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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.
POLYWOOD is a leader in the outdoor furniture industry, known for creating products from recycled plastic materials. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Syracuse, Indiana, the company was the first to introduce outdoor furniture made from recycled plastics. POLYWOOD has expanded its operations with a second production and shipping facility in North Carolina. The companys mission emphasizes sustainability, focusing on both the production process and the materials used. POLYWOODs products, including the iconic Adirondack chair available in over 60 styles, are designed for durability and low maintenance. They are resistant to splintering, cracking, and rotting, and the company offers a 20-year lumber warranty. POLYWOOD also maintains a zero-waste mindset, recycling 99% of its waste stream. With over 1,550 employees, POLYWOOD operates a large manufacturing campus in Indiana. The company continues to innovate and expand its product lines, reinforcing its position as a pioneer in the outdoor furniture sector.
Blue Jay Racing is a student-run design team open to all undergraduate students. The program was founded in 2004. The team competes annually in three international events put on by the Society of Automotive Engineers. Students design, build, and race a single seat off-road vehicle against a total of ~200 teams representing 14 nations and nearly 4,000 young engineers. The award-winning program offers student engineers an educational experience that goes beyond what the classroom can offer. Aside from the technical knowledge gained, the team-based skills learned through such a rigorous endeavor develops leaders well prepared to enter industry and academia. At each competition the team competes in four of six dynamic events (Acceleration, Maneuverability, Rock Crawl, Suspension and Traction, Hill Climb and Sled Pull) as well as three static events (a sales presentation, design presentations and a cost report). To cap off the competition, the team will also race in a grueling four-hour endurance race. Team members learn as much at competition as from designing and building their vehicle throughout the rest of the year. In addition to their own learning it is also important to the team that all members participate. At competition the team is always working, whether repairing their vehicle or planning and preparing for the next days events. With so much to do and so little time every member contributes to the teams success.
LJUNGSTRÖM is a historic company with over 100 years of expertise in advanced environmental solutions, focusing on heat recovery and emissions control. Founded in 1923 by Fredrik Ljungström, the company is known for inventing the worlds first air preheater, which significantly improved energy efficiency in power plants. Today, LJUNGSTRÖM is a global leader in industrial flue gas management technologies and custom-engineered assemblies. The company offers a range of products, including its flagship Ljungström air preheater, which enhances thermal efficiency in steam power plants by recovering waste heat from flue gases. Additionally, LJUNGSTRÖM provides gas-gas heaters that further improve plant efficiency and custom-engineered solutions for emissions control. Their services aim to optimize plant performance and reduce CO₂ emissions, contributing to sustainability in the energy and industrial sectors. LJUNGSTRÖM serves a diverse international customer base across more than 100 countries, focusing on power generation plants and industrial facilities. The company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and environmental sustainability, aiming to lead the industry in energy efficiency and impact.