties looking polished and pristine with customized maintenance plans for gutters cleaning, window cleaning, house washing, and exterior surface cleaning.advantageproservices.com

Gabrielle Alvarado ('98, M.Ed. '01, M.Ed. '05) *

After 3 After School ProgramsAft3r seeks to enhance the communities we serve through enriching the lives of our students. We provide a safe, structured and fun environment that supports our student’s social development. Aft3r is the place to be! after3asp.com

Ali Nasser ('05)

AltruVistaAltruVista offers holistic financial planning tailored to high net worth entrepreneurs and business owners in the Houston area. altruvistawealth.com

Wade Stockstill ('00)

AmeriMex Motor & Controls, LLCAmeriMex Motor & Controls specializes in power equipment for all industries. We focus on AC and DC motors and controls for drilling, dredging, petrochemical, cement, plastic, steel, and general industry.amerimexinc.com

Honoring the 2019

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Alumni noted with an asterisk (*) are UH Life MembersTo become a Life Member, visit houstonalumni.com/lifemember

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Pratik Shah ('05, '06) *

Amijag, Inc.At Amijag our motto is to be ethical, genuine, contemporary, and different in everything we do at a reasonable price. Amijag is your luxury wholesale jeweler dealing in fine timepieces, diamonds & fine jewelry. amijag.com

Sam Stilley ('16)

Amstill RoofingAmstill Roofing is a family owned & operated residential roofing company that specializes in roof replacements, repairs, and catastrophic storm restoration services. We provide an exceptionally informative experience with a value based solution service. AmstillRoofing.com

Valerie Freeman ('70, M.Ed '72) *

AnserTeam Anserteam is the only WBENC-Certified alliance of staffing companies serving all of North America. Combining boutique-quality service, entrepreneurial flexibility and state-of-the-art web-based technology, we deliver a seamless solution for enterprise-wide workforce management. anserteam.com

Mariella Massa ('03)

Appraisal MCAppraisal MC is the largest independently owned appraisal management company. They offer commercial and residential appraisals on a national level to financial institutions. appraisalmc.com

Irsan Tisnabudi ('97) *

Aria Services, Inc.Aria Services, Inc. specializes in the structural analysis and construction drawings for telecommunication infrastructure anywhere in the world. As experts in our field, we handle the process of land planning, engineering and designing of structures, and eventual structural analysis for a variety of telecommunication towers. aria-corp.com

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Contact Byron Hebert, CPA, CTP, Chief Growth Officer at (713) 860-1400 or visit us

on the web at www.PKFTexas.com

As the official accountants of the Cougar 100, the CPAs

and professional advisors at PKF Texas are proud to support the University of

Houston.

Our Coog Squad is University of Houston

educated and dedicated to serving your company.

Congratulations to the 2019 Cougar 100 honorees!

Congratulates

Contact Byron Hebert, CPA, CTP, Chief Growth Officer at (713) 860-1400 or visit us

on the web at www.PKFTexas.com

As the official accountants of the Cougar 100, the CPAs

and professional advisors at PKF Texas are proud to support the University of

Houston.

Our Coog Squad is University of Houston

educated and dedicated to serving your company.

Congratulations to the 2019 Cougar 100 honorees!

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Shaya Attaei ('13, M.ARCH '15)

Aria SignsAria Signs is one of the fastest growing signage companies in the city of Houston. We design, fabricate and install interior and exterior signage for major leading companies such as retail stores, restaurants, hospitals, shopping centers, and stadiums. ariasigns.com

Firoz Jhaver ('94) *

ATOM Solutions, LLCATOM provides software consulting and technology oriented services to corporate participants in various segments within the energy commodities chain.whoisatom.com

Jeffrey Heaney ('92) *

BauscherHepp, Inc.BauscherHepp, Inc. offers the highest quality tabletop and F&B furniture available to restaurants, hotels and resorts, private clubs, casinos, sporting arenas, multi-unit operators, and healthcare. Providing excellent service is a point of distinction.bauscherhepp.com

Brooks Bassler ('02) *

BB’s Tex-Orleans BB’s Tex-Orleans is a Houston authentic cajun restaurant and New Orleans-themed café with a unique Texas twist. Featuring selections inspired by Cajun food, our cuisine is what we like to call Tex-Orleans.bbstexorleans.com

William Vespe ('16)

