Sylvia Hackett

Hanson Ltd. supplies and distributes building materials to the construction industry. It produce aggregates, ready-mixed and precast concrete, asphalt, cement and cement-related materials, bricks and a range of building products. The firm is split into five business lines which include Hanson aggregates, Hanson concrete, Hanson asphalt and contracting, Hanson cement and Hanson building products. Hanson aggregates produces and distributes crushed rock, sand and gravel from a network of quarries, depots and wharves; Hanson concrete is the supplier of ready-mixed concrete; Hanson asphalt and contracting brings together management of asphalt production sites and a national road surfacing and infrastructure contracting business; Hanson cement is a manufacturer of Portland cement, both in bulk and in bags, and produces regen; and Hanson building products is one of the producers of clay bricks and also makes thermalite and aggregate blocks. The company was founded by James Edward Hanson and Gordon White in 1964 and is headquartered in Maidenhead, the United Kingdom.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Food Lion LLC owns and operates grocery stores. It operates supermarkets under the brand names of Food Lion, Bloom, Bottom Dollar, Harveys, and Reid's. The company was founded by Ralph Ketner, Brown Ketner, and Wilson Smith in 1957 and is headquartered in Salisbury, NC.

Encompass Group LLC manufacturers and markets of reusable textiles, professional apparel, therapeutic support surfaces, disposable and single use medical products to the healthcare industry. It offers safety products for DVT treatment & prevention, hypothermia prevention, environmental cleaning, fall prevention, infection prevention, safe patient handling and wound & skin care; comfort products for reusable textiles & apparel, nonwoven apparel & patient care, retail health care apparel, hospitality pillows & bedding and healthcare pillow. The firm?s services include clinical education and linen management. The company is headquartered in McDonough, GA.

Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP provides legal services. The private company is based in Raleigh, NC.

Founded in 2002 by Garland Tucker, Triangle Capital Partners LLC is a private equity firm located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is a subsidiary of Triangle Capital Corp. (NasdaqGS: TCAP)

Research Triangle Institute is a non-profit organization which provides research and development services. It offers surveys and data collection, statistics and data science, assessment and analysis, program design and implementation, and research technologies and analytical laboratory. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC.

BridgePoint, Inc. develops supply chain visibility and event management software. The company is headquartered in Cary, NC.

Dimensions Health Corp. provides healthcare services. It also provides services such as rehabilitation, behavioral health, cardiology, emergency medicine, senior care and pediatrics services. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Cheverly, MD.

The Chamber of Commerce of The United States of America provides information on how businesses can adapt their workforce development and management strategies to deal with the changing labor market. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Chamber of Commerce of The United States of America is the world's largest business organization, advocating, connecting, informing, and fighting for business growth and success. The American company was founded by Michael Scown, and Suzanne P. Clark has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare operates as a not-for-profit healthcare center. It services include eye care, robotic surgery, sleep disorder, home care, palliative care and imaging services. The company was founded on November 1, 2010 and is headquartered in Charleston, SC.

York Properties, Inc. is a real estate company that offers a wide range of services including commercial brokerage, property and asset management, association management, maintenance, construction, landscaping, security, and venue management. York Properties is based in Raleigh, NC and has affiliations and associations within the community. The private company has been in business for over 110 years and is currently managed by the fourth generation of family leadership. The company is focused on providing the best strategic advice to ensure great financial outcomes and minimize risk. The CEO of the company is George York.

UNC Health Care System owns and operates hospitals. It specializes in cancer care, heart and vascular care, and solid organ transplant. The company was founded in November 01, 1998 and is headquartered in Chapel Hill, NC.

National Defense Transportation Association operates as a non-political, non-profit educational association. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Alexandria, VA.

The North Carolina Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that serves as a Chamber of Commerce. The non-profit company is based in Raleigh, NC. The CEO of the company is S. Lewis Ebert.

Research Triangle Foundation is located in the Research Triangle Park (RTP), which is the largest research park in the United States. The RTP is located in Raleigh, NC, which was historically a southern economy dependent on tobacco, textiles, and furniture manufacturing. The park houses hundreds of companies, including science and technology firms, government agencies, academic institutions, startups, and nonprofits. The foundation offers meeting and office spaces, educational opportunities, and networking events. However, the area has since become a hub for innovation and technology, attracting a highly educated workforce.

Daly Seven, Inc. operates as a hotel management company. It specializes in hospitality, hotel construction, and hotel design. It operates Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Hyatt brands. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Greensboro, NC.

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals is a professional association that has been dedicated to advancing and disseminating research and knowledge on supply chain management for 60 years. The non-profit company is based in Lombard, IL. With over 8,500 members from 65 countries, representing nearly all industry sectors, government, and academia, the organization provides networking opportunities, cutting-edge research, and professional educational opportunities.

The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that provides resources and support to small businesses in the Raleigh, NC area. The non-profit company's services include tax assistance and a small business resource guide.

Methodist Home for Children provides social services. The non-profit company is based in Philadelphia, PA. The company was founded in 1879. The CEO is Anne Rice-Burgess.

Triangle Capital Corp. is a private equity investment arm of Triangle Capital Corp. (NasdaqGS: TCAP) founded in 2006 at Raleigh, North Carolina. Triangle is an internally-managed business development company that provides customized financing solutions for lower middle-market companies throughout the US.

Rex Health Ventures LLC (Rex Health Ventures) is a venture capital subsidiary of Rex Strategic Innovations founded in 2012. The firm is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

UCI Health is an academic health system located in Orange, CA. The private company is committed to transparency about their services and costs, providing answers to questions about healthcare prices. The company has a comprehensive list of retail charges for both inpatient and outpatient hospital procedures and services. UCI Health is dedicated to recruiting, developing, and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce. The company is a team of nationally regarded physicians and nurses, researchers and clinicians, educators and students united by a single calling—to improve the lives of the people in and beyond. UCI Health is eligible for the government’s 340b program, which requires pharmaceutical companies to supply outpatient drugs to qualifying healthcare organizations at significantly reduced prices.