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Smardt Chiller Group is a global leader in oil-free centrifugal chiller technology, focusing on high-efficiency HVAC solutions for commercial, industrial, and institutional applications. Founded in 2005 by Roger Richmond-Smith and Ron Conry, the company has over 25 years of experience in magnetic bearing compressors and oil-free systems. Smardt operates manufacturing facilities in Canada, the USA, Australia, Germany, and China, with more than 10,000 chillers installed worldwide. The company offers a range of products, including water-cooled, air-cooled, and evaporative-cooled chillers, as well as customizable modular systems. All chillers utilize oil-free centrifugal compressors with magnetic bearings, which enhance energy efficiency and reduce maintenance needs. Smardt also provides custom engineering, global support for installation and maintenance, and energy efficiency consulting to help clients optimize their systems and reduce carbon footprints. The company serves various industries, including government facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturing, data centers, and hospitals, emphasizing reliability and sustainability in its solutions.
American Global is a prominent privately held insurance and surety brokerage firm based in Miami, Florida. With over 100 locations worldwide, the company specializes in construction risk management. Their mission focuses on understanding client needs and creating tailored solutions, fostering long-term partnerships to enhance the brokerage experience. The firm offers a wide range of services, including managing complex surety programs, providing consultative insurance solutions, and designing captive finance options. They also create Controlled Insurance Programs (CIPs) and Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) programs to help clients minimize costs and manage risks effectively. American Global serves a diverse clientele in the construction industry, including general contractors and construction management firms. The company promotes a culture of innovation and collaboration, encouraging employees to contribute to the future of construction brokerage. American Global has been recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work" by Business Insurance for two consecutive years, reflecting their commitment to employee satisfaction and development.
Adams Brown is a regional certified public accounting and advisory firm based in Wichita, Kansas, founded in 1945. With nearly 400 professionals, the firm serves clients across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and the Caribbean. It is recognized as one of the largest accounting firms in Wichita and is affiliated with BKR International, which enhances its ability to assist clients with international business operations. The firm offers a wide range of services, including tax planning and compliance, audit and assurance, business consulting, client accounting and advisory services, wealth management, and managed IT and cybersecurity services. Adams Brown has specialized teams focused on various industries, such as agriculture, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and not-for-profit organizations. The firm emphasizes a client-centric approach, fostering strong relationships and providing personalized service to closely held and family-owned businesses, as well as individuals and families seeking financial planning.
Southern Bancorp is a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and B-Corp based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Established in 1986, it aims to strengthen underserved communities through financial services and development programs. The organization has grown significantly, now managing assets between $2.6 and $2.8 billion and serving around 65,000 customers in Arkansas and Mississippi. Southern Bancorp operates through three main entities: Southern Bancorp Bank, which provides traditional banking services; Southern Bancorp Community Partners, a nonprofit focused on financial education and support; and Southern Bancorp Incorporated, a holding company for strategic growth. The organization offers a range of services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, financial literacy workshops, and grants for community projects. With 56 locations and a commitment to equitable access, Southern Bancorp emphasizes long-term community impact, particularly in economically distressed areas.
Auxiant is a Third Party Administrator (TPA) of self-funded benefit plans. Our specialty is customization, technological tools for clients and individuals, and cost-control and health management. We provide administration for over 60,000 employees from our administrative offices in Madison Wisconsin and Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Our Sales offices are in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. TPAs are one of the best-kept secrets in the country. Many people do not know TPA firms exist-yet about 2/3 of all employee benefit plans in the U.S. use TPA services. As a TPA, we are dedicated to taking excellent care of the employer and the individuals covered under their employer-sponsored health plans. A health plan is a highly valued component of a companys employment package. With the rising costs of medical care, a health plan has also become a major employer expense. We know how important careful administration of an employer health plan is. We believe it is important to provide our plans with cost-management strategies, while providing plan participants with tools to help them deal with the complexities of health care purchasing. Auxiants Medical Management programs help plan sponsors achieve the lowest medical spend. Auxiant is member of the Society of Professional Benefit Administrators (SPBA) and Society of Self Insured Administrators (SIIA).