BCS/ProSoft, Inc. BCS/ProSoft is the premier value-added reseller of Sage, Deltek, and NetSuite business software. With offices in San Antonio, Houston, Tulsa, and Denver, BCS/ProSoft aligns over 1500 customers with industry-leading solutions, education, and consulting.bcsprosoft.com

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James Hong ('05) *Jaron Barganier ('04) *

BE A CHAMPION, INC.Non-profit youth organization providing during-school, after-school, summer, enrichment and food & nutrition programs to 40,000+ youth around the state of Texas each day.bachamp.org

Geno Pearson ('89)

Birmingham Mountain RadioBirmingham Mountain Radio is a locally owned and operated AAA radio station focusing on great music and the local community. bhammountainradio.com

Wesley Danson ('11, M.B.A. '15) *

BMP Partners, Inc.BMP helps companies of all sizes to promote and protect their brand through branded items. Branded merchandise, print medium, safety programs, recognition programs and company stores are some of the services provided by BMP. bmpdirect.com

Colin Hageney ('90) *

Bullpen MarketingBullpen Marketing is a Houston-based marketing firm that offers many services including branding, advertising and web design. We help companies and schools improve the way they promote the value of their products and services. bullpenmarketing.com

JD Busch (FS '95)

Busch Global, LLCOur company is interested in helping you reach your organizational goals through intelligent growth. We believe intelligent growth comes with understanding your franchise, your concept, your values and vision. buschglobal.com

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3300 Kingswood Street | Houston, Texas 77092

Office 713.956.8555 | Direct 713.586.3302

Email [email protected] | www.SignatureAspen.com

Commercial Printing

Digital Printing

Wide-Format Printing

Promotional Products

Direct Mail

Fulfillment

TheImage Communications Company


Karl Fava ('85) *

Business Financial Consultants, Inc.Business Financial Consultants specializes in tax matters and serves clients nationwide and offshore. BFC primarily focuses on high income and high net worth individual income tax matters and closely held businesses.bfcinc.com

Billy Leavings ('01)

C & B Interests, LLCCommercial Real Estate

Thomas Karsten ('92) *

Cerity PartnersCerity Partners delivers tax and financial planning benefits to executives of middle market and Fortune 500 businesses as an executive benefit. Our services ensure that executives are appreciative and more focused on company growth. ceritypartners.com

Gabriel Cohen ('05)

Classy Art, LLCManufacture and distributor of wall décor including framed prints, mixed media, mirrors, giclee, high and definition tempered glass. Our primary customers are furniture retailers, hotels/motels, and commercial designers. ClassyArt.net

Mark Walz ('03)JP Monteverde ('86)Chris Miller ('96, J.D. '99)

Complete Care Medical, Inc.With Complete Care Medical’s more than 15 years of experience, you have options for lower cost alternatives and home delivery for a wide variety of products designed to meet your medical needs and assist you with a healthy and active lifestyle. Our specialized team will work to provide you with a personalized self-management program.getcompletecare.com

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Tommy Cooper ('74, M.S. '81)

Cooper Consulting ServiceCCS was founded in 1986 and is an engineering design and development company that focuses on medical products. cooperconsultingservice.com

Paul Herndon ('08)

Crymar FinishesCrymar Finishes is a market leader in the Texas floor industry. Servicing both the commercial and multi-family market segments, Crymar Finishes is dedicated to providing the highest standard of service from design to installation. crymarfinishes.com

Ahmad Khawaja ('96)

Dayton ConsultingDayton provides consultancy and accounting services through a unique and pragmatic model. We deliver solutions that are designed specifically for clients and address real, on-the-ground issues and risks in the journey of value creation! daytonconsulting.com

Jennifer Dean ('93)

Dean’s Professional ServicesDean’s Professional Services is national, award-winning staffing, staff development and consulting company. We provide temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. From inception, we have provided staffing services to the healthcare industry, but have since branched out to provide staffing solutions to the food and environmental, information technology, administrative, finance, and professional industries. deansprofessionalservices.com

Rick Walla ('74) *

Delta Refractories, Inc.Established in 1971, Delta Refractories, Inc. is a leading manufacturer/distributor over a wide range of refractory maintenance materials for the metals & chemical process industries.deltarefractories.com

