C. Ted McCarter

Ruan Transportation Management Systems, Inc. provides contract carriage, logistics management and bulk transportation services for customers across the United States. It also provides supply chain solutions. The company serves the retail, manufacturing, grocery, bulk earth products, bulk food grade, metals, food processing, waste, chemicals, medical supplies, and dairy industries. The firm was founded by John Ruan in 1932 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Greater Des Moines Partnership operates as the economic and community development organization serving Greater Des Moines (DSM), united to drive economic growth with one voice, one mission and as one region. The company is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Bankers Trust Co. is an asset management headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm was founded in 1917 and is a subsidiary of BTC Financial Corp. The firm serves as a trusted partner for individuals’ comprehensive financial planning, trust and fiduciary needs.

Hubbell Realty Company is a full-service real estate development company that owns and manages over 4 million square feet of commercial, medical, office, and industrial space. The private company is based in West Des Moines, IA and has subsidiaries in the United States, including Sioux Falls, S.D. and. Hubbell Realty Company also operates Edencrest Assisted Living and Memory Care, a leader in assisted living in the area, and Origin Homes, the top rural build-on-your-lot homebuilder in . The company was founded in 1856 by F. M. Hubbell, and Rick J. Tollakson has been the CEO of the company since 1984.

Nova Compression LLC provides gas lift, wellhead and general gas compression services. The firm also provides service, repair, package revamps and package redesign. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Kilgore, TX.

Broadcast Electronics Inc. designs and manufactures radio broadcast products. Its products include transmitters for AM, FM and HD Radio and program automation systems. The firm offers AM, FM, and HD radio transmitters; ultra-linear digital FM exciters; HD radio signal generators and data importers; studio automation and content management systems; media and audio logging and podcasting products; and newsroom management tools. The company was founded in 1959 and is headquartered in Quincy, IL.

HBC Investments LLC (HBC Investments) is a private equity firm founded in 2010 by Peter S. Brodsky. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

HBC Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was founded on August 2, 2011 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Part of D. A. Davidson Cos., Ruan Securities Corp. is a brokerage firm that provides brokerage services. The company is based in Des Moines, IA. Ruan Securities was acquired by D. A. Davidson & Co. on January 30, 2009.

Getka Energy LLC provides pipeline transportation and storage services. The firm offers storage, blending, truck-to-pipe and pipeline transportation solutions to crude oil producers and domestic and international marketers. The company was founded by Dariusz Cichocki in 2018 and is headquartered in Tulsa, OK.

Hail Merry LLC manufactures and sells raw, vegan and gluten-free snack products. Its offers miracle tarts, macaroons, granolas, and nuts and seeds. The firm sells its products through retail stores in the United States and Canada. The company was founded by Susan O'Brien in 2008 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

Work Shield LLC provides human resource services. It specializes in workplace harassment resolution, title VII, harassment and discrimination, protecting culture, reporting, investigation, and resolution of harassment and discrimination issues. The company was founded by Jared Pope and Jennifer Pope and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is a business organization that creates solutions for the betterment of communities and the world. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation is based in Washington, and the CEO of the non-profit company is Suzanne P. Clark. The American company focuses on anticipating, developing, and deploying solutions to current and future challenges. The foundation is dedicated to strengthening long-term competitiveness and educating the public on the conditions necessary for businesses and communities to thrive. The company recently published a report on how businesses develop and evaluate their LGBTQ+ inclusive practices.

Concentric International is a private company that wholesales industrial equipment. The company is based in Des Moines, IA.

Mercy Medical Center (Iowa) operates as a not-for-profit Catholic health care provider. It offers cancer treatment, alcohol substance abuse treatment, endoscopy, general surgery, and heart center and services. The company was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

State University of Iowa Foundation was organized in 1956 to help University of Iowa meet needs beyond those provided for by state support, and to reach levels of distinction by generating significant private gift support. The company is headquartered in Iowa City, Iowa.

ITA Group, Inc. provides marketing services. Its solutions include strategic events, incentive travel, wholesale distributor incentives, channel incentives, sales incentives, and culture transformation. The company was founded by Geraldine Berg and Rudy Berg in 1963 and is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA.

United Way of Central Iowa provides educational and health services. The firm convenes and unites action in three areas: education, income and health. The company was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Des Moines, IA.

Per Mar Security & Research Corp. provides security solutions. It offers home security packages, home security systems, Per Mar security alert, business security systems, security guard services, investigative services, and pre-employment and tenant screening. The company was founded by John Duffy and Eleanor Duffy in 1953 and is headquartered in Davenport, IA.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

The Chamber of Commerce of The United States of America provides information on how businesses can adapt their workforce development and management strategies to deal with the changing labor market. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The Chamber of Commerce of The United States of America is the world's largest business organization, advocating, connecting, informing, and fighting for business growth and success. The American company was founded by Michael Scown, and Suzanne P. Clark has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

American Trucking Associations, Inc. provides safety and security services to the trucking industries. The firm also provides educational programs and industry research. The company was founded in 1933 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Chief Executives Organization, Inc. operates as a membership organization for charity. The CEO of the American company is Sheldon Elman.

The Culver Educational Foundation provides educational services. It is an independent college preparatory boarding schools comprised of Culver Military Academy and Culver Girls Academy. The firm prepares individuals for college and the world beyond by encouraging them to develop interests and talents, while helping them to move beyond self-imposed limitations. The company was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in Culver, IN.

Part of Ruan Transportation Management Systems, Inc., Ruan Truck Sales is an American company that specializes in selling high quality used trucks and trailers. The company's mission is to provide exceptional experiences that create value for their partners. Ruan is a privately held transportation company that offers dedicated fleet management, logistics management, warehousing, and other services. The company also provides third-party logistics capabilities such as route optimization, freight audit and pay, carrier management, and full visibility.

BTC Capital Management, Inc. (BTC Capital) is a registered investment advisor headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm was founded in 2003 and is owned by BTC Financial Corp. BTC Capital provides discretionary investment management services, non-discretionary investment management services, and advisory/consulting services to their clients both directly and as a sub-advisor on behalf of other entities. Their clients include individuals, trusts, retirement plans, businesses, government entities, foundations, endowments, investment companies, private funds and other institutional clients.