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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.
Nobu, the world-renowned Japanese restaurant recognized for pioneering a new-style Japanese cuisine, started as a business partnership in 1994 between Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and his partners, Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro, producer Meir Teper, and restaurateur Drew Nieporent. Originating in New York as the flagship restaurant, the Nobu brand is now an empire that spans five continents with over 40 restaurants and growing. Following the success of the restaurants, Nobu Hospitality opened the first Nobu Hotel in 2013 in Las Vegas and today has 13 hotels open with several more in development.
Unified Door & Hardware Group is a prominent distributor and service provider of commercial doors, hardware, and building specialties, located in Pennsauken, New Jersey. Established in 2013 from the merger of Commercial Hardware and TruFit, the company operates 31 locations nationwide and employs around 1,000 people, generating $92 million in revenue. In September 2024, it was acquired by Foundation Building Materials. The company offers a wide range of products and services across various construction divisions. This includes commercial doors and hardware, building specialties like bathroom partitions and fire protection, and access control systems. Unified Door & Hardware Group also provides custom fabrication, project management, professional engineering services, and installation for both new construction and aftermarket projects. They cater to diverse sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, government, and retail, working closely with contractors, developers, and building owners. Their extensive industry experience and commitment to personalized service set them apart in the market.
Mechanics is a Ohio-based community bank that offers services including personal and business banking, trust, mortgages and loans for individuals and businesses.