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Our tours are open to anyone, so if you have family or friends you enjoy traveling with, please feel free to invite them to join you on these once-in-a-lifetime experiences. When you travel with Cougars on Tour a portion of your tour price will come back to the UH Alumni Association, helping our organization fund scholarships, events and programs. We hope you will take advantage of one or more of the wonderful travel opportunities in the coming year. To learn more visit: houstonalumni.com/travel

WITH COUGARS ON TOUR!Travel

GREAT TRAINS & GRAND CANYONSMarch 8 – 13, 2020 | $2,945 per person

Experience a combination of American West highlights

with scenery of Grand Canyon national Park and the

red rocks of Sedona. Visit Native American history at

the Montezuma Castle National Monument, experience

the Old West nostalgia of two train rides, and 5 nights

at a beautiful resort in Sedona, Arizona.

HIGHLIGHTED TOURS

ANCIENT GREECE October 8 – 16, 2020 | From $4,695 per person

An unparalleled nine-day Aegean odyssey round trip

from Athens, Greece, aboard the exclusively chartered,

Five-Star small ship Le Bougainville. Visit serene

Meteora, historic, mythological Delos, Mykonos,

Pátmos, Rhodes, stunning Santorini, Mycenae and

Epidaurus—islands steeped in myth and history.

UPCOMING TOURSRose Parade New Year’s December 30, 2019 – January 4, 2020

Accent on Africa January 19 – February 3, 2020

Legends to Lagoons March 15 – 25, 2020

The Masters April 8 – 11, 2020

Cloisters of Culture April 28 – May 9, 2020

The Kentucky Derby April 29 – May 3, 2020

Swiss Alps & The Italian Lakes May 27 – June 5, 2020

Exotic Egypt for Young Alumni May 31 – June 7, 2020

Portugal Adventures for Young Alumni June 20 – 28, 2020

Circumnavigation of Iceland June 28 – July 6, 2020

The Great Journey through Europe July 18 – 28, 2020

Albuquerque Balloon Festival October 9 – 14, 2020

Rivieras of France, Italy and Spain October 10 – 18, 2020

Paris – Art, Culture & People October 17 – 25, 2020

Secrets of Indochina for Young Alumni October 17 – 25, 2020

Holiday Markets Cruise – The Festive Rhine River December 11 – 19, 2020


Michael Dyson ('05)

Dyson Energy Group, LLC Dyson Energy is a privately-owned company focused on acquisition and development of upstream oil and gas assets. Founded in 2012, Dyson drives value by emphasizing efficient growth and a nuanced understanding of targeted assets.dysonenergy.com

Patricia Janki ('85)

E Care Medical GroupE Care Medical Group was founded in 1999 by Dr. Patricia Janki. Our Primary Care Group offers an integrated practice of General Adult Wellness & disease prevention. In addition, we offer Corporate Wellness and Home Health & Hospice.drjanki.com

Michael Graham ('99) *

Element Architects, LLCElement Architects brings our clients visions to reality from concept to completion. We specialize in education, multi-family, senior living and commercial retail/office mixed use developments.elementarchitects.com

Laura Bowen ('94) *

ExecuTeam | Team1Medical StaffingOperated since 1987, ExecuTeam/Team1Medical Staffing is a women owned full service staffing company specializing in administrative, accounting, executive search, human resources, healthcare and procurement professionals.executeam.com

Fadi Bayeh ('91, M.S. '94)

Executive IT Help, Inc.Executive IT Help is Houston’s premier Managed IT Services Provider that offers full IT Support, Technology Consulting, and IT Security services to businesses and organizations in the Houston, Pasadena, Galveston, Katy, Sugar Land, La Porte, Webster, Clear Lake, Texas City, Conroe and surrounding areas.executiveithelp.com

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Business to Business DirectoryStarting in 2020, we will launch a new Business to Business Directory to further promote Cougars doing business with Cougars. The directory will live online and be an easy reference guide to find Cougar businesses. Listings in the directory will be free for all Cougar 100 companies. There will be a minimal charge for other companies to be on the list. To be in the directory (and in the Cougar 100), companies must be Cougar-owned or led by Cougars:

· Cougar-owned means 50% or more owned by a Cougar or group of Cougars.· Cougar-led means a Cougar as CEO, President, Managing Partner or Chairman.· Cougar founded and founder still involved at senior level if not President or CEO.· The company must meet one of these criteria. It does not have to meet all three.

Look for more information coming on the Business to Business Directory. If you would like to include your company in the directory and are not already a Cougar 100 company, please contact Jarred Fancher at 713-743-7849 or by e-mail at [email protected].


