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The Big O Tires story begins back in 1962, just as Americas new love affair with the automobile was hitting high gear. The market for replacement tires was exploding, and independent tire dealers found themselves struggling to compete in the face of low prices offered by major tire manufacturers own company stores. Big Os founding fathers were a handful of progressive independent tire dealers who decided to band together to form a tire-buying cooperative so that they could secure volume pricing and keep their customers happy. Their concept worked. In the years that followed, The Big O Tires co-op evolved into a full-fledged franchise as it continued to find innovative ways to harness the power of the collective to benefit independent dealerships and their customers. Almost a half-decade later, Big O Tires has become North Americas largest retail tire franchisor, with over 400 independently-owned and operated locations in 20 states, providing customers with a broad range of automotive services in addition to quality tires, wheels and accessories. Big O has become an industry role model admired for its innovative approach to franchising and unmatched customer loyalty ratings. In 1996, Big O Tires joined forces with one of the largest and most respected tire marketers in the nation when it became part of the TBC Retail Group, an automotive retail network comprised of some 1,200 Big O Tires, Tire Kingdom, Merchants and NTB locations spanning 40 U.S. states. Big Os reach was broadened again in 2005, when TBC Corporation was acquired by Sumitomo Corporation of America, the largest wholly-owned subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sumitomo, one of the worlds leading traders of goods and services. As Big O Tires continues to thrive and adapt to an ever-changing marketplace, it remains rooted in its humble beginnings as a proud collective of independent dealers committed to putting its customers first.
Creative Bus Sales is now Model 1 Commercial Vehicles. Nothing about passion or our leadership has changed, and our brand represents the creativity, expertise, and vision we put to work for customers across the U.S. As the largest bus and commercial transit dealership in the U.S., Model 1 is at the forefront of solving commercial and community transportation issues with visionary thinking – including not just vehicles but also distribution, parts, service, F&I, and more. Strong partnerships with more than 20 top manufacturers, the largest in-stock vehicle inventory in the country, and a nationwide team of experts, means theres no problem too big or too unique to solve together. Model 1 is the blueprint for creative commercial vehicle solutions. See why at model1.com.
Manufacturing and sale of industrial precision balls, rollers, cages and sheet metal parts used for bearing and other applications. Manufacturing and sale of ball screws, and large scale blowers.
Brown & Brown is a prominent insurance brokerage firm based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with a history that dates back to 1939. Originally founded as Brown & Owen, the company has grown to become one of the largest insurance intermediaries globally and is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker BRO. It has been part of the S&P 500 since 2021 and has earned recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company since 2018. The company operates through four main business segments: Business Insurance, which offers tailored risk management solutions; Personal Insurance, providing coverage for high-net-worth individuals; Programs & Underwriting, managing niche insurance programs; and Wholesale Brokerage, serving as an intermediary for agents and carriers. Brown & Brown emphasizes a customer-focused approach and has achieved significant growth through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. Its diverse service offerings cater to businesses, individuals, and insurance agents, reinforcing its position as a leader in the insurance industry.
Kaufman Dolowich LLP is a nationally recognized litigation law firm that has been serving the business and insurance communities since 1986. With 13 offices across the United States, Bermuda, and the United Kingdom, the firm has expanded from a boutique labor and employment practice into a comprehensive legal service provider. It offers a wide range of services, including labor and employment law, insurance coverage and litigation, professional liability, construction law, and more. The firm is known for its client-centered approach, focusing on developing innovative and cost-effective legal strategies tailored to various industries and complex legal matters. Kaufman Dolowichs attorneys are recognized leaders in their fields, often sharing their expertise at national conferences. The firm has a diverse clientele, including businesses and insurance carriers of all sizes, and has received accolades for its workplace culture, including multiple Mansfield Certification recognitions and being named among the “Best Companies to Work For” by U.S. News & World Report.