| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Charles Sprinkle |
Vice President for Legal Affairs | Profile |
Yelena Trepetin |
General Counsel, Senior Associate | Profile |
Angela Wishon |
Vice President, Research Compliance and Administration | Profile |
Matthew Fowler |
Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel | Profile |
Yokogawa Electric Corporation is a global leader in measurement, control, and information technologies. Founded in 1915 in Tokyo, Japan, the company began as a small laboratory focused on producing instruments that were primarily imported at the time. Today, Yokogawa operates in 60 countries and employs over 17,365 people, with a significant presence in North America. The company offers a diverse range of products and services, including measurement instruments, advanced control solutions for industrial automation, and information technologies for data management and analysis. Yokogawa serves various industries such as energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food, helping clients tackle complex production and operations management challenges. Their commitment to quality, innovation, and societal contribution guides their operations and partnerships with customers.
TruStone Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative based in Plymouth, Minnesota. Founded in 1939 by eight educators, it has grown to become Minnesota’s second-largest credit union, serving members across Minnesota and Wisconsin through 13 branches. The credit union emphasizes financial education, reflecting its origins as a teachers credit union, and operates under a "For Life" philosophy that prioritizes long-term relationships with members and community prosperity. TruStone offers a range of services, including digital banking for account management, loans for auto, mortgage, and personal needs, as well as credit cards and investment products. It also provides business solutions such as commercial lending and business account services. The TruStone Foundation promotes financial literacy through partnerships and scholarship programs, supporting youth education in the community. The credit union continues to grow through strategic mergers and technological investments, enhancing its member services and operational efficiency.
Clinton Community College (CCC) is a two-year community college located in Clinton, Iowa, founded in 1946. Initially serving veterans returning from World War II, CCC is part of the Eastern Iowa Community Colleges system. The college offers a range of educational programs, including Associate in Arts/College Transfer Classes, Career Technology Programs, and Continuing Education courses aimed at personal and professional development. The main campus is situated at 1000 Lincoln Boulevard, with additional facilities including the CCC Technology Center and the Maquoketa Center, which provide various educational opportunities. CCC also has intercollegiate athletics, featuring mens basketball and womens volleyball teams known as the Cougars. The Paul B. Sharar Foundation supports the college by providing scholarships and funding for students and faculty, enhancing the educational experience at CCC. The college is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, ensuring high educational standards.
NFW is a circularity platform for plastic-free performance materials. NFW follows three Ground Rules in everything we develop: start well, stay clean, end well. While nearly everything in the built world relies on some type of plastic that began as crude oil and that will become plastic pollution, we are establishing a new material reality. We believe all materials should begin and end as nutrients, ready for the next growth cycle—true circularity. Our multi-material platform serves a wide range of industries—from fashion and footwear to automotive and upholstery. NFW technology embeds seamlessly into existing supply chains, enabling the worlds most iconic brands to design and scale products with high-performance, plastic-free materials. NFW makes global brands more sustainable, empowering them to create without plastics. Alongside the boldest brands and visionary designers, we are pioneering a naturally circular, post-oil economy.
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is the international governing body of the sport of badminton, recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). It was originally the International Badminton Federation (IBF) which was founded on 5 July, 1934, before being rechristened the Badminton World Federation in 2006. The purpose and objectives of BWF include regulating, promoting, developing and popularising the sport of badminton throughout the world and organising, conducting and presenting international events at the highest level. The BWFs vision is to make badminton a leading global sport accessible to all – giving every child a chance to play for life. Its mission is to lead and inspire all stakeholders; to deliver entertainment through exciting events to drive fan experience; and to create innovative, impactful and sustainable development initiatives. BWF has its headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with 194 Member Associations worldwide. Poul-Erik Høyer is the BWF President and Thomas Lund is the BWF Secretary General.