Michael Sachs ('97) *

Galene FinancialGalene Financial is a full service wealth management that values clients who value integrity, expertise, and fee transparency. galenefinancial.com

Steve Goodman ('83, M.S. '85) *

Goodman Financial CorporationGoodman Financial is a 14 person fee-only, investment management and financial advisory firm. Our independent model and high ethical standards focus on keeping our clients’ goals as our top priority. GoodmanFinancial.com

Amanda Tullos ('03)

GreeNexus Consulting, LLCAt GreeNexus, we remove barriers to creating a built environment that maximizes the triple bottom line of economic value, social responsibility, and environmental impact. By offering a wide range of services for developers, property owners, designers, and general contractors, we provide equitable sustainability goals and solutions. greenexus.com

Allan Hensley Jr. ('03, M.ARCH '04) *Sherie Hensley ('98) *

H4 Architects and EngineersH4 Architects and Engineers provides full service architecture and MEP engineering. We strive to exceed client expectations and develop long lasting relationships.h4architects.com

Robert Brezina ('86, M.B.A. '87) *

Ham, Langston & Brezina, LLPHam, Langston & Brezina (“HL&B”) is ranked as the 15th largest accounting firm in the Houston area by the Houston Business Journal. Our team of approximately 100 employees is committed to providing quality and timely service for a reasonable fee. hlb-cpa.com

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Kent Hanszen ( J.D. '92)

Hanszen Laporte, LLPHanszen Laporte is an AV “Preeminent” Rated law firm. We partner with our clients to navigate a wide array of legal challenges, including a focused expertise in business, litigation, real estate, and criminal law matters.hanszenlaporte.com

Thomas Claytor ('91)

Houston Fence CompanyRecognized as the premier fence and access control provider for Houston and surrounding areas since 1952. Houston Fence Company, where our reputation is your guarantee.houstonfence.com

Mike Holley ('90) *

HR&PHR&P is a Houston based, HR administrative company, serving the needs of employers in all 50 states for over 20 years. HR&P provides comprehensive support for Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Compliance Counseling and Payroll Administration. HRP.net

Trevor Davis ('10, M.B.A. '13)

Hydra Offshore Construction, Inc.Hydra is your single source for reliable offshore & subsea construction. Our team oversees a variety of marine assets, including highly trained marine contractors, subsea engineers, equipment and vessels. hydraoc.com

Pamela O’Rourke ('95) *

ICON Information Consultants, LPICON is a human capital solutions provider offering innovative approaches to solve today’s business problems. We provide staffing, payrolling, Independent Contractor management, and Total Talent Community Management services to companies across the U.S. and Canada.iconconsultants.com

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Bauer College alumni are entrepreneurs and innovators,

transforming the way business is done across Houston

and the globe. At more than 60,000 strong, they lead

enterprises and build companies that fuel the economy

and boldly carve out new spaces in the business landscape.

Congratulations to this year’s Cougar 100 honorees,

including many Bauer alumni-owned businesses.

To learn more, visit bauer.uh.edu

Our Alumni Are Changing The Game


Coogs to theNthDegree

Banking to the Nth degree.

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Erin Applegate ('76)

Impac FleetImpac has been the expert source on fleet fuel card solutions for over a decade! We simplify your fleet management with tools, solutions, and expertise. We combine excellent customer service with solutions, tools and expertise to create the perfect product for your company’s needs. impacfleet.com

Alex Massa ('02)

Initech AppraisalsInitech Appraisals is a Texas-based firm which provides a full range of residential appraisal services in the Houston, Austin and San Antonio market areas. We employ the best trained staff of Certified appraisers in Texas who are dedicated to upholding the highest code of ethics and professionalism.initechappraisals.com

Gary Longbotham ('73) *

J. Tyler J.Tyler is a leading award winning supplier of workplace furnishings. As our first priority we specialize in consulting with and assisting organizations in producing efficient workspaces, providing the appropriate furnishings, and services that will enable you to operate more profitably.jtyler.com

Gustavo Suarez ('18)

JPGJPG is a Bookkeeping, Payroll & Tax platform that provides collaborative interaction between small business owners & our accounting professionals in the state of Texas. jpgteam.com

Avi Katz ('97)

