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Part of Deutsche Bank AG, Kemper Financial Services, Inc. is a company that provides insurance, brokerage, and financial services. The company is based in Long Grove, IL.

Sears, Roebuck & Co. engages in provision of merchandise and related services. It offers range of home merchandise, apparel and automotive products and services. It also provides a variety of merchandise and services through online and catalogs. The company was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, IL.

The John D. & Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation (dba MacArthur Foundation) is a private foundation headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1970, the firm supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. MacArthur Foundation provides grants and impact investments to organizations and individuals in the US and around the world.

ZF Automotive US, Inc. supplies automotive systems, modules and components to automotive original equipment manufacturers and related aftermarkets. Its products include integrated vehicle control and driver assist, braking, steering, suspension, occupant safety systems, electronics, engine components, fastening systems and aftermarket replacement parts and services. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in East Lansing, MI.

JMG Financial Group Ltd. (JMG) is an independent, fee-only wealth management firm headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. Founded in 1984, JMG provides comprehensive and customized wealth management services for high net worth individuals and families.

Grosvenor Capital Management LP (GCM) is a SEC-registered investment advisor and hedge fund manager headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The firm was founded by Michael Sacks in 1971 and is a subsidiary of Grosvenor Capital Management Holdings LLLP, itself a subsidiary of GCM Grosvenor, Inc. (NASDAQ: GCMG). GCM provides investment management and advisory services for private pooled investment vehicles, open- and closed-end registered investment companies, and institutional investors such as public or private pension plans or sovereign wealth funds.

Women Presidents' Organization is a global organization that was founded in 1997 by Dr. Marsha Firestone. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY, and the CEO of the company is Camille Burns. The organization brings together women business leaders worldwide to share insights, support, and encourage each other in their professional development and business strategies. Each WPO chapter serves as a professionally-facilitated peer advisory group for members where they can harness the momentum of their successes and cultivate new strategies that will take them even further. WPO members have guided their business to generate at least $2 million USD in gross annual sales (or $1 million USD for a service-based business).

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.

Deloitte & Touche LLP engages in the provision of audit, advisory, financial advisory, tax, and consulting services. The company was founded on March 7, 1995 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Encyclopedia Britannica, Inc. provides learning and knowledge products. It publishes encyclopedia, educational research books and also provides information through Web sites. The company was founded in 1768 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

The Illinois Certified Public Accountants Society operates a professional association of certified public accountants. The private company is based in Illinois. Todd Shapiro has been the CEO of the American company since 1998.

Part of UBS Group AG, O'Connor & Associates is a securities options concern. The company is based in Chicago, IL. O'Connor & Associates was acquired by Schweizerischer Bankverein /SBC/ on March 27, 1995.

Savant Capital LLC, do-business-as Savant Wealth Management (Savant), is a SEC-registered investment advisor headquartered in Rockford, Illinois. The firm was founded by Thomas Muldowney in 1986 and is a subsidiary of Savant Capital Holdings LLC, owned by SCMI, Inc. (formerly known as Savant Capital Management, Inc.). Savant offers investment management, financial planning, retirement planning, and family office services to financially established individuals, families, and businesses.

Merge Design & Interactive, Inc. operates as a creative and digital agency which specializes in strategy, design, web development and merchandising. It services clients across a range of business sizes from small startups to fortune 500 companies. The company was founded by Riley Sheehan and Lauren Sheehan in 2003 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

Portfolio Creative LLC provides staffing services and connects people in creative fields with clients. It connects clients to marketing, design, advertising, retail, and digital roles in the markets. The firm seek talents for corporate marketing and advertising departments, ad agencies, design firms, interactive agencies, PR firms, and major retailers. Its services include executive search and direct hiring, short and long-term staffing, payrolling, and in-house agency. The company was founded in 2005 by Catherine Lang-Cline and Kristen Harris and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

Part of Quantlab Group LP, Quantlab Financial LLC is an automated proprietary trading firm. The company is based in Houston, TX.

Charles F. Day & Associates LLC provides management consulting and logistics support services. It offers program, life cycle, and logistics management, and business improvement services. The company was founded by Charles Day in 1995 and is headquartered in Fredericksburg, VA.

Part of JPMorgan Chase & Co., Chase Manhattan Mortgage Corp. provides mortgage loan services. The company is based in Edison, NJ.

American Society For Quality, Inc. engages in promoting and advancing quality tools, principles and practices in their workplaces and communities. The company is headquartered in Milwaukee, WI.

The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) is a monthly e-publication dedicated to helping its members and the 9.1 million-plus women entrepreneurs across the country to power their “whole professional you”—in their business, in their lifestyle, and in their community. The non-profit company is based in McLean, VA. Teana McDonald has been the CEO of the company since 2012. The Circle is an ever-evolving national program designed specifically for premier members who own larger businesses that exceed $1 million in annual revenue. This program offers exceptional connections, access, and learning opportunities above and beyond membership.

The Columbus Chamber of Commerce is an organization that provides resources and connections to help businesses thrive in Columbus, OH. The non-profit company offers networking opportunities, business accelerator services, and access to over 2,200 member businesses in the region. The Chamber also presents the Small Business Leader Award to recognize small businesses that have achieved success and made contributions to the community.

CFA Institute operates as non-profit organization, which engages in the provision of chartered financial analyst programs. It offers certificate in investment performance measurement program, investment foundations, and scholarship. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Charlottesville, VA.

Part of Verizon Communications, Inc., MCI Communications Corp. is an American telecommunications company. The company is based in Washington. MCI Communications was acquired by MCI, Inc. on September 15, 1998 for $42,459.16 million.