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Fisher Barton is a prominent manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience, founded in 1973 by metallurgist Richard L. Wilkey. Headquartered in Watertown, Wisconsin, the company has grown to employ more than 900 people worldwide. It operates as a group of independent manufacturing companies, including Fisher Barton Blades and Thermal Spray Technologies. The company specializes in materials and surface engineering, offering a diverse range of products such as industrial knives, lawnmower blades, agricultural knives, and thermal spray coatings. Fisher Barton is recognized for its metallurgical expertise, supported by an in-house lab that enhances product development and quality assurance. The company serves major clients, including John Deere, and has been acknowledged for its excellence in supply and innovation. Fisher Barton continues to focus on technological advancements and employee development to maintain its leadership in the industry.
Tatte Bakery & Café is a fast-casual bakery and café chain founded in 2007 by pastry chef Tzurit Or. Starting from her home kitchen, Or began selling baked goods at Boston farmers markets. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Tatte has grown to 18 locations in Boston and Washington, D.C., focusing on community-centric spaces that create a sense of belonging. The brand is known for its artisanal pastries, cakes, and breads, along with a café menu that features breakfast, brunch, and lunch options inspired by global flavors. Tatte also offers a specialty coffee program, emphasizing quality and consistency. Each café is designed to reflect its neighborhood while maintaining Tatte’s core identity, creating inviting spaces for casual dining, remote work, and social gatherings. Tzurit Or continues to lead the brand, supported by an experienced executive team dedicated to operational excellence and high-quality ingredients.
McLaren Racing was founded by racing driver Bruce McLaren in 1963. The team entered its first Formula 1 race in 1966. McLaren has since won 21 Formula 1 world championships, 189 Formula 1 Grands Prix, the Indianapolis 500 three times, and the Le Mans 24 Hours at its first attempt. McLaren Racing competes across six racing series. The team competes in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship with McLaren F1 drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES with Arrow McLaren drivers Pato OWard, Alexander Rossi and Nolan Siegel, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with NEOM McLaren Formula E Team drivers Sam Bird and Taylor Barnard, the Extreme E Championship with NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team drivers Cristina Gutiérrez and Mattias Ekström, and F1 Academy with ART Grand Prix and Driver Development programme member Bianca Bustamante. The team also competes in the F1 Sim Racing Championship as McLaren Shadow, having won the 2022 Constructors and Drivers Championships. McLaren is a champion for sustainability in the sport and a signatory to the UN Sports for Climate Action Commitment. It is committed to achieving net zero by 2040 and fostering a diverse and inclusive culture in the motorsport industry.
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.
Headquartered in Lyndhurst, NJ, NAVAC was incorporated in 2017 to enter the industrial vacuum market as a high quality and high performance alternative to the more expensive and recognizable name brands. With a vision of leading the global market in both industrial vacuum and HVAC/R tools (including vacuum pumps), and having already achieved the latter in 2002, NAVAC will take advantage of continuous technical innovation, superior customer service, and the ability to offer levels of customization not often seen in the industry to achieve the same result for industrial vacuum. NAVAC is committed to establishing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our partners by building fair and open platforms for cooperation. As such, we already have a strong OEM business in the U.S. as suppliers to some of the most well known brands in the world. We can offer the same levels of service and customization to our NAVAC end users as well. We currently offer a full line of one- and two-stage oil-sealed rotary vane vacuum pumps and accessories. NAVAC is Your Ideal Vacuum Pump no matter what the application and we are committed to winning your business. We offer a full line of high-quality, competitively priced pumps. Most all models are stocked in our NJ warehouse. If we do not offer what you are looking for as standard, we want to work with you to develop the perfect solution.