Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA

We are a global logistics and shipping company that has been in business for over 160 years, founded back in 1865 by Friedrich Heinrich Bertling in Lübeck, Germany. What started as a ship owning and operating company has grown into a worldwide organization with 50 offices and 700 employees across 30 countries. We specialize in the really challenging stuff - complex project freight forwarding, transporting cargo to remote locations, and handling difficult terrains that other logistics providers might shy away from. Our operation is built around three core divisions: project logistics solutions, shipping and chartering, and IT services. We developed our own transport management and tracking systems called BLU and BLU4U to give clients full visibility into their supply chains. Being privately held and independent means we can make decisions quickly and maintain close, long-term relationships with our clients. We work primarily with energy, mining, renewables, construction, and chemical companies, delivering their critical cargo to some of the most demanding environments on the planet. Our flat organizational structure and focus on developing in-house expertise allows us to respond rapidly to whatever logistical challenges come our way.

Rhenus Group stands as one of the world's leading logistics specialists, with an annual turnover exceeding €8.2 billion and operations spanning more than 1,120 locations across Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania. Employing approximately 40,000 professionals worldwide, this family-owned business has established itself as a powerhouse in the global logistics industry since its founding in Germany in 1912. Today, Rhenus manages complex supply chains through its four core business divisions: Contract Logistics, Freight Logistics, Port Logistics, and Public Transport, serving industries ranging from automotive and chemicals to healthcare and high-tech sectors. The company's comprehensive service portfolio encompasses end-to-end logistics solutions including air, sea, road, rail, and inland waterway transport, alongside advanced warehousing capabilities featuring 4 million square meters of storage space across 180 locations globally. Rhenus combines physical infrastructure with cutting-edge digital solutions, leveraging SAP systems for warehouse management and Power BI for business analytics to deliver optimized supply chain performance. As a subsidiary of the Rethmann Group, Rhenus continues to expand its global footprint while maintaining the personalized customer service approach that has defined its century-long legacy.

TUI Group is the world's leading integrated tourism business, orchestrating unforgettable travel experiences for millions of customers across the globe. With a vertically integrated model that spans tour operators, airlines, cruise ships, hotels, and destination experiences, TUI controls every touchpoint of the holiday journey. The company operates 125 aircraft serving 180 destinations, manages over 460 hotels with 214,000 beds across prime holiday locations, and runs 18 cruise ships, while maintaining a network of 1,600 travel agencies across 21 source markets. This scale enables TUI to deliver seamless, quality-controlled experiences while leveraging operational synergies that create value for customers, shareholders, and the communities where they operate. Guided by its vision of "Excellence in Leisure Experiences" and brand purpose to "create the moments that make life richer," TUI is transforming the travel industry through innovation and sustainable practices. The company's strategy focuses on profitable growth through differentiated products, enhanced customer choice, operational efficiency, and scalable digital platforms. With 66,845 employees worldwide who embody the values of being Trusted, Unique, and Inspiring, TUI is driving a decade of sustainable change in tourism. The Group is committed to reducing its environmental footprint through validated Science Based Targets while strengthening the positive economic impact of tourism in destination communities, creating authentic, sustainable travel experiences that benefit both visitors and locals alike.

At The Kroger Co., we believe in creating opportunity-driven environments where nearly 500,000 associates across 2,800 stores can thrive and grow. Our team operates with a Customer 1st strategy, guided by core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. We embrace continuous improvement and provide endless growth opportunities for our associates to build meaningful careers. Whether in retail, manufacturing, supply chain, or corporate roles, our team members find real ownership of their work and paths to advancement. Our culture emphasizes comprehensive support for personal and professional development. We offer up to $21K in continued education support, flexible scheduling, and benefits that care for the whole person. Associates at Kroger enjoy an environment where they can grow from entry-level positions to leadership roles, with training and mentorship every step of the way. We're committed to delivering fresh for everyone - not just to our customers, but to our team members who make it all possible every day across 35 states.

S&K Technologies, Inc. is an internationally recognized corporation owned by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT). Established in 1999, the company was founded with a vision to become one of the preeminent professional services firms in the country while creating opportunity and prosperity for the CSKT people. Through a dynamic family of subsidiary companies, S&K delivers comprehensive professional services and solutions for federal and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered on the Flathead Reservation in St. Ignatius, Montana, S&K Technologies is part of an ambitious economic development plan crafted by CSKT Tribal leadership to diversify income sources that support essential tribal programs. The company operates through multiple subsidiaries spanning aerospace maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), logistics services, cybersecurity, program management, space exploration technologies, construction, environmental consulting, and communications infrastructure. S&K is an award-winning tribally owned firm with 8(a) and HUBzone certifications, serving customers including NASA, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Energy.

In 2010, Andreas Maslo and Florian Holl founded VERSO with a clear mission: to make sustainability manageable for businesses. After realizing that most companies lacked both the know-how and appropriate tools to understand their impact on people, environment, and society, they set out to create a solution that would transform how organizations approach corporate responsibility. What started as a vision to make the origins and production circumstances of everyday products transparent has evolved into a comprehensive sustainability platform. Today, VERSO stands as a pioneer in corporate sustainability software, offering an all-in-one solution that combines SaaS technology with expert consulting services. The company's platform - comprising the Supply Chain Hub, Climate Hub, and ESG Hub - enables medium-sized enterprises to manage their sustainability processes automatically, holistically, and compliantly. With over 350 active customers and more than 3,000 climate balances and sustainability reports created, VERSO has established itself as a trusted partner in the sustainable transformation of the economy. Based in Munich with additional locations in Hamburg and Cologne, the team of over 130 technology and sustainability experts continues to guide companies through complex regulatory requirements like CSRD, LkSG, and CSDDD, proving that sustainability and business impact can go hand in hand.