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Ave Maria University
Higher Education · Ave Maria, FL
Ave Maria University is a Catholic liberal arts university in Southwest Florida.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast
Sarasota, FL
Non-Profit Organization. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast serves young people from age six through young adulthood in one-to-one mentoring friendships.
Brodeur Carvell Fine Menswear
Fort Meyers, FL
Brodeur Carvell Fine Apparel in Fort Myers. For the very best in men's clothing, women's clothing and custom clothing including shirts, tuxedos, jeans and more. Serving Fort Myers and the Southwest Florida area since 2003.
Chesterton Schools Network
Hopkins, MN
In 2008, Tom Bengtson and Dale Ahlquist co-founded the first Chesterton Academy in St. Louis Park, a small suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Each had young families and were seeking an alternative to the existing high school options available to them. The two men had a simple mission: to offer a classical, integrated high school education that was faithful to the Catholic Church and affordable for families of average means. Looking to G.K. Chesterton as the model for a complete thinker and modern defender of the faith, they named the school Chesterton Academy. Inspired by Pope Saint John Paul II, they took as their motto Cultura Vitae, the culture of life. In 2013, in response to mounting requests from around the world, the Chesterton Schools Network was formally established to help other groups start schools in their area, drawing on the Chesterton Academy curriculum and approach.
Collier County Government
Naples, FL
Collier County is located on southwest Florida’s Paradise Coast, on the Gulf of Mexico. The county, including the communities of Naples, Marco Island, Everglades City and Immokalee, is famous for its pristine beaches, magnificent sunsets, parks, art galleries, theaters, museums, universities and an abundance of championship golf courses. Collier County is the western gateway to the world famous Everglades. The Everglades and Big Cypress National Parks cover two thirds of the county’s total land mass and are a nature lover’s paradise. One of the largest geographical counties east of the Mississippi River, the county encompasses more than 2,000 square miles. The Collier County Board of County Commissioners, comprised of five members elected in the five different districts of the county, serves as the governing body. The Board of County Commissioners sets policy and appoints a county manager to carry out policy and oversee the county’s day-to-day operations. Our Vision: To be the best community in America to live, work and play. Our Mission: To deliver high quality, best-value, public services, programs, and facilities to meet the needs of our residents, visitors, and businesses today and tomorrow. Our Motto: Exceeding expectations, every day!
Community Pregnancy Clinics
Fort Meyers, FL
MISSION STATEMENT: At Community Pregnancy Clinics, our mission is to save babies from abortion while providing care, compassion and choices for women. VISION STATEMENT: We strive to create communities where every woman and baby is safe from abortion.
David Lawrence Centers
Naples, FL
David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health (DLC) is a nonprofit behavioral healthcare organization providing comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment and services. DLC serves individuals and families through a continuum of behavioral healthcare focused on improving lives and strengthening the community.
Diocese of Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg, FL
The Diocese of Saint Petersburg is home to nearly 500,000 Catholics, more than 280,000 of whom are registered. The Diocese includes all people in the Florida Gulf Coast counties of Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus. While many people identify as Catholic, it is also our “mission territory.” The Diocese is comprised of 74 parishes, five missions, one shrine, more than 13,000 students enrolled in 46 schools and early childhood centers, two universities, and a variety of social service, health care, housing, and pastoral ministries. Mass is celebrated in 14 languages.
Diocese of Venice in Florida
Venice, FL
The Diocese of Venice was established by St. John Paul II in 1984 from parts of the Archdiocese of Miami, Diocese of Orlando and the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Bishop John J. Nevins was the founding Bishop and served until his retirement in January 2007. Bishop Frank J. Dewane took over all duties as the second Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida in January 2007 until his retirement in 2026 and is now Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Venice. On July 11, 2026, Bishop Emilio Biosca Agüero, O.F.M.Cap., was ordained and installed as the third shepherd of the Diocese of Venice in Florida.
Farm Bureau Insurance
Gainesville, FL
Florida Farm Bureau Insurance has been providing local agents, adjusters, and support staff, great rates, and friendly service throughout Florida. For 75 years, Farm Bureau Insurance has solidified itself as fiscally responsible, innovative, and competitive, all of which is confirmed through a superior rating of A+ from A.M. Best Company, a distinction held by less than 20 percent of property and casualty companies. We offer our policyholders products like auto insurance, home insurance, flood insurance, and more.
Gartner
Stamford, CT
We deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights. Our expert guidance and tools enable faster, smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s mission-critical priorities. Our unrivaled combination of business and technology insights steers clients toward the right decisions on the issues that matter most. As a $6.5 billion company, with over 20,000 associates, and a member of the S&P 500, we are an objective partner with 13,000+ client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories — across every major function, geography, industry and market sector — and boast 45+ years of experience providing insights and expert guidance to client enterprises worldwide.

