KPMG South Pacific

In a world where businesses face unprecedented complexity, KPMG exists to bring clarity, confidence, and actionable insight to the most critical challenges organizations confront. As a global network of independent professional services firms operating in 142 countries with over 275,000 people, KPMG delivers Audit, Tax, and Advisory services that do more than ensure compliance - they unlock opportunity and drive sustainable growth. What truly sets KPMG apart is not just what they do, but how they do it. By leveraging deep expertise combined with innovative technology and placing human connections at the center of every engagement, KPMG turns raw insights into transformative opportunities. From helping financial institutions modernize payment systems to guiding retailers through AI adoption, from supporting banks through transformation to building resilient organizations, KPMG professionals work across industries to move business and innovation forward. Together, they make the difference - backed by over 125 years of trusted partnership and a commitment to excellence that defines the Big Four legacy.

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.

At GS1 Canada, we believe in the power of collaboration and neutral standards to transform how businesses work together. As a not-for-profit association with roots stretching back to 1975, we\'ve built a unique community-driven approach where industry leaders, boards, and advisory councils come together to solve shared supply chain challenges. Our team of subject matter experts works alongside businesses of all sizes - from small local entrepreneurs to large enterprises - creating a seamless and effortless subscriber experience that makes complex global standards accessible and practical. We\'re proud to be part of a global network of 120 member organizations, yet our impact is distinctly local. Over 35,000 Canadian businesses trust us to provide the highest quality, perpetually cleansed bilingual product data through our ECCnet Industry Managed Solutions. Guided by integrity, accountability, and inclusive collaboration, we don\'t just deliver standards - we partner with industry to develop non-proprietary solutions that address real-world business process issues. Whether it\'s helping a small business get their first barcode or enabling enterprise-level data synchronization, we\'re committed to being the trusted strategic partner that inspires and leads best-in-class supply chains across 25 sectors.

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 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.