Katz CoffeeAll coffees are not created equally. Our roastmasters aspire to bring you the best flavors and aromas from high-quality, hand-picked arabica coffee beans. Each coffee is unique and delicious.www.katzcoffee.com

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David Marrs ('89, '89) *

Kodiak Gas Services, LLCThe largest privately-held compression services provider in the world.www.kodiakgas.com

Katy Caldwell ('78) *

Legacy Community HealthLegacy Community Health is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Texas, offering primary and specialty care at 35 locations across Houston, Baytown, Deer Park and Beaumont. Legacy has been a United Way agency since 1990.www.legacycommunityhealth.org

Cindy Lewis ('93) *

Lewis Jewelers, Inc.Lewis Jewelers has served the greater Houston area for over 37 years, and we proudly offer an array of world-renown luxury jewelry and timepiece lines, and an extensive luxury bridal and diamond selection. lewisusa.com

Paul Furrh ( J.D. '78)

Lone Star Legal AidLone Star Legal Aid provides legal assistance to persons financially unable to afford legal assistance in 77 East Texas Counties and 4 counties in Arkansas. Our staff includes 147 attorneys and 184 support personnel. lonestarlegal.blog

Brent Longnecker ('77, M.B.A. '79)

Longnecker & AssociatesLongnecker & Associates is a nationally recognized compensation and corporate governance consulting firm specializing in executive compensation, incentive plan design, governance advisory, litigation support, and restructuring services for public, private and non-profit companies.longnecker.com

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“APS IS THE LEADER IN PORTABLE POWER SYSTEMS, TENTS, EVENT RENTALS &

PRODUCTION IN THE GREATER HOUSTON AREA”• Tents • Generators • Tables / Chairs • Fencing

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Marcos Ayala ('06)Edward Ayala ('11)

Marcos AC & Heating, Inc.We specialize in indoor air quality and comfort through the service repair and installation of air purification, air conditioning and heating equipment. marcosac.com

Mark McDaniel ('79)

McDaniel and Cullen Consulting“Data is the New Donuts.” Best-in-Class Supply Chain organizations are highly analytical, commercially astute, and driven by fact-based decision making. M+C has the capability to partner with your organization to develop Supply Chain strategies that will impact your overarching business objectives.mcdanielcullen.com

Jake Donaldson (M.ARCH '06) *

Method Architecture Method Architecture is an ego-free architecture and interior design firm focused on industrial, retail, office, public and brewery/distillery projects. Method Architecture is a certified HUB and MBE with offices in Houston, Austin, and Dallas. methodarchitecture.com

Nelson Cisneros ('06)

Metro Grease Rendering, LLCMetro Grease collects and refines used cooking oils from the Houston area for the use in renewable energy such as bio-diesel, or for the use in products such as lubricants, animal feed, soaps or cosmetics. metrogrease.com

Shail Sinhasane ('09)

Mobisoft Infotech, LLCMobisoft Infotech is a mobile app development company. We partner with businesses of all sizes to build, improve and scale products across platforms combining design, engineering and innovation to make our clients successful.mobisoftinfotech.com

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Marsha Murray (FS '78)

Murray ResourcesMurray Resources is an award-winning, recruiting and staffing firm with its headquarters in Houston’s Energy Corridor. The company has eight Houston locations and four additional locations throughout the U.S. Recruiting specialties include: Accounting, Administrative, Finance, Engineering, IT, Human Resources, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Marketing, Operations, and Sales.murrayresources.com

Jason Whittington ('79) *Jon Silberman (FS) *

NAI PartnersNAI Partners is the 5th-largest Houston-Area Commercial Real Estate Brokerage, the #1 Mover of Square Feet among leasing and sales brokerages, the largest independently owned and among the largest owner-operated commercial real estate firms in Houston, Texas.naihouston.com

Jennifer Nash ('93)

Nash Industries, Inc.Nash Industries is a woman owned and operated business specializing in new construction and building modifications for commercial and institutional organizations in Houston, Texas and surrounding areas since 1999. nashindustriesinc.com

Gordon Doran ('98)

Natran Green Pest ControlWe provide commercial and residential green pest control. natran.com

Vincent Biondillo ('01)

Norhill RealtyNorhill Realty is a Houston Realtor serving the Inner Loop and near town properties. At Norhill, we are focused on blending the best in marketing and real estate technology with old school sales techniques.norhillrealty.com

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Michael Till ('91)

