Joan Aubrey

The Black & Decker Corp. manufactures power tools, electric lawn and garden tools, hardware and home improvement products. The firm has been setting the standard for innovation and design of power tools, accessories, outdoor yard care equipment, home cleaning products, automotive and lighting products, hardware and other home improvement products. The company was founded by S. Duncan Black and Alonzo G. Decker Sr. in 1910 and is headquartered in Towson, MD.

General Electric Capital Corp. provides financial products and services. Its services include commercial loans and leases, fleet management, financial programs, credit cards, personal loans, and other financial services. The firm’s solutions include energy finance and aviation finance. The company was founded in 1943 and is headquartered in Norwalk, CT.

ASDA Group Ltd. owns and operates groceries. It offers wide selection of consumable products, furniture, men's and women's clothing, kids and baby’s apparel, contact lenses, and glasses, mobile and tyres items, prints and photo. The company was founded on October 27, 1978 and is headquartered in Leeds, the United Kingdom.

Distributed Energy Systems Corp. develops advanced technology related to hydrogen production and fuel cell applications. It operates through two subsidiaries, Proton Energy Systems, Inc. and Northern Power Systems, Inc. Proton is engaged in designing, developing, selling and manufacturing on-site hydrogen gas delivery systems. Northern has a range of businesses, including the design and sale of power generation equipment, engineering, procurement and construction of distributed power systems, the design and sale of direct drive wind turbines, and the servicing of fossil fuel power generation equipment. Distributed Energy Systems was founded on May 19, 2003 and is headquartered in Wallingford, CT.

Vermont Transco LLC offers electric power distribution. The company was founded on June 30, 2006 and is headquartered in Rutland, VT.

RSC Holdings III LLC operates as an equipment rental provider. It operates through an integrated network of rental locations across ten regions in U.S. states and three Canadian provinces and service customers primarily in the industrial or non-construction, and construction markets. The firm rents a broad selection of equipment, primarily to industrial or non-construction related companies, and construction companies, ranging from large equipment such as backhoes, forklifts, air compressors, scissor lifts, aerial work platform booms and skid-steer loaders to smaller items such as pumps, generators, welders and electric hand tools. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ.

L.L. Bean, Inc. provides apparel, outdoor equipment and advice. The firm?s products include for men, women, kids, footwear, outdoor gear, hunting and fishing, luggage, home, and outdoor school. The company was founded by Leon Leonwood Bean in 1912 and is headquartered in Freeport, ME.

American Cancer Society, Inc. provides information on cancer occurrence, survival, prevention, early detection, and treatment. The non-profit company is based in Kennesaw, GA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company's SHES department is an intramural research program with world-renowned epidemiologists and health scientists. The company was founded in 1913 by Candy Arrington. Karen E. Knudsen has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Beretta USA Corp. manufactures and distributes firearms, accessories and apparel. The company provides shooting gear, such as hunting accessories and bags, competition accessories and bags, safety gear, soft cases, luggage, and hard cases; firearms, including field and competition shotguns, handguns, home protection long guns, premium shotguns, and rifles and carbines, as well as firearm accessories, such as choke tubes, stocks, and barrels; air guns; accessories, including pistols, shotguns, rifles and carbines, burris optics, gun care products, and tools; holsters; and knives and gifts. Beretta also offers jackets, sweaters and fleeces, vests, pants, shirts, polos, T-shirts, belts, scarves and ties, caps and hats, gloves, shoes and boots, and E-gift card certificates for men; and vests, polos, and caps and hats for women. The company was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Accokeek, MD.

The Retail Industry Leaders Association operates a membership organization for retailers. The non-profit company is based in Arlington, VA.

Autism Speaks, Inc. is an organization dedicated to advocating for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and their families. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY. The company aims to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism and advance research into better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. The company was founded by Robert C. Wright and Keith Andrew Wargo has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

The Alzheimer's Association is based in Chicago, IL and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Alzheimer's Association provides information and resources for Alzheimer's and other dementias. Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980. Joanne Pike has been the CEO of the company since 2016.

Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a business organization located in Lexington, KY. Commerce Lexington Inc. and its predecessor, the Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce, have been supporting the community since the mid-1990s. The non-profit company serves as a hub for healthcare, retail, and culture in Central Kentucky. The company provides resources for job seekers and entrepreneurs looking to start a business. The company works with partners to develop emerging leaders and expand their capacity to perform in leadership roles. The chamber of commerce has a long history in Lexington, dating back to 1797 when the Society for the first convened.

Northeast Public Power Association operates as a regional non-profit trade association serving and representing consumer-owned utilities in the Northeast. Its services include representation, training & education, communications, emergency coordination and networking. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Littleton, MA.

Delta-Montrose Electric Association is a rural electric cooperative that was incorporated in 1938 and is located in Montrose, CO. The private company serves 28,000 members in Montrose, Delta, and Gunnison counties and provides affordable, reliable, and safe electric service. The company is progressive and forward-thinking and offers various programs and services, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, and safety demonstrations. Delta-Montrose Electric Association also partners with local organizations to assist members with financial needs. The company's CEO is Jack Johnston, and the company serves approximately 34,000 meters and 29,000 members in southwest Colorado.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit membership organization is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. RTC is committed to enhancing the health of America's environment, transportation, economy, neighborhoods and people though a nationwide system of trails. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Temporaries Now, Inc. provides permanent and temporary placement services. It serves in government and commercial clients. The company was founded by Dale Abrams in 1989 and is headquartered in Annandale, VA.

SimQuest International LLC develops surgical simulation training systems. It develops biomedical simulators, serious games, and distributed learning applications to meet clients’ medical training needs. The firm’s expertise areas compass of surgical stimulation, data analysis and decision making modeling. The company was founded by Howard R. Champion in 2001 and is headquartered in Annapolis, MD.

Entrepreneurs' Organization enables entrepreneurs to learn and grow from each other leading to business success and personal life. The company was founded by Verne Harnish in 1987 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

Appalachian Trail Conservancy promotes natural resources preservation. It is a volunteer-based organization dedicated to the preservation and management of the natural, scenic, historic, and cultural resources associated with the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. The company was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in Harpers Ferry, WA.

National Association of Personnel Services operates as staffing industry educator. The company was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Dawsonville, GA.