Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

In 1743, what would become Freshfields began with a simple yet powerful insight: as business expanded across borders, legal advice needed to transcend local limitations. Samuel Dodd and James William Freshfield founded a practice built on the belief that seamless, coordinated legal support could help ambitious enterprises grow beyond their home markets. This vision propelled the firm through nearly three centuries of evolution, from advising the Bank of England as one of its first clients to becoming a fully integrated global powerhouse positioned at the heart of the world's most important markets. Today, Freshfields stands as a leader in cross-border transactions, competition law, corporate transformation, and dispute resolution, with over 5,700 people across 33 offices worldwide. The firm's landmark 2000 merger formalized Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer as a truly borderless partnership, enabling clients to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and seize new opportunities with confidence. Beyond legal expertise, Freshfields serves as strategic partners and trusted advisors, combining deep industry knowledge with fresh perspectives to solve the toughest challenges. The firm's commitment to responsible business is embedded in its core values, driving pro bono work that expands access to justice, environmental initiatives targeting net zero by 2050, and inclusive culture programs that empower all colleagues to thrive.

Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. For over 65 years, the company has pioneered breakthrough technologies that transform cardiovascular care, specializing in artificial heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring solutions. Edwards develops, manufactures, and markets medical devices that address the most critical needs of patients fighting cardiovascular disease, serving millions of patients across more than 100 countries worldwide. The company's groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Edwards' Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by rigorous clinical evidence. The company's Advanced Technology teams harness imagination, courage, and resourcefulness to create solutions for patients many years into the future, maintaining an unwavering commitment to patient-focused innovation that helps people live longer and healthier lives.

Aristocrat is a global gaming content and technology leader that exists to bring joy to life through the power of play. As the world's premier creator of casino games and gaming technology, Aristocrat delivers entertainment across regulated land-based gaming, online real-money gaming, and social casino segments. With ~7,400 people across 300+ global locations and 90+ licensed jurisdictions, Aristocrat serves millions of players worldwide every day through industry-leading products including electronic gaming machines, casino management systems, free-to-play mobile games, and online real-money games. Founded in 1953 in Sydney, Australia, Aristocrat has grown into an ASX100 listed company (ASX: ALL) that combines creativity with cutting-edge technology to power unforgettable gaming experiences. The company's commitment extends beyond entertainment - it leads the industry in responsible gameplay, sustainability, and good governance. Through its three business units - Aristocrat Gaming (land-based), Aristocrat Interactive (online real-money), and Product Madness (social casino) - the company continues to innovate and expand its global footprint while maintaining a people-first culture that values collective brilliance, talent unleashed, and being good business citizens.

Shaw Industries manufactures flooring and surface solutions for residential housing, commercial spaces and outdoor environments. The company operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, generating approximately $6 billion in annual sales through its global network of 18,000 associates. Shaw's portfolio spans multiple brands including Anderson Tuftex, COREtec, Shaw Floors, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass, Southwest Greens and Watershed Geo. Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw Industries has expanded its operations since 1967 to serve customers worldwide through manufacturing facilities and distribution centers across multiple countries. The company's commitment to innovation is evidenced by its investments in sustainable manufacturing processes, product development and operational excellence. Shaw maintains a people-centered approach to business, emphasizing customer service, quality performance and environmental responsibility through initiatives like its re[TURN] Reclamation Program and Cradle to Cradle certifications.

We're a defense technology company building autonomous surface vessels at scale. Founded in 2022 by a team of veterans and technologists, we're on a mission to protect our way of life by integrating autonomous systems into traditional naval fleets. Our boats go farther and do more with less risk to human life - something we care about deeply since many of us have served. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, we've grown rapidly because we solve real problems for the people who need them most. We design and manufacture our own vessels, control the entire software stack, and have already gone from prototype to production in under a year according to the Secretary of the Navy. We're not just building boats - we're building a hybrid fleet that helps the Navy and Marine Corps accomplish their missions more effectively.

Ferris State University is a mid-sized four-year public university founded in 1884 by educator Woodbridge N. Ferris, who later served as governor of Michigan and United States Senator. The university's main campus resides in scenic Big Rapids, Michigan, with additional campuses in Grand Rapids and satellite locations throughout the state. Ferris State offers over 180 academic programs ranging from associate to doctoral degrees through seven degree-granting colleges: College of Arts, Sciences and Education, College of Business, College of Engineering Technology, College of Health Professions, Kendall College of Art and Design, Michigan College of Optometry, and College of Pharmacy. The university prepares students for successful careers, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning through its career-oriented, broad-based educational model that serves a rapidly changing global economy and society. Ferris State distinguishes itself through exceptional faculty access due to low student-faculty ratios and small class sizes, promoting engaging instruction and professional connections. The university emphasizes real-world skill development with approximately 70% of bachelor's and advanced degree students participating in internships. With over 9,900 students and more than 220 registered student organizations, Ferris State combines academic excellence with practical experience to produce graduates ready for professional success.