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Berkowitz Pollack Brant is one of the largest public accounting firms in the Southeastern US. Our team of accounting and consulting professionals work with affiliate firms Provenance Wealth Advisors, BayBridge Capital Advisors and BayBridge Real Estate Capital to bring clients a comprehensive approach to income, estate, financial and business planning. Our main areas of focus include domestic and international tax, audit and assurance services, business advisory services, estate and corporate planning, forensic accounting, litigation support and business valuation. Our clients are entrepreneurs, executives, and privately held and publicly traded companies in the United States and Latin America. We have been recognized by both Accounting Today and INSIDE Public Accounting as one of the top 60 firms in the U.S. and INSIDE Public Accounting named us one of the "Best of the Best" CPA firms in America 19 times. For more information, visit www.bpbcpa.com, www.provwealth.com, www.baybridgecapitaladvisors.com or www.baybridgerec.com.
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.
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.
Starr Insurance is a prominent part of Starr Companies, a global insurance and investment organization founded in 1919 by Cornelius Vander Starr. Initially established as the first American-owned insurance agency in Shanghai, the company has grown to operate across six continents, becoming a significant player in the insurance industry. Starr Insurance offers a diverse range of products and services, including commercial property and casualty insurance, as well as specialty coverages such as aviation, marine, energy, and excess casualty insurance. The company serves a wide array of clients, including leading businesses in sectors like construction, maritime, energy, and aerospace. With its extensive global presence, Starr Insurance is well-equipped to provide comprehensive insurance solutions tailored to the needs of businesses worldwide.