PCS Software, Inc.For over 20 years PCS Software has been the only provider of Transportation Management Software that addresses the Full Truckload, LTL, and International segments for both carrier’s and freight brokers. pcssoft.com

Austin Elrod ('11)

Pest ForcePest Force is a full service commercial and residential pest control company. We also service accounts for mosquitos, wildlife, termites, and all other pests. Pest Force operates in greater Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin and San Antonio. pestforcepestcontrol.com

Steven Schultz ('80) *

PhiloWilke PartnershipArchitectural firm specializing in creating healing environments that promote advancements in health through purposeful design. Dedicated to healthcare, and health science our designs are responsive to our clients’ needs and are adaptable to their future vision. pwarch.com

John Keliehor ('88)

Process Solutions Int’l.PSI supports all areas of liquid and solids treatment processes ranging from environmental remediation and oilfield drilling throughout the world. Since 1991, our focus in providing quality equipment and service has been our number one priority worldwide. psimax2000.com

Billy Leavings ('01)

QualTech AutomotiveAutomotive Repair (Mechanical)QualTechAuto.com

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Ron Rand ('89)

Rand Group, LLCRand Group is a professional services firm that helps businesses achieve greatness through digital transformation. Our commitment to strategic partnerships and proven methodologies empowers our clients to reach business success.randgroup.com

Richard Westbrook ('99, M.B.A. '02, M.H.M. '02, M.S. '07) *

Revenew International, LLCRevenew is a consulting firm specializing in Cost Recovery and Cost Containment services. In its 20-year, Revenew has successfully performed thousands of engagements, generating more than one billion dollars in revenue for our clients.revenew.net

Michael Dishberger (M.B.A. '93) *

Sandcastle HomesSandcastle Homes is a residential homebuilder in Houston’s Inner Loop neighborhoods. Since 1995, Sandcastle has been offering quality construction, competitive prices and outstanding service to all their customers. sandcastlehouston.com

Benjamin Uhl (O.D. '08)

Sergeant Bluff Eye CareAt Sergeant Bluff Eye Care, our vision is to provide the best eye care and the best customized eye care experience in the region.sergeantbluffeyecare.com

James Pee ('96)

SharpEcho, LLCIT consulting and recruiting.sharpecho.com

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David Tusa ('82) *

SharpsA leading, comprehensive provider of medical, pharmaceutical and hazardous waste and recycling services to healthcare medical device and retail markets. www.sharpsinc.com

James Ontra ('94)

Shufflrr, LLCShufflrr is the next evolution in presentation management, enabling the creation of new PowerPoint presentations from all types of files including video, MS Office files, PDFs, images and of course, PowerPoint.Shufflrr.com

Robert De los Santos ('10)

Sky High Party RentalsSky High Party Rentals rents out inflatable entertainment, offering everything from moonwalks and mechanical sharks to giant inflatable coliseums. The company seeks out unique party rentals that no other company offers in its area, in an effort to inspire kids and parents to use their imaginations. skyhighpartyrentals.com

Darrell Haun ('93, M.B.A. '99)

Solarcraft, Inc.Solarcraft engineers and manufactures high quality Solar and UPS systems to power, shelter, and deploy critical field electronics and automation mainly for the oil & gas industry. solarcraft.net

Andrew DeBarbieris ('06, M.B.A. '11) *

Spark LightingSpark Lighting provides turnkey lighting services for commercial and industrial clients across Texas. We specialize in the assessment, design, and installation of LED lighting. Our focus is on enhancing property value through illumination and energy savings.sparklighting.com

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Dianne Appolito (M.S.W. '82)Dana Debes (M.S.W. '82)

Stone Creek Psychotherapy and WellnessFor over 15 years, our devoted team of therapists have assisted clients with compassion and the spirit of collaboration in an extensive range of personal and relational struggles.stonecreektherapy.com

Andrew Gardener (CS '02)

Tanglewood Legacy Advisors, LLCUtilizing over 100 years of combined experience, Tanglewood Legacy Advisors is retained by Houston’s successful families and private business owners to build and preserve their legacies. family-cfo.com

Kristi Koncaba ('97, M.A. UHCL '05) Kenny Koncaba ('90, '90)

Texan BankTexan Bank is a Houston-based, independent community bank. Breaking from this age of constant disruption, the bank believes its business is still about people serving people, and doing the right thing for the customers and community. texanbank.com

