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Autocam Corp. designs and manufactures metal alloy components and assemblies. The firm serves the medical and transportation industries. It offers components for use in fuel delivery, electric motor, steering, braking, and air bag systems. The company was founded by John C. kennedy, III in 1988 and is headquartered in Kentwood, MI.

Atlanticus Services Corp. operates as a specialty finance company that markets branded credit cards and related financial services. It provides services to consumers who are underserved by traditional financial institutions. The firm also uses its financial resources and volunteer efforts to address the challenges affecting its customers. The company was founded by David G. Hanna on August 14, 1996 is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

The University of Melbourne, founded in 1853, is a world-renowned institution located in Parkville, Australia. The university is a leader in education, teaching, and research, offering a wide range of coursework and research programs.

University of Southern California is a private research university that mainly offers undergraduate, graduate & other higher education. The university was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, CA.

Bridge Street Capital Partners LLC (Bridge Street Capital Partners) is a private equity firm founded in 2003 by Bill Kaczynski and John Meilner. The firm is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Northwestern University is a private institution founded in 1851 to serve the Northwest Territory, an area that now includes the states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin and parts of Minnesota. Northwestern has three campuses

National Heritage Academies, Inc. owns and operates schools. The firm offers enrichment classes to explore the joy of movement, music, creative expression and other cultures; conducts extra-curricular activities, organized athletics, after-school activities and sports programs to teach teamwork, mental focus, fair play, commitment and provides guidance for high school academic and enrollment requirements. The company was founded by J. C. Huizenga in September 1995 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Lacks Enterprises, Inc. manufactures wheel components and systems. It serves the automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics markets. The company was founded by John P. Lacks and Richard J. Lacks Sr. in 1961 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Business Leaders For Michigan operates as a non-profit organization that publishes research and benchmarking reports. It specializes in public policy research, public policy strategy, event organization, economic development, and public policy advocacy. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Detroit, MI.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation operates as a non-profit organization which supports the exhibitions and programs of library and museum which includes noted speakers, educational activities, and community events. The company is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Van Andel Institute provides biomedical research and education services. Its services include antibody production, spectral karyotyping, immunostaining and mouse modeling, animal imaging, computational biology, flow cytometry, germline modification and cytogenetics, mass spectrometry and proteomics, microarray technology, sequencing, vivarium, xenotransplantation and michigan animal consortium, as well as analytical, cellular and molecular microscopy services. The company was founded by Jay van Andel and Betty Van Andel in 1996 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research provides industrial design services. AEI produces articles from economics, law, political science, defense and foreign policy studies, ethics, theology, health care, and other fields. The company was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Optomec, Inc. supplies additive manufacturing systems. It offers aerosol jet printers that enable 3D printing of micron-scale electronics structural use models, such as 3D antennas in mobile devices, and electronic components in 3D IC or PCB applications; and LENS printers for prototyping and production of metal components in military/aero markets, and the repair/replacement of parts requiring metal combination and finishing requirement. The firm serves industrial, research and government organizations in the electronics, energy, life sciences and aerospace industries. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, NM.

Shape Corp. designs, engineers, tests, and manufactures metal and plastic products in North America, Europe, and Asia. It offers impact energy management solutions, lightweight body structures, engineered plastic products, and pedestrian protection products for automotive, electrical, medical, recreational, aerospace, and renewable energy industries. The firm also provides metal products, ranging from small welded tubes to long beams for tier-one and tier-two automotive, office furniture, medical, agriculture, and construction sector clients, as well as automotive OEMs and recreational vehicles. The company was founded by Midge Verplank and Gary Verplank in 1974 and is headquartered in Grand Haven, MI.

University Preparatory Academy operates a college preparatory, independent day school for students in grades 6 through 12. The organization was founded by Roger J. Bass, Terry Nelson Froggatt, Patricia Landy, John Makinen, Christine Petersen McGarry, Jane Seymour and Aileen Welgan in 1976 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA.

Conway Products Corp. manufactures plastics plumbing fixtures. Its amenities include power and audio systems, patio speakers, ozone generators and spa shells. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Kentwood, MI.

The Mont Pelerin Society operates an international neoliberal organization composed of economists, philosophers, historians, intellectuals, business leaders. The company was founded by Friedrich Hayek, Karl Popper, Ludwig von Mises, George Stigler, and Milton Friedman in 1947 and is headquartered in Gran Canaria, Spain.

The Foundation for Economic Education operates as an education foundation that aims to inspire, educate, and connect future leaders with economic, ethical, and legal principles. The non-profit company is based in Irvington, NY.

The Royal Historical Society is an organization that works for history and historians. The organization is based in the UK and is a registered charity. The British company offers advocacy and policy services, research funding, prizes, and a library and archive. The non-profit company publishs a journal and other historical perspectives, and offer funding for postgraduate and early career research. The society also offers workshops and grants for research and book projects. The company has a membership program and accept donations to support their work.

Wakestream Ventures LLC (Wakestream Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded by Rick Devos. The firm is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Rifle, Inc. sells stationery and paper gift products. It offers wallpaper, art prints, bags and totes, fabric, greeting cards, tattoos, apparel, and home products. The company was founded by Anna G. Bond and Nathan Bond in November 2009 and is headquartered in Winter Park, FL.

PrepNet LLC operates college preparatory high schools. It manages the following arbor, canton, grand river, taylor and wellspring preparatory high schools. It offers curriculum and extra curriculum pursuits for students to enter college and equipping them to achieve once they get there. The company was founded by J.C. Huizenga in 2008 and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Platform Science, Inc. engages in the development and integration of hardware and software solutions for the transportation industry. Its digital supply chain technology enables customers and developers to unlock transportation data. The company was founded by Jake Fields and Jack Kennedy in 2015 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Seamless Accelerator Venture Capital Fund LLC operates as a venture capital firm. It is a coalition of world class enterprises and investors seeking IoT startups. The company was founded by Rick DeVos and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI.

Artprize Grand Rapids is an American company that organizes international art competitions. The private company was founded by Rick Devos.

Autocam Medical Devices LLC is a private company that specializes in contract manufacturing of machined components, assemblies, and engineered solutions. The company is based in Kentwood, MI. Autocam Medical Devices was founded by John C. Kennedy, who has been the CEO since incorporation.