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DTE Electric Co. engages in the generation, purchase, distribution and sale of electricity. The firm generates electricity from various fossil-fuel plants, a hydroelectric pumped storage plant, a nuclear plant, and wind and other renewable plants, as well as purchases electricity from generators, suppliers and wholesalers. It purchases and sells electricity from and to governmental entities and numerous companies operating in the steel, automotive, energy, retail and other industries. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

MCN Energy Group, Inc. processes, stores, and markets natural gas. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

First Interstate Bank is the investment management subsidiary of First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIBK), a financial holding company headquartered in Billings, Montana. Founded in 1971, the firm provides wealth management services to individuals and businesses.

Abrevity, Inc. provides data classification and management software solutions that enable automated classification of data based on business value. The firm's products include FileData Classifier that enables data center and business managers to create and enforce their file management policies; and FileData Manager software, which enables federated control and enforcement of classification and data management policies. The company was founded by Eric Madison, Joel Harrison and Arnie Wernick in February 2003 and is headquartered in Cupertino, CA

KPMG LLP engages in the provision of audit, tax, and advisory services. It serves the banking and capital markets, building, construction and real estate, consumer and retail, energy, natural resources and chemicals, financial services, government and public sector, healthcare and life sciences, industrial manufacturing, insurance, media and entertainment, private equity, technology, telecommunications, and venture capital industries. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

University of Washington functions as a College/University. The company is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Horizon Bank is located in was founded in Michigan City, Indiana. The bank is a principal subsidiary of Horizon Bancorp. (NASDAQ: HBNC).

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants provides vocational education in accounting. The company provides services to the accounting community, regulatory bodies, and other organizations. It also operates in Jersey City, Washington, and Lewisville. It was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in New York City, NY.

Clarion Partners LLC / Private Equity is a Private Equity firm, a subsidiary of Clarion Partners LLC founded in 1982 by Steve J. Furnary and Frank L. Sullivan. Clarion Partners LLC / Private Equity is headquartered in New York.

Waste Services, Inc. operates as a integrated solid waste services company. It provides collection, transfer, landfill disposal and recycling services for the commercial, industrial and residential industries. It was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Burlington, CA.

Michigan Economic Development Corp. provides economic development efforts and policy development and technology development. Its services include business retention and attraction, financial assistance, employee recruitment and training, assistance for providing permits, and site development services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Lansing, MI.

KODA Enterprises Group LLC (KODA Enterprises Group) is a private equity firm founded in 1989 by William S. Karol. The firm is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.

The American Gas Association represents over 200 energy companies that provide natural gas service to 180 million Americans. The private company is based in Washington. The American company's natural gas utilities are committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions through new and modernized infrastructure and advanced technologies that maintain reliable, resilient, and affordable energy service choices for consumers. The company advocates on behalf of its member natural gas distribution utilities before Federal agencies in the area of energy market regulation.

The National Association of Manufacturers is an organization that works for the success of over 12.9 million people who are involved in manufacturing. The non-profit company is based in Washington and has subsidiaries in the United States. The American company's work is based on four core values that drive the industry. The company commissioned a study in August 2015, which found that the EPA's proposed ozone rule could reduce GDP by $140 billion. The CEO of the company is Jay Timmons.

Detroit Regional Chamber operates as a chamber of commerce. Its activities and initiatives are centered on four strategic pillars: economic development, regional collaboration, education reform and member value. The company was founded in 1903 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Michigan Manufacturers Association is a non-profit organization that secures manufacturers through advocacy, education, and strategic business services. The company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Lansing, MI.

The Michigan Chamber of Commerce is an organization that aims to protect the environment and energy supply. The non-profit company is based in Lansing, MI, and the CEO of the company is Rich Studley. The company opposes the revocation of Enbridge's Line 5 easement agreement, which they believe would cause an unnecessary energy crisis during the pandemic. The company collaborates with F.A.R. Management, Inc. to provide assistance with unemployment insurance through advisory assistance, procedural consulting, and benefits administration. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce recently filed a joint amicus curiae brief questioning the Michigan Department of Environment's air quality permitting case. The company also hosted a webinar on big federal changes to retirement savings accounts.

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids provides youth programs to keep kids active, engaged and safe in the summer. It also offers physical and cardiovascular care, free seminars, blood pressure screenings, residential and day camping programs. The company was founded in 1866 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

The Association of Latino Professionals in Finance & Accounting (ALPFA) is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for Latino professionals in the field of finance and accounting. The non-profit company is based in Los Angeles, CA. The company was founded by Gilbert R. Vasquez. Charles P. Garcia has been the CEO of the company since 2014.

NextEnergy Centre accelerates advanced energy, mobility and built environment technologies. It drives technology commercialization, develops new market applications, and grows the innovation pipeline to transform how we use energy to live and move. The firm also offers access to funding, business consulting, initial company assessment, market research, promotional support, R&D demonstration programs, technology acceleration space, technology vetting, and testing and validation services. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

The Engineering Society of Detroit operates as a regional engineering association. The non-profit company is based in Southfield, MI.

The Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that serves as a network for businesses to connect and collaborate. The organization is based in Channel Islands, UK and has subsidiaries in United Kingdom. Carlo Thelen has been the CEO of the British company since 1996.

Pine Street Inn, Inc. provides programs and services for homeless individuals. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including permanent supportive housing, job training and placement, emergency shelter, and street outreach. The company was founded by Paul Sullivan in 1969 and is headquartered in Boston, MA.