Laith Daik ('94, '94) *

Texas Loan Star, Inc.We are a direct mortgage lender located in the Heights. We offer Conventional, FHA, VA, Jumbo, Portfolio, Renovation, and Constructions loans. We work hard to make the dream of owning a home or refinancing to a lower rate our top priority. texasloanstar.com

Thomas O’Neal ('75)

Thayer O’Neal Company, LLCThayer O’Neal Company, LLC is an entrepreneurial, full service CPA firm with an expert team of CPAs. Our team is multilingual and multicultural with over 200 years experience. Located in the Greater Houston area and accessible to clients all over the world. Thayer O’Neal is a PCAPB registered firm.thayeroneal.com

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George Haddad ('82) *

The French CornerOpened in 1985, The French Corner is a multi-faceted, well-respected, family-owned, and growing culinary business. At our signature location, you will find The French Corner Restaurant, The French Corner Catering, The French Corner Bakery, and a walk-in/take-out area that offers a variety of ready-to-go foods, including our very popular boxed meals and desserts. thefrenchcorner.com

Howard Lorch ('67, M.Ed. '68) *

The Lorch Group of Wells Fargo AdvisorsWe specialize in wealth management, estate planning, investments, insurance, mortgages and philanthropic endeavors.fa.wellsfargoadvisors.com/the-lorch-group

Robert Hilliker ('06, M.S.W. '09)

The Lovett CenterThe Lovett Center opened in 2014 out of the desire to provide clients with comprehensive treatment options through a community of therapists situated in a welcoming, centrally-located space. Since opening, the Lovett Center has served over 6,000 individuals and currently serves more than 2,500 Houstonians monthly. thelovettcenter.com

Anita Perez-Valdez ('03)

TopSpot Internet MarketingTopSpot is a web design, development and search engine marketing firm based in Houston, Texas. We specialize in providing online marketing solutions that generate quality leads for the businesses we work with across the US. topspot.com

Joseph Dorsey ('94) *

Triad Retail Construction, Inc.Triad Construction is a nationwide, full-service commercial general contractor. Founded by University of Houston Alumni Jay Dorsey and Hernan Morales in 2008, Triad has experienced steady growth through excellent customer service, innovation and integrity.triadrc.com

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Trey Wilkinson ('92, M.B.A. '02) *

Trinity Legacy Partners, LLCTrinity Legacy Partners, LLC is a private wealth management company in Houston. We provide fee-based, dynamic investment management and financial planning services for our clients. trinitylegacy.com

Dinesh Isaac (M.B.A. '12)

TriOpz ConsultingHR operations, application development and IT infrastructure management are the three major key business activities in SVMT, Inc.svmtinc.us

Ronnie Bradshaw ('86)

TrueRisk Advisors, LLCTrueRisk Advisors is an independent insurance agency servicing the franchise auto, truck and motorcycle dealer. Handling the insurance needs of over 300 dealers, TrueRisk is the largest independent provider in the nation in this marketplace. trueriskadvisors.com

Robert Gabel ('93) *

Tubular LabsTubular is the new, global media measurement standard for the digital video era. tubularlabs.com

James Willi (M.B.A. '89, LL.M. '05)

Union Properties, LLCProperty management company.

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Francis Przestrzelski ('78) *

United Sales & Services, LLCA Food Brokerage Companyunitedsalesservices.com

Jim Penn ('78) *

Whitley PennWhitley Penn is a public accounting firm that provides tax, audit, consulting, risk advisory, transaction advisory, wealth management, and forensic, litigation and valuation services to public and private companies domestically and internationally.whitleypenn.com

James Willi (M.B.A. '89, LL.M. '05)

Willi Law Firm, P.C.We are a full-service estate planning and elder law firm working to provide peace of mind to our clients and their families. atxelderlaw.com

Willis Johnson ('80) *

Willis Johnson & AssociatesWillis Johnson & Associates is a wealth management firm that specializes in helping corporate professionals with their financial planning needs. Our thorough understanding of the transitions in our clients’ corporate lives allows us to accompany and guide them on their financial journey to retirement and beyond. wjohnsonassociates.com

Deepak Khosla (M.S. '84) *

X-ISSHigh Performance Clusters are complex ‘Super Computers’ used to solve the world’s toughest problems. X-ISS provides unique Management and Analytics Solutions to the High Performance Computing (HPC) industry through software and services.x-iss.com

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