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The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is a state-owned pension fund manager headquartered in Austin, Texas. The firm was founded by the Texas Legislature in 1937 to provide service and disability retirement benefits to teachers and administrators of the public school systems of Texas, which include institutions of higher education. In 1949, legislation expanded membership eligibility to include all employees of public education institutions. In 1985, TRS was assigned responsibility to administer health insurance program for public school retirees. The firm invests funds under its stewardship and delivers benefits to members as authorized by the Texas Legislature.

Duke University is an academic university that offers undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. It also has publications and research services. The university was founded in 1838 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.

Cornell University is an educational institution that offers undergraduate and post graduate programs. It was founded in 1865 and is based in Ithaca, NY.

New Bridge Strategies LLC provides consulting services. The firm's services include identification of market opportunities, cultural and operational support and financial and risk management. It has offices in Baghdad, Beirut, Geneva, Houston, Kuwait and Washington, DC. The company was founded by Joe M. Allbaugh in 2003 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Blackstreet Capital Management LLC is an Independent Private Equity firm founded in 2002 by Murry Neal Gunty. The firm is headquartered in Bethesda.

The US Holocaust Memorial Museum is a living memorial to the Holocaust that inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The museum is an international leader in scholarship on the Holocaust, with the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies providing for continued growth and vitality in the field of Holocaust studies. The museum's international educational outreach programs provide accurate information about the Holocaust in ways that reflect the relevance of history to audiences today. The museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide. The American company was founded by Cindy Edelman, Stanley B. Tulin.

New York State Bar Association is a non-profit organization, which provides legal services and offers a membership program for lawyers. It also publishes an array of books, bar journals, law digest, and State Bar news. The company was founded in 1876 and is headquartered in Alban, NY.

The District of Columbia Bar provides legal services. The private company is based in Washington.

Detroit Suphony Orchestra operates is an American orchestra firm. The firm’s performance schedule includes Classical, Pops, Jazz, Young People’s, Neighborhood trumpeter, and collaborations with chart-topping musicians from Smokey Robinson to Kid Rock. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

The Michigan Science Center is a nonprofit organization located in Detroit, MI. The center offers a variety of interactive exhibits and experiences that aim to put visitors at the center of science. These include live stage shows, an IMAX® Dome, a 4D theater, a planetarium, and a special exhibit hall spanning over 8,700 square feet.

First Independence Corp. (Michigan) is a well-managed financial institution founded in 1970 and based in Detroit, MI with subsidiaries in the United States. The company's mission is to be a beacon for capital accumulation for individuals and business entities by delivering financial services with an affinity for under-served and minority communities. First Independence Bank, a state-chartered commercial bank, complies with all applicable regulations. The company offers a range of financial services, including ATM/debit cards, business credit cards, mobile banking, online banking, cashier's checks, loan payment, and notary services. Additionally, FIB has partnered with the Michigan Chronicle to provide important information to improve financial literacy. The CEO is Kenneth Kelly.

The International African American Museum is a research center that helps individuals reconnect with their family history and ancestors. The non-profit company is based in Charleston, SC. The museum tells the stories of the African American experience across generations, documenting the journey that began in Africa centuries ago and continues today. The museum invites individuals of all creeds and spiritualities to join their journey at this sacred site. The company was founded by Michael Boulware Moore. Tonya Matthews has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

ILO Group, LLC is an education strategy and policy firm founded by women. The private company is located in the US. The American company partners with education leaders, teams, and organizations to accelerate student outcomes, with a focus on the recovery of PK-12 education in the United States. The company's services include advocacy, policy, and impact, and they use an "in-the-life-of" approach that combines systems expertise with leadership coaching, project planning, and program implementation.