Ann Merchlewitz

Schwab Charles & Co., Inc. engages in the provision of investment products and services to retirement and other benefit participants. It offers trading, banking, small business solutions, investment tools and research. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Associated Bank NA engages in the provision of banking and non-banking financial services to individuals and businesses. It offers personal, business, commercial, and wealth services. The company was founded in 1874 and is headquartered in Green Bay, WI.

iconectiv LLC engages in the provision of mobile, broadband, and enterprise software and services. It offers network and operations management; numbering; registry; messaging; and fraud and identity solutions. Its platforms include TruNumber, TruOps, and TruReach. The company was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Bridgewater, NJ.

Headquartered in San Francisco, Epoch Partners, a subsidiary of Goldman Sachs & Co., is a technology-enabled investment bank focused on high-growth companies and electronically connected institutional and individual investors. The firm offers a full array of investment services. Their ultimate parent is Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS).

Mayo Medical Ventures (Mayo Medical Ventures) is a venture capital subsidiary of Mayo Clinic founded in 1985. The firm is headquartered in Rochester, Minnesota.

Maxcess International Corp. engages in the provision of web handling applications, innovation, and customization services. It offers precision rolls, guiding systems, inspection systems, tension controls, shafts and chucks, and slitting systems under the brands of Fife, Tidland, MAGPOWR, Webex, Valley Roller, Menges Roller, and Componex. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK.

Hollstadt & Associates, Inc. provides information technology and management consulting services. It provides consulting services in program & project management, business analysis, and training programs. The company was founded by Rachel Hollstadt in 1990 and is headquartered in Burnsville, MN.

Part of Associated Banc-Corp, Associated Trust Co., NA (Chicago Branch) is a nationally chartered trust company. The company is based in Chicago, IL.

Minnesota Chamber of Commerce operates as a Chamber of Commerce. The company is headquartered in St. Paul, MN.

Founded in 1961, WinCraft, Inc. is a company that manufactures and wholesales a variety of products including aprons, baby items, buttons, clocks, decals, drink ware, and flag/banner display tools. Part of Fanatics LLC (Florida), the company is based in Winona, MN. WinCraft was acquired by Fanatics LLC (Florida) on December 07, 2020.

Winona Agency, Inc. engages in the provision of insurance and risk management services. The company was founded in 1893 and is headquartered in Winona, MN.

Minnesota Bankers Association is an organization that advocates for the banking industry and offers a variety of resources and benefits to its members. The non-profit company is based in Eden Prairie, MN and provides a comprehensive DEI toolkit to help banks build successful diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The company also offers training courses and events for bankers, as well as job postings and advertising opportunities. The Minnesota Bankers Association has a legal department that provides compliance tools and resources, and they have a YouTube channel with informative videos.

Mississippi Welders Supply Co., Inc. distributes welding equipment, cryogenic gases, and metal fabricating equipment. The private company is based in Winona, MN.

Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF) is a donor-supported foundation that invests in economic growth in the 20 counties of south central and southeastern Minnesota. The non-profit company is based in Owatonna, MN. SMIF's key interests include entrepreneurship, early childhood development, and community vitality. The foundation has invested over $154 million in the region since 1986. SMIF offers various lending options for small to large businesses and has three areas for contributions: General Endowment, Entrepreneur Fund, and Youth Trust Fund. Timothy J. Penny has been the CEO of the company since 2007.

NASDAQ OMX Group, Inc. provides investment services.

We-no-nah Canoe, Inc. is a small, independent, family-owned company that has become an award-winning designer and manufacturer of high performance canoes and kayaks, sold and paddled around the world. In a world dominated by giant manufacturers, they measure their success by the success of their dealers and the satisfaction of their customers. Their mission has always been to fit people into the best boats for their chosen use. In this, They reflect the values and the passion of their founder Mike Cichanowski.

Rochester Area Economic Development, Inc. provides management services. Its services include financial and business planning, site/location support and business/community advocacy. The company is headquartered in Rochester, MN.

The NASDAQ Private Market LLC provides equity and capital market services for private companies. Its products and services include ExactEquity cap table management, cap table onboarding services, outsourced stock plan Administration, equity management portal and private tender offer. The company was founded in March 2013 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

CaringBridge is a nonprofit health platform that provides support to family caregivers at no cost. The non-profit company is based in Eagan, MN. The platform helps improve emotional health and social connectedness, addressing feelings of overwhelm, isolation, and loneliness. With over 300,000 people on the platform every day sending or receiving support, there are over 1,600 messages of love, hope, and compassion posted every hour. Founded in 1997, the organization offers tools to share and document a health journey, simplify care coordination, and connect caregivers with a supportive community. The company was founded by Sona Mehring. Tia Newcomer has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Medical Alley Association is a network of over 800 healthcare industry organizations working together to transform healthcare. Medical Alley is based in Golden Valley, MN. The non-profit company activates and amplify healthcare transformation through initiatives such as enabling healthcare innovation, elevating business progress, and transforming health equity. Roberta Dressen has been the CEO of the company since 2021.

Resoundant, Inc. develops medical imaging technology. It offers re-imagining diagnostic power of touch. It serve the hepatology and radiology. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Rochester, MN.