With over 180 franchises awarded and a total of over 2,700 courts, Pickleball Kingdom is the largest indoor pickleball entity in the world. Its high revenue and labor-light model make it the best in class for Americas fastest growing sport.
At OPTIMUM, an architecture, furniture, and technology (A/F/T) products collective, were not defined by size or the number of product lines but by our unique design-thinking approach. We believe in solving workplace challenges by optimizing the integration of architecture, furniture, and technology to create seamless experiences for those who design, plan, deliver, and occupy spaces. What sets us apart is our focus on offering aesthetically appealing, high-performance products that balance design and cost-efficiency, along with our partnerships with flexible manufacturers who can customize solutions to meet specific needs. Success isnt about individual pieces; its about the synergy that happens when people, elements, and solutions come together, resulting in outcomes far greater than the sum of their parts. This philosophy drives everything we do at OPTIMUM as we enhance the environments where we live, work, learn, and heal.
The "Technology Innovation Studio (TINS)" is a physical space at the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC) in Kendall Square that brings together business leaders, scientists and researchers, serial entrepreneurs, angel/VC investors, industry experts, corporate innovation teams and also policy experts to explore and apply tools, methods and models in innovation.
Western States Equipment Company, known as Western States Cat, is a prominent heavy equipment dealer and service provider in the Northwest U.S. Established in 1933, the company has evolved from its origins in construction to specialize in equipment sales and service. It operates across a vast area of over 191,000 square miles, including Idaho, Eastern Washington, Oregon, Western Montana, and Wyoming, with 17 branches and 15 Cat® Rental Stores. The company offers a range of services, including the sale of new and used heavy equipment, short- and long-term rentals of various machinery, and comprehensive maintenance and repair services. They provide genuine Cat® parts and accessories, ensuring quick sourcing and delivery. Western States Cat serves commercial and industrial clients, focusing on construction, mining, and infrastructure development, and emphasizes personalized service and tailored financing solutions for its customers.
American National Bank & Trust is a financial institution with a history dating back to 1856. Originally established as West Omaha National Bank, it has grown to be one of the largest banks in the Midwest, serving clients in Nebraska, Iowa, and Minnesota. The bank focuses on personalized service and building long-term relationships with both business and personal clients. The bank offers a wide range of financial services, including checking and savings accounts, consumer lending, mortgage lending, and construction financing. It also provides trust and investment services, managing approximately $1 billion in assets, and offers real estate title services, equipment and auto leasing, and personal investment services. American National Bank & Trust is committed to fiscal responsibility and conservative banking practices, ensuring financial strength and stability for its customers.