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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.
MFR Consultants, Inc. (MFR), a full-service management consulting firm headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, has provided end-to-end solutions in the areas of business analysis, information technology, project management and information governance for over 30 years.
Cohen & Co is a professional services firm based in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 1977. With over 800 employees across 15 offices in eight U.S. states, the firm specializes in tax, assurance, and advisory services. Its diverse client base includes privately held companies, public and private investment funds, fund advisers, and Fortune 1000 multinational enterprises. Recognized as one of the top 100 accounting firms in the United States by annual revenues, Cohen & Co fosters a disciplined culture focused on delivering results and personal commitment to clients. The firm emphasizes employee development and community involvement, partnering with institutions like Youngstown State University. Its service offerings include comprehensive tax planning, audit and assurance engagements, and consulting on business strategy and operational improvements, tailored to various industries such as investment management and multinational corporations.
DUAL North America is a prominent independent underwriting organization based in the United States, part of the global DUAL Group. Established in 2013, it has become a leading program administrator in the insurance sector. The company operates under the Howden-owned DUAL Group, which is recognized as one of the largest managing general agents worldwide, with a presence in 21 countries and over $3.5 billion in gross written premium. The company specializes in expert underwriting solutions across various insurance lines, including commercial property, casualty, financial lines, and surety. DUAL North America offers more than 40 unique products tailored to meet diverse client needs. It also features a robust online platform that enables appointed producers to quote, bind policies, and manage documents digitally. With a network of over 11,000 brokers globally, DUAL North America serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large fleets, particularly in regions like California and Texas.