| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Bryan Knight |
Director of Information Systems | Profile |
American Business Development Corporation (ABD) helps B2B service providers build scalable, high-impact business development (BD) operations. We specialize in structuring BD strategies, aligning marketing and outreach efforts, and securing key partnerships to drive growth. Whether through a customized Business Development Plan®, implementing BD processes, or serving as an outsourced BD team, ABD ensures companies have the tools, strategy, and execution needed to expand their client pipeline and increase revenue. ABD was founded on the belief that business development is built on relationships, not automation. We dont rely on spam emails or impersonal outreach. Instead, we focus on strategic engagement, tailored messaging, and real human connections to generate high-quality leads and long-term partnerships. Our expertise spans industries such as life sciences, medical devices, professional services, and international trade, helping companies break into new markets and optimize BD functions. For companies expanding into the U.S. market, ABD provides outsourced BD solutions, acting as a dedicated U.S.-based BD team. We represent companies at key industry conferences, execute outreach on partnering platforms, conduct meetings, and manage post-conference follow-up—ensuring that warm, engaged leads are seamlessly transferred to the clients internal team. This eliminates costly international travel while maximizing business development opportunities. ABD also supports export strategies, helping companies expand into foreign markets through strategic partnerships, trade mission planning, and regulatory alignment. With over 20 years of international economic development experience, we connect businesses with high-value clients and funding opportunities through government agencies, accelerators, and industry leaders. At ABD, we dont just generate leads—we build long-term, sustainable BD operations that drive growth beyond our engagement.
OakStar Bank strives to prove each day that banking can and should be a joyful and fun experience. By creating a unique work culture that is rooted and cultivated throughout every aspect of the bank, OakStar team members love what they do, love the people they work with, and love serving the community. The banks commitment to their values and their culture has resulted in the creation of a uniquely new banking experience that is comfortable, warm, and completely relationship based… ultimately a place where customers look forward to going. OakStar Banks passion is to create a positive difference for its customers and leave a long-lasting legacy in the community.
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions supplies the industrys widest range of clean water solutions for drinking water, hygiene and sustainable water management. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Zurn Elkay works with customers around the globe to deliver products and systems that enhance and ensure water quality, safety, hygiene, flow control and conservation. From healthcare to hospitality, education to retail and residential to office facilities, we pride ourselves on meeting specialized needs for every market, focusing on quality, reliability, quick installation and easy maintenance. Our values of Continuous Improvement, Integrity in Everything We Do, Customer First, Culture of Winning, and Total Associate Engagement serve as our drive to achieve world-class safety, quality, delivery, cost and growth now and in the future. In everything we do, we are sustainably inspired. We work to make our communities better with volunteerism and philanthropy, and support diversity, equity and inclusion inside and outside our walls. We seek to uphold our promise to the planet every day by providing sustainable water management solutions.
DuBois Chemicals, Inc. is a prominent specialty chemical supplier with a history that dates back to 1920. Based in Hamilton, Ohio, the company is dedicated to providing innovative and economical solutions across various industries. DuBois focuses on delivering custom chemical solutions that enhance efficiency and reliability in industrial processes, emphasizing customer satisfaction and sustainability. The company offers a diverse product portfolio that includes cleaning and process solutions for general manufacturing, specialized chemicals for the pulp and paper industry, transportation cleaning solutions, and water treatment chemicals. With a significant facility in Cincinnati, Ohio, DuBois employs over 150 staff members, including scientists and customer service representatives, and has a strong sales team of over 400 representatives serving customers throughout North America. DuBois Chemicals demonstrates financial strength with revenues ranging from $100 million to $1 billion, allowing for continued investment in research and development.