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Blue Giant Equipment Corporation is a prominent global manufacturer and distributor of loading dock systems and material handling equipment, headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1963 by Kurt Larsen, the company has celebrated over 60 years of innovation in the industry. Blue Giant began with mechanical dock levelers and hand pallet trucks, later expanding its offerings to include intelligent dock controls and air-powered loading dock equipment. The company provides a wide range of products, including loading dock systems, material handling equipment, HVLS fans, and ergonomic lift assist solutions. Their innovative Blue Genius Connect control panel enhances the management of loading dock operations. Blue Giant has received multiple awards for its products, including recognition in the Professional Door Dealer magazines "Best of Business Dealers Choice Poll" and a Bronze Award from Plant Engineering magazine. With a commitment to growth, Blue Giant relocated its headquarters in 2017 to a larger facility in Mississauga, Ontario, reflecting its dedication to expanding its capabilities in the material handling sector.
Manhattan School of Music (MSM) is a renowned private music conservatory located in New York City, founded in 1917-1918 by pianist and philanthropist Janet D. Schenck. Originally established as the Neighborhood Music School in East Harlem, MSM has built a strong reputation for excellence in music education, influenced by notable artists like Pablo Casals and Harold Bauer. The school offers a range of academic programs, including Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees. MSM specializes in classical and jazz performance, composition, conducting, and music education, and features a prominent opera program. Its campus in Morningside Heights includes instructional spaces, performance venues, and a residence hall, with facilities like the Hubbard Recital Hall, which houses a distinguished Aeolian-Skinner organ. MSM attracts a diverse student body of aspiring professional musicians from around the world, providing rigorous training and numerous performance opportunities. The institution is dedicated to fostering professional musicianship in both classical and jazz traditions.
Russell Reynolds Associates (RRA) is a global leadership advisory and executive search firm founded in 1969 in New York City. Initially focused on financial services, RRA has expanded its expertise to various industries, including healthcare, consumer goods, technology, and industrial sectors. With 47 offices worldwide, the firm specializes in identifying and developing transformational leaders for public, private, and non-profit organizations. RRA offers a range of services, including executive search for C-suite and board roles, leadership advisory for succession planning and team effectiveness, and board advisory for governance and director recruitment. The firm utilizes proprietary assessment tools, such as the Leadership Span Assessment, to evaluate leadership capabilities. RRA serves a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and non-profits, and emphasizes a high-touch approach to address challenges like sustainability and digital transformation. With over 470 consultants across 26+ countries, RRA maintains a strong international presence and adapts to evolving leadership demands.
City First Bank is a commercial community development bank, the largest Black-led Minority Depository Institution, and a certified as B Corp with branches and headquarters in Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC; channeling intentional capital to low- and moderate-income neighborhoods; investing in multifamily affordable housing, nonprofits and small business development. We offer a unique platform for impact depositors and institutional investors to see value in strengthening LMI communities through the provision of capital. NASDAQ: BYFC