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Midland States Bank is a community-based financial institution with over a century of history. As a subsidiary of Midland States Bancorp, Inc., headquartered in Effingham, Illinois, the bank is dedicated to supporting local businesses and residents. The bank offers a wide range of financial services, including commercial banking tailored for local businesses, wealth management with a focus on financial planning and investment services, and personal banking solutions that cater to individual needs. Midland States Bank emphasizes a personalized approach, aiming to be a supportive partner for customers during important life events. With a commitment to teamwork and community support, Midland States Bank promotes sustainable practices and social responsibility through its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. The bank continues to evolve under the leadership of CEO Leon J. Holschbach, focusing on enhancing profitability and competitiveness in the financial sector.
Biesse Group is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of machinery, integrated systems, components, and software for processing various materials, including wood, glass, stone, plastic, and metal. Founded in 1969 in Pesaro, Italy, the company has grown into a multinational enterprise with around 4,400 employees and a presence in 12 industrial sites and 39 subsidiaries worldwide. Biesse is listed on the STAR segment of the Italian Stock Exchange and exports 90% of its production. The company offers a wide range of solutions, including CNC machining centers, drilling machines, and automated systems tailored for different materials. Biesse emphasizes innovation and sustainability, investing €14 million annually in research and development and holding over 200-250 patents. Its advanced technologies incorporate AI and IoT, supporting industries such as furniture, construction, automotive, aerospace, and shipbuilding. Biesse also provides training and demonstrations through its global network of showrooms and campuses.
Based in the Pacific Northwest of the United States, SSC North America is a hypercar manufacturer that specializes in limited production vehicles for elite clientele around the world. In 2007, the SSC Ultimate Aero, a high performance hypercar produced by SSC, legitimized the companys standing as a leading player in the worldwide hypercar market by officially becoming the "Worlds Fastest Production Car" as witnessed and recorded by Guinness World Records. The Ultimate Aero achieved an average two-way speed of 256.18 mph, making SSC one of only 26 manufactures in world history to hold this prestigious title. Today, SSC North America is in the late development stages of the next world record breaking hypercar, the Tuatara. With the Ultimate Aeros record setting achievements and the world renowned performance brought by the next generation Tuatara, SSC North America stands firmly as a great American hypercar company, and will continue to lead innovation in the hypercar market.
POLYWOOD is a leader in the outdoor furniture industry, known for creating products from recycled plastic materials. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Syracuse, Indiana, the company was the first to introduce outdoor furniture made from recycled plastics. POLYWOOD has expanded its operations with a second production and shipping facility in North Carolina. The companys mission emphasizes sustainability, focusing on both the production process and the materials used. POLYWOODs products, including the iconic Adirondack chair available in over 60 styles, are designed for durability and low maintenance. They are resistant to splintering, cracking, and rotting, and the company offers a 20-year lumber warranty. POLYWOOD also maintains a zero-waste mindset, recycling 99% of its waste stream. With over 1,550 employees, POLYWOOD operates a large manufacturing campus in Indiana. The company continues to innovate and expand its product lines, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in the outdoor furniture sector.