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Purposeful Design is a Christian ministry that exists to help rebuild lives of individuals who have struggled with addiction, homelessness, incarceration and other obstacles; to equip them with valuable work skills; and to provide the gift of work (Genesis 2:15, Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 2:8-10).
Greater Iowa Credit Union (GICU) is a member-owned financial cooperative established in June 1932 by a group of Iowa State University employees. It has grown to serve over 36,000 members across a 33-county area in Central and Western Iowa, managing assets between $624 million and $667 million. GICU is federally insured and state-chartered, emphasizing its commitment to the financial well-being of its members and the communities it serves. GICU offers a range of financial services typical of credit unions, including banking services like checking and savings accounts, loans for personal, auto, and business needs, and possibly investment services. The credit union operates nine branch locations in cities such as Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines, providing localized service. GICU is also dedicated to community engagement, having received recognition as the Best Credit Union in Crawford County and Story County multiple times.
Brown & Brown is a prominent insurance brokerage firm based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with a history that dates back to 1939. Originally founded as Brown & Owen, the company has grown to become one of the largest insurance intermediaries globally and is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker BRO. It has been part of the S&P 500 since 2021 and has earned recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company since 2018. The company operates through four main business segments: Business Insurance, which offers tailored risk management solutions; Personal Insurance, providing coverage for high-net-worth individuals; Programs & Underwriting, managing niche insurance programs; and Wholesale Brokerage, serving as an intermediary for agents and carriers. Brown & Brown emphasizes a customer-focused approach and has achieved significant growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Its diverse service offerings cater to businesses, individuals, and insurance agents, reinforcing its position as a leader in the insurance industry.
ChromaScape is a specialty chemicals company based in Independence, Ohio, with a production facility in Stow. Founded in 1998, it has roots dating back to 1968. The company operates six manufacturing and distribution facilities across the U.S. and boasts over 100 years of combined expertise in colorant formulation and supply chain management. ChromaScape focuses on lean manufacturing, digital integration, and customer-centric processes to enhance quality and efficiency. ChromaScape offers a range of products, including colorants and additives for various industries. In landscaping, it provides Amerimulch® colored mulch and rubber/aggregate colorants. For packaging, it supplies Aquablak® aqueous carbon black dispersions and CEL Chemical adhesives for waterproof corrugated board. In construction, its Innotech® decorative concrete colorants and ChromaPave® asphalt sealcoat colorants are widely used. The company has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, enhancing its offerings in printing, packaging, and consumer specialties.
Modern management software for gyms, martial arts schools, yoga studios and membership clubs.