Heritage Retreat
Crawfordville, GA
A Peaceful Retreat Destination: Nestled on historic, sacred grounds in rural Georgia, Heritage is a place shaped by faith and natural beauty, welcoming individuals, families, and groups seeking rest, renewal, and connection. Heritage offers individual retreats, group retreats, and retreat programs with national speakers throughout the year.

Knights of Columbus
New Haven, CT
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic fraternal service organization, providing financial protection, insurance, and global charitable outreach. Overview & History: Founded: March 29, 1882, by Father Michael J. McGivney at St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Connecticut. Headquarters: 1 Columbus Plaza, New Haven, Connecticut. Membership: Over 2.2 million members globally across local councils in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Core Principles: Charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism.
Mason Classical Academy
Naples, FL
Mason Classical Academy (MCA) opened its doors in August of 2014 to offer students an excellent education in the classical tradition. A classical education is a balanced education that attends to advancing the intellect while instructing the moral character. It delivers the best content of the Western traditional canon through pedagogy that acknowledges current understanding of child development and learning. MCA students are prepared to think for themselves. They have at their command a large body of factual knowledge, a logical frame of mind that allows them to organize and analyze facts, and the ability to put forward reasoned and persuasive arguments in what they say and write. Under-girding their learning is a keen attention to ethics and the habitual practice of applying wisdom and virtue as a way of life.
Motion Picture Institute
Troy, MI
As a vocational/trade school licensed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Motion Picture Institute offers personalized training that few other film schools can. Founded in 1995, Motion Picture Institute is the oldest film trade school in the Midwest providing students with a hands-on film education concentrated in a one-year program. The Motion Picture Institute was founded by filmmakers Douglas Schulze and Kurt Eli Mayry.

NexGen Networks
New York, NY
NexGen Networks is a leading Digital Infrastructure company, providing cutting-edge cloud services and network solutions for the Financial industry, Fortune 500 businesses, and the Healthcare sector (@NexGenHealthcare or www.nexgen-net.com/healthcare). With a legacy of innovation spanning 20+ years, we've earned a reputation for excellence and are the preferred network provider for healthcare organizations. Our Mission is to redefine connectivity and digital infrastructure for enterprise businesses globally, delivering tailor-made solutions that empower organizations to thrive in the digital age. We are committed to focus on security, reliability, and performance, providing a comprehensive suite of network and cloud services. Our solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of the financial sector, large-scale enterprises, and the healthcare industry. We stay at the forefront of innovation. Our team is dedicated to driving forward-thinking solutions that help our clients stay ahead of the curve, particularly in high-demand sectors. Our Key Services: - Global Connectivity - Cloud Infrastructure - Customized Network Solutions - Financial Industry Specialization - Healthcare Network Leadership - Fortune 500 Business Support - Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Connect with us, to stay updated on industry insights, thought leadership, and news in digital infrastructure, cloud services, and network innovations. https://www.linkedin.com/company/nexgen-networks Explore how NexGen Networks can transform your organization's connectivity and digital infrastructure strategy. Whether you're in finance, healthcare, or a Fortune 500 company, we have the expertise to elevate your digital capabilities. Together, let's build a strategic, personalized, unique & more connected digital future together!
Northwestern Mutual- The South Florida Group
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Northwestern Mutual is a leading financial security company that helps individuals, families, and businesses build and protect their financial futures. Through a comprehensive approach to financial planning, Northwestern Mutual provides services including wealth management, investment strategies, retirement planning, insurance, and estate planning. Founded in 1857, the company is known for its long-term financial strength, client-focused approach, and network of financial advisors who work closely with clients to create personalized financial plans.
Polt AI, Inc.
Tampa, FL
Polt.ai is an AI-native transportation management system built for freight brokers and 3PLs. The platform brings carrier sourcing, load building, shipment tracking, carrier communication, fraud detection, reporting, and operational workflows into one system while connecting with the external tools and data providers a brokerage still needs.
The Heritage Foundation
Washington, DC
Founded in 1973, The Heritage Foundation is a research and educational institution—a think tank—whose mission is to formulate and promote conservative public policies based on the principles of free enterprise, limited government, individual freedom, traditional American values, and a strong national defense. We believe the principles and ideas of the American Founding are worth conserving and renewing. As policy entrepreneurs, we believe the most effective solutions are consistent with those ideas and principles. Our vision is to build an America where freedom, opportunity, prosperity, and civil society flourish. Heritage's policy centers include: Asian Studies Center, B. Kenneth Simon Center for Principles and Politics, Center for Data Analysis, Center for Health Policy Studies, Center for International Trade and Economics, Center for Legal and Judicial Studies, Center for Media and Public Policy, Center for Policy Innovation, DeVos Center for Religion and Civil Society, Domestic Policy Studies, Douglas and Sarah Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, The Kathryn and Shelby Collum Davis Institute for International Studies, The Margaret Thatcher Center for Freedom, and Thomas A. Roe Institute for Economic Policy Studies.