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Harris Corp. engages in the provision of technology-based solutions for tactical communications, geospatial systems and services, air traffic management, avionics and electronic warfare, and space and intelligence. It operates through the following business segments: Communication Systems, Electronic Systems, Space and Intelligence Systems, and Corporate. The Communication Systems segment services markets in tactical communications and defense products, including tactical ground and airborne radio communications solutions and night vision technology, in public safety networks. The Electronic Networks Systems segment provides electronic warfare, avionics, command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance solutions for the defense industry and air traffic management solutions for the civil aviation industry. The Space and Intelligence systems provides intelligence, space protection, geospatial, complete earth observation, universe exploration, positioning, navigation and timing, environmental solutions for national security, defenses, civil and commercial customers, using advanced sensors, antennas and payloads, as well as ground processing and information analytics. The company was founded in 1926 and is headquartered in Melbourne, FL.

Dielectric Communications manufactures television and FM broadcast antennas, transmission lines and RF systems. Its products include custom radio frequency components for commercial, military and industrial applications both in the United States and around the world. The company is headquartered in Raymond, ME.

The Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers, Inc. is a non-profit organization that owns and operates technical professional association. It provides membership and services, societies and communities support, publication services, and conferences and events. The company was founded in 1884 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Society of Broadcast Engineers, Inc. is an organization that focuses on developing new broadcast engineers through their SBE Mentor Program. Additionally, they provide important links to assist in frequency coordination efforts. The non-profit company is based in Indianapolis, IN. The program pairs new engineers with experienced professionals who share their knowledge and provide suggested reading and study materials. The organization also offers the SBE CertPreview software to help individuals prepare for an SBE certification exam.

LBA Group, Inc. manufacture and supplies wave broadcast antenna equipment. Its products include RF safty monitors, test instruments, lightning protection, RF shielding, navigation and broadcast equipment. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Greenville, NC.

The National Dropout Prevention Center is a non-profit organization which operates as a clearinghouse on issues related to dropout prevention and offers strategies designed to increase the graduation rate in America’s schools. It offers customized events, seminars, and presentations, program assessment and review (PAR) and program evaluation services, professional learning events, technical assistance, and basic core strategies. The organization was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Anderson, SC.

The 29 Group, Inc. is a media company that offers innovative solutions for traditional and new media. The private company is based in Butler, PA and was founded in 2013 by Keith Stover. The company's services range from ownership to content creation. The team at The 29 Group is composed of passionate broadcasters, content strategists, and creative thinkers who navigate the ever-changing media industry.