KPMG

In 1987, a historic merger brought together Peat Marwick International and Klynveld Main Goerdeler, forming what we now know as KPMG - one of the world's leading professional services organizations. But our roots run deeper, with founding firms dating back to 1897, when James Marwick and Roger Mitchell established what would become a cornerstone of the accounting profession. Over more than 125 years, we've evolved from a traditional accounting firm into a global network of independent firms delivering Audit, Tax, and Advisory services across 142 countries and territories, serving the needs of business, governments, and capital markets worldwide. What sets us apart isn't just what we do - it's how we do it. At KPMG, we believe in being agile, connected, and at the forefront of technological change. Our values - Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, and For Better - form the foundation of everything we do and guide how we work with clients and each other. We're committed to quality and service excellence, bringing our best to clients and earning the public's trust through our actions. Today, with over 276,000 people globally, we continue to help organizations mitigate risks and grasp opportunities, driving positive, sustainable change for our clients, our people, and society at large.

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.

In 1951, Fred Hervey purchased three Kay's Food Stores in El Paso, Texas, with a vision that would transform the convenience retail industry. What started as a small regional chain in the American Southwest grew rapidly through Hervey's enterprising spirit, expanding into New Mexico and Arizona. By 1975, Circle K had reached 1,000 stores across the U.S., and just four years later, the company made its first international leap into Japan, setting the stage for global expansion. After decades of growth and evolution, including a transformative acquisition by Alimentation Couche-Tard in 2003, Circle K has become one of the world's most recognized convenience store brands. Today, with nearly 14,200 stores operating across 26 countries and territories, Circle K remains committed to its founding promise: making customers' lives a little easier every day. From the iconic Polar Pop to premium fuel and fresh food offerings, the company continues to innovate while staying true to the values of quality products and exceptional customer service that Fred Hervey instilled over seven decades ago.

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.

We're a global technology group that's been shaping industries since 1946, when Kurt A. Körber founded our company in a small Hamburg workshop. Today, our 13,000 innovators across more than 100 locations work together to build intelligent manufacturing and supply chain solutions that help our customers tackle real-world challenges. We combine hardware, software, and digital services to create integrated systems that actually work - not just on paper, but in the messy, complex reality of modern industry. Our three business areas - Pharma, Supply Chain, and Technologies - each bring deep expertise to the table. We're not just building products; we're developing ecosystems that reduce complexity and enhance efficiency. From warehouse automation to pharmaceutical packaging, from sensor systems to logistics software, we focus on practical solutions that deliver measurable results. We've grown from repairing cigarette machines to becoming a trusted partner for some of the world's leading companies, but that entrepreneurial DNA from our basement workshop days is still very much part of who we are.

We're M&G plc, an international savings and investment business that's been around since 1931 when we launched Europe's first ever mutual fund. Today, we're one of the largest asset managers in Europe, managing over £323bn globally for individual and professional investors including banks, pension funds, insurers, sovereign wealth funds, family offices, charities and advisors. Our global network of investment teams connects world-class research capabilities with the diverse experiences and views of experts across multiple asset classes. What we call 'Intelligence Connected' is really just us thinking freely and sharing ideas to make better decisions. We offer access to a broad range of capabilities spanning both public and private assets, including fixed income, equities, multi-asset, real estate, private credit, infrastructure and private equity. We're part of a heritage that stretches back over 175 years to when Prudential was formed in 1848, and we're still innovating - whether through our award-winning Bond Vigilantes blog or our growing range of sustainability-driven thematic equity funds.