Thomas Reese is a reclusive businessman developing the Amata AeroPark in Bangkok, Thailand. He is a devotee of Samartha Meditation. Mr. Reese spends his winters in Bangkok and his summers at Sudbury, Vermont. Gary Pederson is an eccentric financial investor and collector. Mr. Pederson is a world-class tennis player, competing in matches in the USA and Europe. He spends his time at homes in Scottsdale, Arizona and Avila Beach, California.