Neal Okarter

NBD Nanotechnologies, Inc. provides nanotechnology based solutions for commercial partners. It develops surface and thin film coatings that enhance heat transfer through condensation, fog capture and de-misting, and anti-scaling performance. It also engages in developing water generators that capture potable moisture from the atmosphere. The company was founded by Miguel-Angel Galvez and Deckard Sorensen in 2012 and is headquartered in Lexington, MA.

Digi-Key Corp. distributes electronic components. It also distributes semiconductors, discrete, electromechanical parts. Its products include audio products, batteries, cable assemblies, capacitors, computer & video accessories, connectors, crystals & oscillators, discrete semiconductor products and many more. The company was founded by Ronald A. Stordahl in 1972 and is headquartered in Thief River Falls, MN.

The University of St. Thomas is an institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The private company is based in St. Paul, MN. It offers over 150 undergraduate majors and minors, as well as graduate programs in various fields such as business, engineering, law, education, social work, and arts and humanities. The University of St. Thomas was founded in 1885 by John Ireland.

Copernic Catalysts, Inc. designs novel catalysts for zero-carbon chemicals and e-fuels. The company is based in Cambridge, MA. The company was founded by Jacob E. Grose, Aruna Ramkrishnan. Jacob E. Grose has been the CEO since incorporation.