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Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc. designs and manufactures structural connectors and other construction products. It manufactures steel connectors for wood; concrete and masonry that help keep buildings standing. The firm's reinforcement products include anchors, angles, bases, caps, connectors, fasteners, hangers and holdowns. The company was founded by Barclay Simpson in 1956 and is headquartered in Pleasanton, CA.

American Conservatory Theater provides both classical and contemporary theater productions. It nurtures the art of live theater through dynamic productions, intensive actor training in its conservatory, and an ongoing dialogue with its audience and community. The company was founded by William Ball in 1965 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Illuminate Management LLC (Illuminate Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2009 by Cindy B. Padnos. The firm is headquartered in Oakland, California.

Iris Automation, Inc. develops computer vision systems that can make unmanned aerial vehicles, and eventually other robotics and vehicles, truly autonomous. The company was founded by Alexander Harmsen and James Howard and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

CHG Group, Inc. provides metal coating services. The company was is headquartered in Dulles, VA.

Part of Seagate Technology Holdings Plc, Seagate Federal, Inc. creates data-management solutions for federal agencies. The company is based in Herndon, VA. Seagate Federal's highly secure, top-performing, and affordable data management solutions utilize a robust supply chain of components, storage devices, and file systems. The company's proven technology adheres to strict government mandates while spearheading advancements in the field of security.

Vistage International, Inc. engages in the provision of human resources consulting services. It offers executive leadership programs and business coaching to chief executives and business leaders. It also provides chief executive leadership, small business training, key executive coaching, trusted advisor executive, and inside leadership development programs. The company was founded in 1957 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics provides services in the field of aeronautical engineering & publishes technical journals. The company provides services such as publications & papers, courses & training and conferences & events. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Reston, VA.

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is a monthly e-publication dedicated to helping its members and the 9.1 million-plus women entrepreneurs across the country to power their “whole professional you”—in their business, in their lifestyle, and in their community. The non-profit company is based in McLean, VA. Teana McDonald has been the CEO of the company since 2012. The Circle is an ever-evolving national program designed specifically for premier members who own larger businesses that exceed $1 million in annual revenue. This program offers exceptional connections, access, and learning opportunities above and beyond membership.

Council on Foreign Relations, Inc. provides and disseminates ideas on foreign policies to individuals, corporate members, journalists and policy makers. It operates a forum for government officials, students and other interested parties to study and discuss world issues and impact on American foreign policies. The company publishes Foreign Affairs, a magazine that comes out six times a year, along with books and studies by its own scholars. Council on Foreign Relations was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

SpiderOak, Inc. engages in provision of cloud-based data management software. Its products include One, Groups, Enterprise, Semaphor and Encryptr. The company was founded by Alan Fairless and Ethan Oberman in 2007 and is headquartered in Northbrook, IL.

Bellatore Financial, Inc. (Bellatore) is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Pleasant Hill, California. The firm was founded by Al Steele in 2007 and is principally owned by Bella Fund Holdings, Inc. Bellatore provides asset management services to select financial advisory businesses across the US.

QuakeFinder LLC operates as a humanitarian research project of aerospace engineering firm. It develops technology for the detection and analysis of electromagnetic earthquake precursors to produce earthquake forecasts based on sound scientific theory and practice. The company was founded by Tom Bleier and Celeste Volz Ford in 1999 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

Stellar Solutions, Inc. provides aerospace engineering products and services. It offers system engineering and system integration, cyber security, strategic planning, program management, technical training and technology application development services. The company was founded by Celeste Volz Ford in 1995 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, CA.

Foundry Networks LLC manufactures switches, metro routers and Internet traffic management products for healthcare, financial services, universities, entertainment, government, technology enterprises, as well as metro and internet service providers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered insane Jose, CA.

Stellar Ventures Management LLC (Stellar Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2021 by David Anderman. The firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California.

Google LLC engages in the operation of internet portal and search index website. It provides online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, and software solutions. The company was founded by Lawrence E. Page and Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin on September 4, 1998 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

Henkel US Operations Corp. engages in the manufacture and sale of laundry and home care, cosmetics and toiletries, and adhesive technologies. The company was founded on April 17, 1989 and is headquartered in Rocky Hill, CT.

The Network of Executive Women organizes events and learning programs for its members. The non-profit company is based in Houston, TX. Lisa P. Baird has been the CEO of the company since 2023.

Bay Microsystems, Inc. develops telecommunications systems and software. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in San Jose, CA.

Zero Corp. designs, manufactures, and integration of complex electronic enclosure systems. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in North Salt Lake, UT.

The Pacific Maritime Association is a leading gateway for waterborne trade with ports that play a vital role in the national and global economies. The non-profit company is based in Long Beach, CA, and is anchored by the southern port complex, which is the country's largest. The company's imports and exports include cars, clothing apparel, toys, heavy machinery, and consumer goods. PMA member companies make payments to fund collectively bargained fringe benefits and other industry obligations. The company negotiates labor agreements on behalf of its members, covering wages, employee benefits, and conditions of employment for workers employed at longshore, marine clerk, and walking boss/foreman jobs. PMA members employ more than 16,850 registered longshore workers at 29 ports from to Bellingham.